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Shoreditch is at the heart of London's contemporary art scene and has some exciting night life too.
Living in Shoreditch
Shoreditch borders both Spitalfields and Hoxton.
Canny buyers have identified Shoreditch as a future growth area, due to the proposed station and the availability of property at comparatively reasonable prices. Shoreditch, Hoxton and Spitalfields property are often grouped together and referred to as 'city fringe' property.
The 'Shoreditch Triangle', which incorporates Shoreditch High Street, Great Eastern Street and the Eastern-most point of Old Street (and the general locality, extending across to Brick lane and virtually meeting the City on Bishopsgate) has fast become an international centre.
Housing in the heart of Shoreditch can be expensive. Loft conversions and studio flats are often slightly over priced due to the immediate vicinity of Old Street. This is unsurprising considering the proximity of the area to transport links and the fact that it is, literally, within walking distance from the City of London.
Transport
With the neighbouring Old Street and Liverpool Street Tube stations and more than enough bus routes, Shoreditch is well placed for transport links to the City, Central and West London, North London and to South London.
For more detailed information on travelling around London visit www.tfl.gov.uk.
History and culture
Shoreditch was the site of a nunnery from the 12th to the 16th centuries, and afterwards it became a wealthy neighbourhood, home to traders and factory owners.
By the late 1800s, Shoreditch was a slum ruled by criminals and prostitutes.
There is a strong international community that populates Shoreditch as a whole, and no one group dominates. Apart from the long established Pakistani and Bangladeshi communities there are a great many Eastern Europeans, Americans and French.
Shoreditch is a great location to live at weekends, with Columbia Road and Spitalfields markets close by, as well as the White Cube and a myriad of other art galleries.
With the 2012 Olympics fast approaching and 'progress' being what it is, the steady gentrification of East London is inevitable and is, perhaps, no bad thing.
For further information visit www.hackney.gov.uk.
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Shoreditch
2 bedrooms flat in Folgate Street, London E1 - Offers in the region of £495,000
Spitalfields: Two bedroom apartment with two bathrooms situated in the heart of Spitalfields. The apartment has an open plan kitchen which is fitted. Balcony off the reception room, modern...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Noel Road, Islington, London N1 - Asking price of £339,950
A well presented one bedroom purpose built flat situated in this highly regarded location close to the Angel underground station.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Victoria Wharf, Palmers Road, LONDON, E2 - Asking price of £440,000
Uber-cool eighth floor apartment placed majestically beside the Regent’s Canal and with stunning views across London. The wood flooring as you enter leads seamlessly through to the lounge and...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in 2 William Mews, Islington - Asking price of £725,000
Offers in the region of 725,000- halfapercent are delighted to offer a 1,205 sqft (120sqm), three bedroom, two bathroom, modern mews house with private garden located within a private development...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Halton Road, Canonbury, N1 - Asking price of £399,950
This ideally located and bright two bedroomed flat provides great accommodation with private balcony, master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and access to non-demised loft space.... view full details
3 bedrooms flat in Times Square E1 - Asking price of £700,000
A stunning three bedroom penthouse in the much sought after Times Square development by Berkley Homes. Three double bedroom, two luxury bathrooms, open plan living area and ultra modern kitchen...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Donovan House, Cable Street, Shadwell, E1 - Asking price of £220,000
Presented in excellent condition this naturally bright two bedroomed duplex flat offers ample living space and a private balcony with garden views.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Wadeson Street, Bethnal Green, E2 - Asking price of £325,000
This bright two bedroomed flat offers ample living space with a private garden and a great location moments from Victoria Park and Bethnal Green.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Cannon Street Road, Shadwell, E1 - Asking price of £275,000
Set within a converted pub, this stylish two bedroomed flat offers ample living space with modern fixtures and fittings, contemporary bathroom and a great location close to the City.... view full details
3 to 4 bedrooms house in Nelson Terrace, London, N1 - Guide Price of £945,000
• 3/4 Bedrooms• 2 Bathrooms
• 2 Reception Rooms
• Kitchen/Dining Room
• Private Rear Garden
• Within a Cul-de-Sac
• Quiet Residential...... view full details
