Shoreditch vs Hackney Wick
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Shoreditch scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Hackney Wick.
Rent comparison
Shoreditch
Hackney / Tower HamletsHackney Wickwinner
HackneyShoreditch is £750/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Young professionals
Safety
Transport
Shoreditch
Tech, finance and creatives crammed into one postcode. Brilliant for going out, less so for sleeping.
- ✓Unmatched food, drink and nightlife density
- ✓Walking distance to the City
- ✓Hyper-connected
- →Very expensive
- →Loud at all hours
- →Almost no greenery
Hackney Wick
Canals, studios, breweries, and Olympic Park access, with a creative feel and improving transport.
- ✓Excellent canal and park access
- ✓Creative venues and breweries
- ✓Young social crowd
- →Overground-led commute
- →Patchy late-night transport
- →New-build pricing has risen
Frequently asked questions
Is Shoreditch or Hackney Wick better to live in?
Shoreditch scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Hackney Wick.
Is Shoreditch cheaper than Hackney Wick?
Hackney Wick is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,550 vs £2,300 in Shoreditch, a saving of £750/month.
Which has better transport — Shoreditch or Hackney Wick?
Shoreditch scores higher for transport (10/10 vs 6/10). Shoreditch is served by Old Street and Shoreditch High Street. Hackney Wick is served by Hackney Wick.
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