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Railway Arches to Rent in Hoxton

Creative and food destination managed primarily by Places for London. Hoxton's arches blend Shoreditch's creative energy with a distinct neighbourhood identity, anchored by Hoxton Street Market and a thriving restaurant scene.

£26–£38

avg rent /sqft pa

N1, E2

postcodes

+22%

5-year growth

Rising

market trend

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About Hoxton Railway Arches

Hoxton's railway arches run beneath the viaducts of this North East London neighbourhood, forming a natural extension of the Shoreditch creative corridor while maintaining its own distinct character. The area is notable for having significant arch stock managed by Places for London (TfL's property arm), offering an alternative to The Arch Company's dominance elsewhere. Hoxton Street Market provides a community anchor, and the arches along Cremer Street, Geffrye Street, and Hoxton Street house a vibrant mix of restaurants, galleries, creative studios, and independent retailers. The area benefits from proximity to Hoxton Overground station and is within walking distance of Old Street and Shoreditch High Street. Rents sit between Hackney and Shoreditch levels, reflecting Hoxton's desirable location and creative cachet. The area particularly suits food businesses, galleries, and creative enterprises that want Shoreditch-level visibility without quite the same premium.

Transport Links

  • HoxtonOverground, 3 min walk
  • Old StreetNorthern line, 8 min walk
  • Shoreditch High StreetOverground, 7 min walk

Rent & Cost Benchmarks

How Hoxton compares to the London average for a 1,000 sqft railway arch

MetricHoxtonLondon Avg
Avg Rent (£/sqft pa)£26–£38£20–£30
Typical Rateable Value£26,000–£38,000£20,000–£35,000
Est. Business Rates (pa)£11,232–£16,416£8,640–£15,120
Service Charge (pcm)£250–£380£200–£400
Est. Total Cost (1,000 sqft, pa)£37,232–£54,416£28,000–£45,000

Business Mix & Sectors

Food & Beverage
35%
Creative / Studio
30%
Industrial / Workshop
5%
Retail
20%
Other
10%

Notable Businesses

  • Various Hoxton Street restaurants
  • Independent galleries near Geffrye Museum
  • Creative studios and design agencies

Key Landlords & Finding Space

  • Places for London (TfL)
  • The Arch Company

Tips for Finding Space in Hoxton

  • Walk the arch clusters in person — look for "To Let" boards that may not be listed online
  • Ask existing arch tenants about upcoming vacancies — word of mouth is common
  • Contact The Arch Company directly for Hoxton availability
  • Check Rightmove Commercial for independent agent listings

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +Places for London stock offers alternative to Arch Company leases
  • +Strong food and creative scene with neighbourhood identity
  • +Walking distance to Old Street tech cluster
  • +Good Overground connectivity via Hoxton station

Cons

  • -Premium rents reflecting Shoreditch proximity
  • -Competitive market — low vacancy rates
  • -Limited industrial/workshop suitability
  • -Parking very difficult in the area

Adjacent Areas

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