Within 2 km, around Highbury Fields in Islington. Building, planning, schools, transport, prices and crime.
276new homes completed within 2 km, last 2 years
0homes given permission on brownfield sites since 2021
+4.5%like-for-like prices in Highbury Fields, 2024 → 2025 (council +2.2%)
-10%recorded crime, last 12 months vs the 12 before
On the map
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Nearby, most recent first
School closed
School closed: The New North AcademyAcademy converter, primary (closure)
Aug 2026 1.1 km away
New homes
22 new homes completedflats · Aug 2026
Aug 2026 1.8 km away
New homes
23 new homes completedflats · Aug 2026
Aug 2026 1.8 km away
School closed
School closed: London Scandinavian SchoolOther independent school, other independent school (closure)
Jul 2026 350 m away
New homes
25 new homes completedflats · Jun 2026
Jun 2026 1.7 km away
New homes
5 new homes completedflats · Jun 2025 – Jun 2026
Jun 2026 1.5 km away
New homes
7 new homes completedflats · Feb 2026 – May 2026
May 2026 1.8 km away
New homes
5 new homes completedflats · Apr 2026
Apr 2026 1.5 km away
New homes
29 new homes completedflats · Dec 2025 – Mar 2026
Mar 2026 1.7 km away
New homes
18 new homes completedflats · Mar 2026
Mar 2026 1.6 km away
New homes
8 new homes completedflats · Nov 2025
Nov 2025 1.1 km away
New homes
8 new homes completedflats · Oct 2025
Oct 2025 800 m away
Planning applications within 500 m
189applications in the last 12 months
96approved · 8 refused
54still being decided
9net new homes in approved schemes since 2023
Application Under Consideration
10, Highbury New Park, N5 2DB40125 10 Highbury New Park London N5 2DBIslington P2026/2649/TRE · All Other
Oct 2026 150 m away
Approved
26, Harecourt Road, N1 2LW26A Harecourt RoadIslington P2026/2643/TRE · All Other
Oct 2026 300 m away
Application Under Consideration
32, Highbury Place, N5 1QP32 Highbury PlaceIslington P2026/2619/TRE · All Other
Oct 2026 150 m away
Approved
47, Canonbury Park South, N1 2JLTree works in conservation areaIslington P2026/2579/TRE · All Other
Oct 2026 450 m away
Application Under Consideration
5, John Spencer Square, N1 2LZT1 Portuguese Laurel (Prunus lusitanica) - Fell to ground level. Following removal, treat the remaining stump with Aco plugs to inhibit regrowth and facilitate the gradual decomposition of the stump and associated root system. All works will be undertaken in accordance with BS 39982010 - Tree Work - Recommendations. Reason for works: The berries on the tree are poisonous to the owners dogs.Islington P2026/2557/TRE · All Other
Oct 2026 250 m away
Application Under Consideration
14, Alwyne Square, N1 2JXinstallation of air source heat pump to dwellingIslington P2026/2572/FUL · Householder
Sept 2026 250 m away
Application Under Consideration
19, Canonbury Park North, N1 2JZ19 Canonbury Park NorthIslington P2026/2474/TRE · All Other
Spotted when a home's energy certificate shows at least 15 m² (and 15%) more floor area than an earlier one. Only homes with two certificates show up, so the real number is higher. A busy street suggests extensions get permission here; check the council's planning register for the details.
Storm overflows within 2 km
No monitored sewer storm overflows within 2 km (England only).
School closed: Inspired Directions SchoolOther independent special school, other independent special school (closure)
Jul 2022 1.9 km away
New-home postcodes with fewer than 5 homes are counted above but not listed. 51 postcodes nearby had new homes completed in the last two years.
Sept 2026 350 m away
Application Under Consideration
32, Canonbury Park North, N1 2JT32 Canonbury Park NorthIslington P2026/2477/TRE · All Other
Sept 2026 400 m away
Application Under Consideration
17, Canonbury Park North, N1 2JZ17 Canonbury Park NorthIslington P2026/2473/TRE · All Other
Sept 2026 350 m away
Application Under Consideration
35, Canonbury Park South, N1 2JW35 Canonbury Park SouthIslington P2026/2472/TRE · All Other
Sept 2026 450 m away
Application Under Consideration
14 - 72, Morea Mews, N5 2EEMinor works to the existing residential buildings (Use Class C3) on-site, comprising partial recladding and amendments to fenestration details. (Resubmission of P2024/1462).Islington P2026/2536/FUL · All Other
Sept 2026 300 m away
Application Under Consideration
14 - 72, Morea Mews, N5 2EECertificate of Lawfulness (Proposed) for replacement render cladding. (Resubmission of P2026/0183/COL)Islington P2026/2575/COL · All Other
Sept 2026 300 m away
Application Under Consideration
35, Canonbury Square, N1 2AN35 Canonbury SquareIslington P2026/2456/TRE · All Other
Sept 2026 500 m away
Application Under Consideration
21, Canonbury Park North, N1 2JZ21 Canonbury Park NorthIslington P2026/2475/TRE · All Other
Sept 2026 350 m away
Application Under Consideration
2 - 4, Highbury Corner, N5 1RERemoval of the existing external side ramp and construction of a single-storey set back side extension incorporating stepped access and a wheelchair lift to a new main entrance; construction of a refuse enclosure; installation of gates and railings to side entrance; construction of timber fence along the north- eastern boundary; and addition of a new external air conditioning unit mounted to the fIslington P2026/2463/FUL · All Other
Sept 2026 350 m away
Approved
