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Finsbury

Area · Inner London

A
schoolsA+
amenitiesA+
transportA+
outdoor-activitiesB

Housing

Average sold price: £673,916

  • all dwelling types£673,916
  • terraced house prices£1,475,000
  • flats and maisonettes prices£660,999

Safety

Crime level: above average

Crimes per 1,000: 116

Schools

    Transport

    • Old Street (Northern)
    • Barbican (Metropolitan)
    • St. Paul's (Central)
    • Liverpool Street (Central)

    Vibe

    Living for the weekendDinner & drinksArts & craftsVillage lifeStudentsHighly educatedWorking professionalsRenters

    FAQ

    Q: Is Finsbury a nice place to live?
A: Yes, Finsbury is an excellent place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of A. This means it is among the top places to live in London. It particularly appeals to working professionals. The area has a vibrant social scene, perfect for those who enjoy going out. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.

Q: How safe is Finsbury?
A: Finsbury has an above average crime rate for an Inner London suburb, with around 116 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 55% above the national average, and 7% above the Inner London average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population.

Q: What are the best schools in Finsbury?
A: Finsbury has 124 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Central Foundation Boys' School, St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School, Hugh Myddelton Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include St Luke's CofE Primary School and St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School. Note: 3 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.