House prices in Islington
The average house price in Islington is £669,879, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Islington have fallen sharply (-6.4%), and over the last five years they have risen (+2.2%). Five years ago the average was around £655,671. That puts Islington 129% above the England average of £292,095. That makes Islington the 7th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 311th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Islington peaked at around £751,356 (May 2024). Since 1995 the average has changed by +623.6%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -19.7% in real terms over the last five years — so in today’s money they have lagged behind the wider cost of living. Remember this is an area average — your own home’s value depends on its exact street, size and condition.
How Islington compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islington | £669,879 | -6.4% | +2.2% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Wandsworth | £659,547 | -6.1% | -0.3% |
| St Albans | £638,489 | +3.0% | +13.2% |
| Haringey | £633,853 | +2.4% | +9.7% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Wandsworth — £659,547
- St Albans — £638,489
- Haringey — £633,853
- City of London — £626,980
- Hammersmith and Fulham — £729,407
- Hackney — £608,470
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Islington?
The average house price in Islington is £669,879 as of May 2026, according to the HM Land Registry House Price Index. This is an average across all property types.
Are house prices in Islington rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Islington have fallen sharply (-6.4%). Over five years they have risen (+2.2%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Islington?
On the average Islington home, a 10% deposit is about £66,988, and a 5% deposit around £33,494. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Islington rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Islington is the 7th most expensive and the 311th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Islington home is worth?
Use our free house value calculator — enter your postcode and what you paid, and it estimates today's value from Land Registry data. For a precise figure, ask a local estate agent or RICS surveyor.
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