Our area guide to Stoke Newington gives you a quick overview of the neighbourhood from its properties, public parks, local schools, council tax, public transport links to shopping and going out. Postcodes covered by this area guide include
N16, E8, E5
Stoke Newington Area Overview
Stoke Newington has become the new yuppie Mecca
Stoke Newington Property Types & Architecture
The area is mainly made up of Victorian terraces, many of which have been converted in flats. There are also several blocks of purpose build flats offering housing association accommodation.
The area south of Stoke Newington Church Street around Defoe Road and Oldfield Road is a quiet residential area.
Stoke Newington Shopping & Entertainment
Stoke Newington High Street and Stoke Newington Church Street are the main shopping areas and though not extensive house some interesting and unusual shops including second hand books and organic food.
The area has a variety of restaurants, bars, cafes and wine bars.
Stoke Newington Transport
There is no tube station. The nearest underground station is Finsbury Park which is a couple of miles away. There is a rail station in Stoke Newington that takes about 15 minutes to reach Liverpool Street.
Stoke Newington Parks & Commons
Clissold Park is the main open space and offers a variety of activities including boating and tennis. The reservoirs to the north of Clissold Park are now being used for recreational purposes.
Stoke Newington Who lives here?
The area is a racially mixed area that includes: Afro-Caribbean, Turkish and Jewish. The area is also very popular with the professional middle classes including those in advertising and publishing and also teachers.
Guide to Stoke Newington transport links:
Trains
- Clapton (National Rail)
- Dalston Kingsland
- Hackney Central
- Hackney Downs
- London Fields
- Rectory Road
- Stamford Hill
- Stoke Newington
Stoke Newington Local Authorities:
Stoke Newington
is represented by
Hackney Council
which holds the responsibility for delivering services in your area.
Council responsibilities
The council is responsible for all council services and duties, which include Social Services, housing, education and planning. If you’ve a specific question for this council, please visit their website to get contact details for key departments.
Stoke Newington Council Tax Rates:
Council Tax is worked out by your local council who sets the Council Tax rates for each year.
Your property postcode will determine which council you will need to pay. There are currently 1 councils covering the Stoke Newington area.
Council tax rates for each Local Authority
| Council |
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
F |
G |
H |
| Hackney |
£858 |
£1,001 |
£1,144 |
£1,287 |
£1,573 |
£1,859 |
£2,145 |
£2,574 |
| English Averages |
£761 |
£888 |
£1,015 |
£1,142 |
£1,396 |
£1,650 |
£1,904 |
£2,285 |
How much will I have to pay?
Each year, every local authority will set a rate of council tax for each valuation band. The amount you have to pay depends on the value of your property and the current rates for your local council. Not everyone will have to pay the full amount of council tax. There are three ways in which your council tax bill may be reduced.
Reductions in council tax:
- the reduction scheme for disabled people
- discounts (i.e. If only one person lives in a property they will get
a 25% discount on the council tax bill)
- council tax benefit and second adult rebate
Learn more about council tax at HM Revenue & Customs
Schools in Stoke Newington & Year 2006 Exam Results
Schools in Stoke Newington fall under the Hackney Local Education Authority. Below is a comprehensive list of public schools in Stoke Newington by type, together with full school details and the latest exam results.
Local schools within Stoke Newington:
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