Bishopsgate Area Guide

Bishopsgate, Central London

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Living in

Bishopsgate is a diverse area in London which benefits from both the affluent business district of the City as well as the fun Bars, Shops and Food hotspots of Shoreditch. Being so central in London, Bishopsgate tends to have mainly high-rise accommodation where you are able to step out of your building straight into the heart of the City which offers an array of local amenities and transport.

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Community

With a mix of professionals and party-goers, Bishopsgate is a popular location as it sits at the heart of the City. With such a diverse selection of Bars and Restaurants, there comes a wide audience of people who are looking for a choice of different types of cuisine and atmosphere to experience.

Safety

Being a sought-after location for nightlife, there tends to be a higher crime rate due to more people being out in the evening. Keep vigilant as you would do in any busy environment.

Parking

Parking tends to be difficult in most areas of London as it's a highly-populated City. In Bishopsgate there is not a great deal of available parking options, with only one nearby underground car park, Broadgate, you have a choice to pay either hourly or monthly. 

Nightlife

There is a wide variety of nightlife in and around Bishopsgate, with a large selection of venues ranging from traditional Pubs to quirky Bars and suave Cocktail hotspots, it remains a popular evening destination.

Family Friendly

Being such a fast-pace area, Bishopsgate is a location chosen more-so by Business professionals and young Students/Professionals over families.

Pet Friendly

The high-rise accommodation and busy City life aren't necessarily suited for pets, you are limited to only one local park, Finsbury Circus Gardens, which would only be appropriate for a small dog.

Transport

Bishopsgate has Bus routes available as well as Liverpool Street Station which is just a stones throw away. With both overground and underground services, you have access to the Elizabeth Line, Stansted Express and Greater Anglia to assist you on your travels.