Following the initial announcement in October 2025, Islington Council has now successfully moved into the final rollout phase of its Selective Licensing expansion. The scheme is now active across 7 high-priority wards to tackle poor property conditions.
Wards Affected
The new designation includes Barnsbury, Caledonian, Highbury, Mildmay, Laycock, St Mary's & St James's, and Tufnell Park. Landlords in these areas must apply for a license for every privately rented property let to a single family or two unrelated people.
Strategic Compliance
Islington has integrated these new wards into their existing enforcement framework, meaning inspections will be more frequent and stringent than in non-designated areas.