21, Canonbury Place, N1 2NST13 - Aesculus hippocastanum: Reduce crown by specified extent - height and branch length by up to approximately 2m to relieve wind loading and minimise risk of either branch or stem failure. Final cuts to be made at suitable growth points or at pre-existing pollard points, continued management of pollard tree. T14 - Acer pseudoplatanus: Lift low canopy, highways clearance - that is growingIslington P2026/2339/TRE · All Other
Sept 2026 400 m away
Application Under Consideration
23, Compton Terrace, N1 2UNRetention of metal railings to perimeter of two storey rear extension flat roof [Full Planinng P2026/2448/FUL also submitted]Islington P2026/2447/LBC · All Other
Sept 2026 400 m away
Approved
Iver Court, Canonbury Park SouthT1975 Tilia x europaea; Dense basal growth. Remove basal growth to a height of 4.0 metres. Works to be carried out in the interest of sound arboricultural practice. T1979 Tilia x europaea; Low hanging branches. Basal growth. Reactive growth throughout the entire crown. Crown lift to 3.5m. Remove basal growth and crown thin by 15%. Works to be carried out in the interest of sound arboriculturalIslington P2026/2420/TRE · All Other
Sept 2026 450 m away
Application Under Consideration
14, Highbury Terrace Mews, N5 1UTProposed replacement balcony, facade alterations, insertion of an A/C unit and all associated works at 14C Highbury Terrace Mews, London N5 1UT.Islington P2026/2364/FUL · Householder
Sept 2026 400 m away
Application Under Consideration
23, Compton Terrace, N1 2UNRetention of metal railings to perimeter of two storey rear extension flat roof [Listed Building Consent P2026/2447/LBC also submitted]Islington P2026/2448/FUL · All Other
Sept 2026 400 m away
Called in by Secretary of State
4, Digswell Street, N7 8JXApplication for a Non-Material Amendment following a grant of Planning Permission (Erection of a single storey extension to create access lobby, replacement entrance gates, changes to existing fenestrations including new openings, installation of 2x air source heat pumps, photovoltaic panels to south-west facing roof slopes, new metal railings/gate, cycle storage facilities and various repairs toIslington P2026/2295/NMA · All Other
Sept 2026 450 m away
Application Under Consideration
20, Canonbury Park South, N1 2JJSingle-storey full-width rear lower ground floor extension, new rear window at ground floor level, installation of air conditioning unit and enclosure to rear garden.Islington P2026/2307/FUL · All Other
Sept 2026 500 m away
Application Under Consideration
38, Highbury Place, N5 1QPThermal upgrade and service upgrades to existing property. Works include the replacement of 2 doors and 4 windows with new timber framed double glazed units, re-glazing of 2 windows into the existing frames. Installation of a new air source heat pump to rear garden. Consolidation of existing services and removal of redundant external pipework and formation of service cupboard under basement stairIslington P2026/2327/LBC · All Other
Sept 2026 200 m away
Application Under Consideration
38, Highbury Place, N5 1QPProposed works for the replacement of 2no. doors and 4no. windows with new timber framed double glazed units, re-glazing of 2no. windows into the existing frames. Installation of a new air source heat pump to rear garden. Consolidation of existing services and removal of redundant external pipework and formation of service cupboard under basement stair. Roof re-covering and replacement of associatIslington P2026/2326/FUL · All Other
Sept 2026 200 m away
Comment Issued
Clock Tower, Highbury HillApproval of details pursuant to Condition 3, 4, 6, 8 and 9 of Listed Building Consent P2025/2161/LBC, granted 23/03/2025.Islington P2026/2318/AOD · All Other
Sept 2026 500 m away
Source: Planning London Datahub (Greater London Authority and the London boroughs); applications validated since January 2023. Data is published as received and may contain errors; check the borough's planning portal for documents.
Rooftop solar
Bush House - Solar panelsApproved, not yet built
May 2021 4.2 km away
Rooftop solar
Tower Place West - Solar panelsApproved, not yet built · 410 kW
Feb 2025 4.6 km away
Running nearest: Holly Street - Solar PV Panels (rooftop solar, 2.1 km); King's Yard (biomass, 6.6 km); Bywaters’ Materials Recovery Facility Solar Array (rooftop solar, 7.0 km); Advent Way - Solar Panels (rooftop solar, 8.0 km); SELCHP ERF (energy from waste, 8.0 km).
DESNZ Renewable Energy Planning Database, April to June 2026 (OGL). Projects of 150 kW and over; refused, withdrawn and abandoned ones are left out.
Witherington Road, LondonUtility asset works · THAMES WATER · Some carriageway incursion
Oct 2026 to Oct 2026 550 m away
Minor
Kelvin Road, LondonUtility asset works · THAMES WATER · Some carriageway incursion
Oct 2026 to Oct 2026 600 m away
Minor
Horsell Road, LondonUtility asset works · THAMES WATER · Some carriageway incursion
Oct 2026 to Oct 2026 650 m away
DfT Street Manager permits (OGL), England. Dates are the planned ones; works often finish early or overrun.
Planning Inspectorate list of nationally significant infrastructure projects (roads, railways, energy, water, waste), October 2026 (OGL). Each is placed at one point, usually the middle of the site; long schemes run well beyond it.