Map & location
Overview
N16 0JL falls within Stoke Newington, one of inner north-east London's most characterful neighbourhoods, administered by the London Borough of Hackney. The area centres on the historic Church Street and Stoke Newington High Street corridor, famed for its independent cafés, bookshops, organic delis and a thriving arts scene. The postcode sits in the Clissold ward, close to the much-loved Clissold Park, a Victorian green space with a deer enclosure, butterfly tunnel and boating lake.
The neighbourhood attracts a diverse mix of long-established residents, young families and creative professionals, giving it a relaxed yet culturally rich atmosphere. Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses dominate the streetscape, many subdivided into flats, alongside a sprinkling of newer conversions. Local streets such as Albion Road and Matthias Road typify the area's blend of residential calm and easy access to Stoke Newington's vibrant retail and leisure offer.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £667,500, around 16% above the wider N16 district average of £576,500 (HM Land Registry, 304 recent sales).
Getting here
N16 0JL is well served by buses along Stoke Newington High Street and Church Street, with frequent routes connecting to Dalston, Islington, Hackney Central and Liverpool Street. The area is within comfortable cycling or walking distance of Dalston Junction and Dalston Kingsland Overground stations to the south, providing swift access to the City and West End. The Cycle Superhighway CS1 corridor and quieter back-street cycle routes make cycling a popular choice. For drivers, the A10 (Stoke Newington High Street) provides a direct route into central London and north towards the M25.
What it's famous for
Stoke Newington has long been associated with nonconformist and radical traditions — it was home to the writer Daniel Defoe, author of Robinson Crusoe, who attended the dissenting academy here in the late 17th century. The area is also noted for its Victorian Gothic architecture, including the twin churches of St Mary's Old and New on Church Street. More recently, Stoke Newington has become synonymous with independent culture — its annual Literary Festival and thriving weekend farmers' market draw visitors from across London. Clissold Park, dating from 1889, remains the neighbourhood's social heart and a Green Flag award-winning open space.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, planning, waste and social care services for this area
Victorian library on Church Street, ~500 m north
Counter services on Stoke Newington High Street
Housing and benefits support in Hackney town centre
Tourist attractions
Beloved Victorian park with deer, café and sports facilities
~400 mMedieval church dating to the 13th century on Church Street
~550 mRenowned independent shops, cafés and restaurants
~500 mPopular weekend market at William Patten Primary School car park
~600 mAnnual community literary festival held across local venues
~500 mSeasonal outdoor paddling pool popular with families
~450 mGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
N169JT · 020 72495511
~150 mN160EF · 020 72546820
~250 mN169DP · 020 72544327
~700 mPharmacies
N160TA · 02072 544990
~100 mN160AP · 02072 548487
~300 mN169PA · 02072 542500
~550 mDentists
N160UL
~50 mN160PH
~550 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Grazebrook Primary School, is ~300 m away.
Community school
~300 mOther independent special school
~400 mCommunity school
~450 mCommunity school
~450 mCommunity school
~500 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Cluster of highly rated independent eateries on Church Street and High Street
Bookshops, vintage stores and delis concentrated on Church Street
Significant home-based and co-working creative sector in Hackney
Several independent studios serving the local health-conscious community
Gyms & leisure
Victorian park with running track, tennis courts and café
~400 mSwimming pool, gym and sports hall in Shoreditch/Hoxton area
~2.5 kmIndependent repertory cinema showing arthouse and mainstream films
~1.2 kmBeloved traditional Irish pub on Stoke Newington Church Street
~550 mFamily-friendly cycling within the park and on nearby quiet streets
~400 mService providers
Full-fibre and cable broadband available across most of N16
Good 4G/5G coverage from EE, O2, Three and Vodafone
Weekly recycling and fortnightly general waste collections
Residential & community
Dominant housing type; many converted to flats along Albion Road and Matthias Road
Large Edwardian properties, often split into maisonettes and flats
Combination of private renters, owner-occupiers and some Hackney council stock
Quiet residential streets within easy reach of Clissold Park
Transport
Train & Tube
Manor House
Manor House
Finsbury Park Station
Finsbury Park
Arsenal
Arsenal
Seven Sisters Station
Seven Sisters
Bus stops
Stoke Newington High Street stops
Frequent northbound and southbound services towards Dalston and Stamford Hill
Church Street / Albion Road stops
Connections towards Islington, Angel and Hackney
Night bus services
Night routes provide all-night access to central London
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles Docking Station
Hire bikes available at several docking points in surrounding streets
Quietway 13 / CS1 Corridor
Signed cycle route linking Stoke Newington to Hackney and the City
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Clissold Park Car Park EV Points
On-street and car park electric vehicle charging near the park
Defibrillators
Clissold Park Café
Defibrillator available at the park café building
Postboxes & Post Office
Stoke Newington Post Office
Counter services on Stoke Newington High Street
Fuel stations
Texaco, Stoke Newington Road
Petrol station on the A10 south towards Dalston
Places of worship
Victorian Gothic parish church on Stoke Newington Church Street
~550 mMedieval parish church, one of the oldest buildings in Hackney
~550 mCatholic church on Bouverie Road, Stoke Newington
~700 mProgressive Jewish congregation serving the local community
~800 mSeveral mosques within 1–2 km serving the area's Muslim community
~1.0 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 127% above the national average (154.5 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1232 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 3 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the more deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,469.
Housing & utilities
Two- and three-storey terraced houses are the most common property type
Large proportion of flats converted from period houses, popular with renters
Private renting is significantly above the national average, estimated ~38%
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Large Victorian park with Green Flag status, ~400 m from the postcode
A10 corridor brings traffic pollution; side streets are notably quieter
High Street areas are busy; residential side streets are generally calm
This part of Stoke Newington has a generally low surface-water flood risk
FAQs
Where exactly is the N16 0JL postcode?
N16 0JL is located in Stoke Newington, in the Clissold ward of the London Borough of Hackney. It sits close to Albion Road and is within easy walking distance of Clissold Park and Stoke Newington Church Street.
What is the area around N16 0JL like?
The area is a vibrant, diverse and predominantly residential neighbourhood known for its Victorian architecture, independent cafés, bookshops and the green expanse of Clissold Park. It has a relaxed, community-oriented feel popular with families and young professionals.
Which council covers N16 0JL?
N16 0JL falls within the London Borough of Hackney. The ward is Clissold, and the parliamentary constituency is Hackney North and Stoke Newington.
Which parliamentary constituency is N16 0JL in?
This postcode is in the Hackney North and Stoke Newington parliamentary constituency.
What schools are near N16 0JL?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the N16 0JL area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
How do I get to N16 0JL by public transport?
The area is well served by buses along Stoke Newington High Street and Church Street, with regular services to Dalston, Islington and the City. The nearest Overground stations are within walking or cycling distance to the south in Dalston.
Is N16 0JL in a London congestion or ULEZ zone?
N16 0JL is outside the central Congestion Charge zone but falls within the Greater London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), which covers all areas within the North and South Circular Roads. Most modern vehicles meet ULEZ standards without a charge.
What is the nearest park to N16 0JL?
Clissold Park is the nearest major green space, approximately 400 metres away. It is a Green Flag-awarded Victorian park with a café, deer enclosure, tennis courts and a paddling pool.
Useful links
Official records and property listings for N16 0JL: