Highbury London Map

About Highbury

Highbury, a district within the London Borough of Islington, possesses a character shaped by both its suburban aspirations and its proximity to the capital's core. It lies 4.6 km north of City of London (from City of London: bearing 354°T, OS grid TQ 318 857). The broad avenues, lined with elegant Victorian and Edwardian terraces, often catch the afternoon sun, bathing the red brick in a warm, inviting glow. Green spaces, like the expansive Highbury Fields, offer a welcome respite, their well-trodden paths echoing the footsteps of generations who have sought solace and recreation. Historically, Highbury evolved from rural estates into a desirable residential area, its development mirroring the outward expansion of London itself. The area retains a sense of community, visible in the bustling local shops and the lively atmosphere of its regular markets.

About This Highbury Map Page

Explore Highbury, London, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.555631, -0.099605. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.