Famous for being the former home of Arsenal Football Club andauthor George Orwell, Highbury in Islington is a charming North London neighbourhood. The area is lined with classic period properties and stunning architecture, offering a tranquil village setting for those looking to set base in a well-connected and scenic London postcode.
As the largest open space in the Borough of Islington, Highbury Fields features the Highbury Leisure Centre, equipped with a gym, 25m swimming pool, tennis courts and many more amenities. Highbury Square is the landmark apartment complex that stands on the former Arsenal stadium, with the Gunners now playing their home games at the famous Emirates Stadium in nearby Drayton Park.
Surrounded by lively and vibrant areas such as
Finsbury Park,
Hackney and Holloway, residents of Highbury enjoy excellent transport links for convenient travel across the city and beyond. With Highbury and Islington Station providing an interchange to the Tube, Overground and National Rail lines, King's Cross terminus is just a stop away from
Camden.
The area is also home to some tasteful cafes, shops and boutiques near Highbury Barn and offers a diverse culinary experience from Chinese to Italian. With a selection of eclectic pubs, theatres and trendy stores, Upper Street is one of the busiest shopping and entertainment destinations in Highbury.
Properties in Highbury include several Edwardian and red-brick Victorian terrace homes with beautiful views of Highbury Fields. Homebuyers can also choose from a variety of
new-build apartments or reach out to our team of property experts to schedule viewings in the area. Our
Highgate branch is just a few minutes up Holloway Road and you can get in touch with us any time.