Neighbourhood Spotlight - Stoke Newington

I have to be honest.  When I first heard of  Stoke Newington, I had absolutely no idea where it was.  After a quick Google search, I see that its in the N16 post code and that it's part of the Hackney council.  How did I hear about this place?  Its where the very lovely Lizzie lives (ooh alliteration!).  She has decided to share with us her experience of living in the N16.

Name: Lizzie
Age: 25
Stoke Newington Resident for: 3 years
Last place you live before moving to London?
Erm... Reading but I've been in London over 7 years now.



Do you live in a flatshare or on your own?
Flatshare


What’s your nearest Tube station?
I think it's either Old Street or Highbury and Islington

How would you describe your neighbourhood’s overall vibe?
Stoke Newington is an infusion of the hip cool and arty Dalston and the money spilling over from Angel. This means you get yummy mummies and skinny jean wearing twats. It's clam, family friendly, great for someone looking for a village in a city.

How safe is your neighbourhood?
Pretty safe, we are surrounded by some dodgy parts but generally it's a great place to live.

What do you like most about where you live?
The community feel and the fact there is great cafés, shops and coffee on my doorstep as well as great alternative nightlife and live music venues.

What do you like least?
It can take over an hour to get into central London.

If you could live anywhere in London, where would you live?
On a houseboat, between Angel and Old Street!