Area data snapshot
Average house price
£525,000
+2.0% year on year
Average rent
£1,600 1 bed
£2,100 2 bed
Crime level
Above average
Violent: high · Burglary: medium
Nearby schools
🎓 Shacklewell Primary (Good)
🎓 Gayhurst Community School (Good)
🎓 Skinners' Academy (Good)
Transport links
🚇 Dalston Junction (Overground)
🚇 Dalston Kingsland (Overground)
🚇 Haggerston (Overground)
Green spaces
🌳 Dalston Eastern Curve Garden, London Fields nearby
Best for
👥 Young professionals, creatives, those wanting nightlife and culture
Data: Land Registry, Police UK, Ofsted. Check any specific postcode for live data.
About Dalston
Dalston is a neighbourhood in London, London, covering postcodes E8, N1. It is a buzzing east London neighbourhood popular with creatives and young professionals, attracting residents drawn by its nightlife, Turkish restaurants, Ridley Road Market and easy City access.
Crime rates, school quality, flood risk and property values vary significantly within Dalston. Always check the specific postcode before committing to a move.
Crime in Dalston
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Schools in Dalston
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House prices in Dalston
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dalston safe to live in?
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What are average house prices in Dalston?
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Are there good schools in Dalston?
School quality varies across Dalston. Our reports show every school within 1.5km with their current Ofsted rating.