Area guide

Discover Highbury.

Highbury brings together tree-lined avenues, generous period homes and a relaxed pace of life, creating a neighbourhood with a distinctive sense of place.

brown pavement road between trees and house during daytime

Character

A neighbourhood with character

From Highbury Barn to Blackstock Road, Highbury offers a mix of everyday convenience and local character. Spend a morning exploring independent cafés, take an afternoon walk through Highbury Fields, or enjoy the neighbourhood’s restaurants and cultural spots.

It is the kind of place where people know their local barista by name and weekends have their own rhythm. Our team works here every day, so we can tell you which streets feel quieter, where the light falls best and how the area changes through the week.

Homes

Homes and architecture

The area’s homes range from Victorian villas and handsome terraces to contemporary apartments and carefully updated family houses. Whether you are looking for outdoor space, a practical city base or a long-term family home, there are different ways to make Highbury your own.

Local life

Everyday life, close to home.

Independent shops and cafés

Highbury Barn bakeries, Blackstock Road cafés, Gillespie Road market stalls

Green spaces

Highbury Fields, Clissold Park, Gillespie Park nature reserve

Transport

Highbury & Islington and Arsenal stations, Victoria and Piccadilly lines, Overground

Schools and community

Outstanding-rated schools, Highbury Fields tennis courts and a friendly village feel

Available now

Homes in Highbury

Explore current homes available to buy or rent in this neighbourhood, or speak with our team for insight into the local market.

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