Local area guide

Living in Stamford Hill

Thinking about moving to Stamford Hill? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools are like, transport connections and so much more.

Your guide to moving to Stamford Hill

Why Stamford Hill is a good place to live

Stamford Hill, a charming North London suburb, paints a picture of calm and tranquility just in the heart of the city. Its location makes living in Stamford Hill a best-of-both-worlds experience, with its authentic community atmosphere and the convenience of city life. Moving to Stamford Hill means staying ideas away from the gorgeous Springfield and Clissold Parks, an absolute haven for nature lovers. What's more? Completing life's regular routines is easy here. Getting around doesn't require a car, and there's a ready supply of underscored parking for those who have them. Excellent schools are just around the corner, a significant factor that many families consider essential. And, Stamford Hill has 'em!

What's Stamford Hill famous for?

Stamford Hill has an extraordinary charm lent by its highly influential Jewish community. Stamford Hill is famous for its place as a significant cultural hub for Orthodox Jews. The area boasts the highest number of synagogues in a single mile throughout London. But that's not all. From businesses to schools, the local Orthodox community influence cannot be missed. These impart a unique cultural depth making the neighborhood stand out in the heart of North London.

Things to do in Stamford Hill

There's never a dull moment once you move to Stamford Hill. If you fancy recreational activities, larger parks border the area, such as Clissold Park, where peace meets play. Do you like to explore cultural sites and various religions? Visiting the numerous synagogues dotting the area is an enlightening experience. Then stroll down to the famous Grodzinski bakery in Clapton Common next. It's a testament to the area's rich past, rooting back to the Eastern European regions. Irrespective of interests, every resident finds something to do in Stamford Hill.

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Properties currently for sale in Stamford Hill

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Transport in Stamford Hill

Find the nearest train stations and other transport links in Stamford Hill.

Local connections

Stoke Newington
National Rail
0.4 miles / 0.6 km
Stamford Hill
National Rail
0.4 miles / 0.6 km
South Tottenham
National Rail
0.7 miles / 1.1 km
Clapton
National Rail
0.8 miles / 1.3 km
Rectory Road
National Rail
0.8 miles / 1.3 km
Seven Sisters
National Rail
0.9 miles / 1.4 km

Schools in Stamford Hill

Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Stamford Hill.

Education in Stamford Hill

Lubavitch Boys' Primary School
Ages: 5 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Requires improvement (2022)
Wiznitz Cheder School
Ages: 3 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Inadequate (2021)
Oldhill Community School
Ages: 3 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
Talmud Torah Machzikei Hadass School
Ages: 3 - 16 years old
Ofsted Rating: Inadequate (2022)
Yesodey Hatorah Senior Girls School
Ages: 11 - 16 years old
Ofsted Rating: Requires improvement (2021)
Lubavitch House School (Senior Girls)
Ages: 11 - 18 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)

Local pubs in Stamford Hill

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  • Axe

    London N16

    Established 2017. A Stokey local with 22 taps of the finest and rarest local and international beers, a fantastic drinks list, Saturday brunch, and Sunday roast.

  • Coach & Horses

    London N16

    Like home from home Coach & Horses specialises in creating a warm and welcome setting to relax and unwind