Shoreditch Guide
Explore the areas we serve – from parks, entertainment and transport links, to shopping, eating and drinking.
Living in Shoreditch
Situated in London’s East End, Shoreditch has recently become one of London’s more edgy fashionable areas of London to live, with many converted warehouses and new build blocks rubbing shoulders with Local authority housing and original Victorian and Georgian housing. This all makes for an interesting and eclectic mix of social backgrounds which in turn creates a colourful and vibrant dynamic attracting increasing numbers of buyers to the area . Shoreditch is in the London borough of Hackney which underwent a transformation in the 1990’s and is enjoying a current resurgence as one of London’s most up and coming areas.
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What is it like to live in Shoreditch?
What is it like to live in Shoreditch?
Shoreditch is home to a vast array of different property types to suit all property buyers and tenants. There are fine examples of Victorian and Georgian terraced townhouses throughout Shoreditch as well as many former warehouses that have been converted into trendy lofts.
Shoreditch is a popular area for City workers to live in. The excellent transport links and fast commute to the centre of London make living in Shoreditch very desirable. There are also many tech companies who have set up their head offices in the area, so, Shoreditch is one of the few areas of London where professionals can live and work without commuting.
5 Interesting facts about Shoreditch
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The name Shoreditch is thought to come from a mistress of King Edward IV, Jane Shore, who was buried in a ditch in the area.
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Shoreditch is home to some of the first theatres in London – The Theatre and The Curtain Theatre.
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Some of Charles Dickens novels are set in Shoreditch, namely Oliver Twist and David Copperfield.
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Some famous residents of Shoreditch have included William Shakespeare, Richard Burbage Russel Brand, Noel Fielding, and Damien Hirst.
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The word “Shoreditch” is now synonymous with hipster culture and phrases have been coined like “very Shoreditch” and “Shoreditchification.”
Properties in Shoreditch
Properties in Shoreditch
People who want to buy property or rent a home in Shoreditch can choose from a rich mix of properties. Shoreditch properties range from large detached Victorian villas, to renovated 1960s flats, to converted warehouses. The property boom in this East End area of London has also seen many new builds being constructed.
Many of the Victorian and Georgian terraced houses have been converted into spacious and luxurious flats. These renovated properties offer modern homes for people who need to be near their place of employment.
Trendy loft conversions with open plan layouts offer young professionals contemporary living space for an affordable price.
New multi-storey apartment blocks with office space are now a feature of Shoreditch’s skyline and offer young professional’s contemporary living.
The most sought-after streets for home seekers are Old Street, Shoreditch High Street, and Great Eastern Street.
Public transport
Public transport
Public transport in Shoreditch is by means of the extensive bus service that provides transport links to central London and other boroughs.
The closest Tube stations to Shoreditch are Liverpool Street and Old Street stations. There is a London Overground rail station at Shoreditch High Street.
Green spaces
Green spaces
The most notable green area in Shoreditch where local residents enjoy relaxing is Shoreditch Park. This is a 19-hectare park that has football pitches, cycle hire, an adventure playground, and rock climbing wall.
Shoreditch schools
Shoreditch schools
There are a number of good schools in Shoreditch offering pupils primary, secondary, and sixth form education. Two of the 3 academies in Shoreditch, Green Spring Academy, and Central Foundation Boy’s school, have received “outstanding” Ofsted reports. All of the primary schools also perform well in the Ofsted inspections.
Local amenities in Shoreditch
Local amenities in Shoreditch
It is difficult to mention Shoreditch without talking about the hipster culture. When it comes to shopping the wide choice in shops combines the edgy East with the best that London has to offer.
Apart from the markets and independent shops on Brick Lane, there is Boxpark shopping mall. This is built from shipping containers and offers a range of global fashion brands and local independent sellers.