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Removals to Islington
Are you looking to relocate to Islington? Moving home is not something we do on a regular basis with there often being a few years between each move.
As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and come time to relocate there is lots to organise.
This is where enlisting the services of a reliable removals company is crucial. White & Company are a family-owned business with over 150 years’ servicing the Islington community.
We offer a tailor made, reliable and professional service at a competitive price. Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack, and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.
Should you require it, White & Company can offer storage of some or all your effects also. We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.
We serve many towns around Islington. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway do not hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.
About White & Company
White & Company has 19 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners. This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you are moving.
Through hard work, commitment, and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies. We have 250 specialist vehicles, full trained and security cleared removals staff and 19 storage locations across the UK.
Why Move to Islington?
Sitting on the outer edge of the capital, the mainly residential district of Islington forms part of Greater London.
It is a buzzing location full of trendy shops, bars and al fresco cafes frequented by a contemporary creative community.
The area has become one of London’s many sought after locations, from the modern apartment buildings and busy shopping hub of Angel to the leafy Georgian squares that lie just a few blocks away.
Islington’s diverse qualities attract residents from all walks of life and cultures which is small wonder as the area is packed with great eateries, delicatessens, markets sit alongside clubs’ bars and lots more.
The main Islington High Street and Upper Street are lined with great independent shops, whilst more familiar stores can be found at the Angel and Nag’s Head shopping centres.
Even though you are in the middle of suburbia, there are still plenty of opportunities to enjoy green spaces. Popular areas include Highbury Fields, Gillespie park and New River Walk.
Scoring high on the convenience factor, Islington boasts decent connections via bus, tube, and train transport as well as several public cycle docking stations. An easy walkable commute into Central London is another option.
Surprisingly, Islington has managed to maintain its neighbourhood character and homes along its leafy suburbs are very much in demand.
If the area is good enough for the likes of Tony Blair, James McAvoy and Boris Johnson, who are we to argue.
Islington Schools & Education
There are absolutely no concerns when it comes to the quality of education accessible for those who live in the Islington Borough.
With at least 40 state schools located within a mile of central Islington, the problem will be which one to choose.
All bar three of the schools is deemed “good” or “outstanding” by Ofsted.
Several secondaries such as Highbury Fields School provide education for its pupils through to 18 years via its Ofsted “outstanding” sixth form provision.
If you prefer private education, six independents are also available for ages 2 through to 16 years.
Although London has a host of renowned universities, Islington is home to the main campus of University of London at Northampton Square and London Metropolitan University, North Campus. Both providing a huge number of courses across hundreds of subjects.
Things to do in Islington
Entertainment in Islington is mind blowing and totally brimming over with choice.
Islington is one of the most restaurant-dense areas in the UK and provides a restaurant for every nationality. A foodie heaven where residents eat out for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and supper!
Four local markets serve Islington; Chapel, Exmouth, Camden Passage and Whitecross Street, together they have hundreds of years of tradition. From food to antiques, gifts and crafts to vintage clothing and flowers.
The Little Angel Theatre is London’s only permanent puppet theatre. Housed in a former Temperance Hall, it hosts an endless stream of productions from visiting companies from around the country aimed at children from 2-12.
Some of London’s most famous theatre pubs reside here, including the Old Red Lion and the King’s Head, hosting popular West End productions. Great arenas for some of the city’s best new comedians, ground-breaking new theatre work, and world-renowned dance groups to showcase their talent.
The 200-year-old Regent’s Canal is a wonderful place to spend time either wandering along its banks or better still, hire a boat and enjoy a leisurely cruise through Islington and other interesting canal side locations such as Camden and Regents Park.
Hire a bicycle, it is the best way to see all the places Islington and the rest of London has to offer. For around £2 for each half hour, you can have the bike for as little or as long as you want it.
With the whole of London at your feet the possibilities are endless when it comes to entertainment venues and attractions.
Here are some other things you can do nearby when you live in Islington:
British Museum – www.britishmuseum.org
London Eye – www.londoneye.com
Tower of London – www.hrp.org.uk/tower-of-london
Tower Bridge – www.towerbridge.org.uk
The National Gallery – www.nationalgallery.org.uk
London Transport Museum – www.ltmuseum.co.uk
Islington Property
Prospective buyers are queuing up to gain a foothold in the area, as such the property market is very fast moving.
Choice is everything and Islington has plenty. Zoopla are advertising 2524 homes for sale in the area so there is sure to be something for everyone.
The average price for property in Islington stands at £784,836, One bedroom properties average £437,333, two bedrooms £919,112 and 3 bedrooms upwards are well over £1.5m.
Don’t be too disheartened by these prices as with a little luck, it is still possible to buy a two-bedroom flat from £250,000.
Several new apartment blocks have sprung up across the area. In particular, the Wenlock Building and the Queensland Terrace development are impressive examples of these new additions and offer all the modern conveniences such as underground parking and private gyms.
Duncan Terrace, just behind Camden Passage is one of the most prestigious areas partly because of its proximity to Angel Underground Station.
It is in the neighbourhoods of Islington’s N1 postcode you will find the highest prices. A 6-bedroom Victorian semi-detached home spread across three floors is on the market in this area for a cool £6,000,000.
Popular Places to Live near Islington
- Kentish Town
- Islington
- Finsbury Park
- Shoreditch
- Harringay
- Hampstead
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