Oldfield Road, London N16

This vibrant three-bedroom house is tucked away on a quiet residential street in Stoke Newington, minutes from the restaurants and shops of Church Street. A former Victorian bakery, it was the subject of a sensitive conversion by the current owners alongside Smith and Taylor Architects, who have brought the interiors up to date with a playful and warm colour palette. At the same time, concrete floors, industrial windows, and plywood joinery lend a utilitarian edge. The house extends over 1,334 sq ft across three storeys, with two entrances, a private patio and a balcony.



The Tour



The house wraps behind a shop on the corner of Oldfield Road and Nevill Road, and can be accessed via two separate entrances. The main entrance is on Oldfield Road, where a bright, orange-painted gate opens onto a paved front patio, with plenty of space for securely storing bikes or keeping potted plants.



A glazed front door opens directly into an inviting kitchen, setting the tone for the rest of the house with a restrained palette and a combination of white-washed walls, exposed brick and pipework. With a west-facing orientation, floor-to-ceiling glazing invites in a soft afternoon glow, with additional light pouring in from the east-facing glazing at the opposite end of the plan.



The Plykea kitchen is fitted with bespoke plywood cabinets topped with wood countertops and a white-tiled splashback. Above, plywood cupboards and shelving with exposed edges provide space for storing and displaying dishes and glassware, complemented by a wall of floor-to-ceiling shelving opposite. A central island offers a practical surface for food preparation. Integrated appliances inclue a Samsung dishwasher, microwave and washing machine, a Belling oven and a Siemens fridge.



Concrete flooring extends across the plan, complete with integrated underfloor heating. A hallway with a large pocket door connects to the airy reception room, with crisp white walls and concrete flooring. Here, a second entrance introduces flexibility and movement into the layout. Morning light floods into the space through warehouse-style windows.



An adjacent area has practical built-in cupboards and storage for outerwear and shoes. There is a little yard in between the kitchen and living room, furthering the easy sense of flow between spaces.



From the hall, a timber staircase leads to the upper floors, with walls painted with bold, mustard-painted brickwork. The principal bedroom lies on the uppermost floor, where large east-facing glass doors open onto a private balcony with tranquil views over the leafy street. Set beneath exposed pine plywood beams, it is finished with a neutral palette and black-washed floorboards, with walls painted in 'Bone China'. The space unfolds onto a spacious dressing area, with stripped plywood floorboards underfoot. An en suite bathroom is well-appointed with blue walls, dark-tiled flooring and a bright orange towel rail. The large walk-in shower is clad in white tiles and enclosed within a glass screen.



There are two spacious bedrooms on the first floor. The first is positioned at the front, finished in dark 'Peppermint Beach Green' and wired for an integrated Sonos sound system; the wiring is all in situ but would need to be connected to a speaker system. A floor-to-ceiling window overlooks the front yard, drawing in natural light. Light-filled and spacious, the rear bedroom has 'Bleached Linen 2' on the walls and concrete flooring. There is also a third room on this floor, currently used as an office space, with practical built-in storage and beautiful terracotta tiles.



The shared bathroom has a pared-back palette, with white-tiled walls and screed flooring complemented by uplifting pops of orange. There is a large shower over the bath and space for storage.



Outdoor Spaces



There is a private balcony accessible from the main bedroom, with tranquil views over the neighbourhood's roofs and treetops; the ground floor patio also makes an excellent spot for alfresco dining.



The Area



Oldfield Road is located moments from the independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs of Stoke Newington, in particular those along Church Street and around Newington Green. Local favourites include Spence Bakery, Rasa, The Good Egg, Calong and Nook. Esters café is nearby and is the go-to for brunch, while the gallery and cafe Everyday Sunshine is moments from the house. This local spot has become a much-loved place since it opened a few years ago, and as well as serving coffee and baked goods, occasionally runs cultural events in the evenings too.



We've written more about Stoke Newington and Newington Green in our area guide.



There are plenty of green spaces nearby: Abney Park and Cemetery are 10 minutes’ walk away, as is Clissold Park, with its tennis courts, popular café, beautiful lakes and resident deer.



Several state-run primary schools lie in easy reach of the house. There are also secondary schools within walking distance, along with a Steiner school.



Dalston Kingsland and Dalston Junction are within easy reach and run. Overground trains to Highbury and Islington, Shoreditch High Street and Stratford. Rectory Road is also close by and runs regular services to Liverpool Street, taking around 15 minutes.



Council Tax Band: E