About Hoxton

Hoxton is a district located in Greater London, specifically within the E2 8 postcode area. It is known for its diverse community and a mix of residential and commercial spaces. The area has seen significant development over the years, with a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants catering to different tastes and preferences. The presence of art galleries and creative studios reflects its artistic spirit. Transport links in Hoxton are convenient, with easy access to the Overground and nearby Underground stations, making it simple to travel to other parts of London. The local parks provide green spaces for relaxation and outdoor activities. Overall, Hoxton offers a blend of urban living with a lively atmosphere, making it an interesting place to explore or reside in.

School Ratings in Hoxton

Families in Hoxton have access to 995 local schools. Sebright School and Columbia Market Nursery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hoxton

Homes sell for an average of £707K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £543K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hoxton

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Hoxton, with 745 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hoxton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hoxton within the more deprived parts of England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hoxton

Hoxton benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,647 sales

Average Price £707K
£1K — £17.22M
Detached £1.14M 1
Semi £853K 14
Terraced £961K 383
Flat £543K 2,961

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

441 Primary
111 Secondary
443 Other
The Bridge Academy Secondary Good 0.2 miles Hoxton Garden Primary Primary Good 0.2 miles Comet Nursery School and Children's Centre Good 0.2 miles Comet Nursery School and Children's Centre Nursery Outstanding 0.2 miles Haggerston School Secondary 0.3 miles Waterside Academy Secondary Good 0.3 miles City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park Secondary 0.3 miles Hackney New Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.3 miles Sebright Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Queensbridge Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Rosemary Works School Good 0.4 miles Little Oaks Sure Start Children's Centre 0.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hoxton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hoxton experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
2/10
Employment
4/10
Education
6/10
Health
3/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
2/10
10,754 Children (0-15) 16%
50,088 Working Age 76%
6,163 Older (60+) 9%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 70.3% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 68.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Hoxton 4,910 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Hoxton are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

1,108 Violence & Sexual Offences
745 Anti-Social Behaviour
569 Other Theft
423 Theft from Person
412 Shoplifting
338 Drugs
313 Burglary
284 Public Order
206 Vehicle Crime
170 Criminal Damage & Arson
151 Robbery
134 Bicycle Theft
32 Other Crime
25 Weapons
Local Policing
Metropolitan Haggerston Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Hoxton Train Station 0.2 miles
Haggerston Train Station 0.3 miles
Cambridge Heath Train Station 0.8 miles
Dalston Junction Train Station 0.8 miles
Dalston Kingsland Train Station 0.9 miles
London Fields Train Station 0.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Haggerston 0 yards Kingsland 0.6 miles De Beauvoir Town 0.6 miles Canonbury 0.9 miles Dalston 0.9 miles Hackney 0.9 miles Shoreditch 0.9 miles St Luke's 0.9 miles Bethnal Green 0.9 miles Pentonville 1.2 miles Shacklewell 1.2 miles Whitechapel 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Tower Hamlets
Ward Weavers
Constituency Bethnal Green and Bow
Parish Tower Hamlets, unparished area
Region London

Notable & Famous People from Hoxton 2 people

Bert Murray
Association football player
English footballer (born 1942)
John Elliott
Boxer
British boxer (1901-1945)

Streets in E2 30 shown View all streets

Ada Place 3 Ainsley Street 2 Allgood Street 2 Amber Wharf 1 Appleby Street 4 Approach Road 6 Arnold Circus 2 Audrey Street 1 Austin Street 1 Bacon Street 5 Barnet Grove 3 Basing House Yard 1 Bath Grove 2 Baxendale Street 1 Bethnal Green Estate 7 Bethnal Green Road 31 Bishops Way 9 Blackwall Trading Estate 1 Boat Lane 1 Bonner Road 6 Bonner Street 2 Boundary Street 1 Brady Street 1 Braintree Street 1 Brick Lane 4 Brierly Gardens 2 Bryant Street 1 Buckfast Street 3 Buckhurst Street 1 Bullards Place 1

Postcodes in E2 50 shown View all postcodes

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