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About

Barnet is a large district in North London, covering an area of approximately 86 square kilometers. It is known for its mix of urban and suburban areas, with bustling town centers like Finchley and Hendon alongside quieter residential neighborhoods. The district includes green spaces such as Hampstead Heath Extension and Monken Hadley Common, offering outdoor recreation options. Barnet is home to a range of cultural and educational institutions, including Middlesex University and the RAF Museum.

The area has strong transport links, with several Underground and Overground stations connecting it to central London. Barnet also has a diverse population, with communities from various backgrounds contributing to its character. The district features a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to different lifestyles. Local markets, independent shops, and larger retail centers provide a variety of shopping and dining options. Barnet’s blend of urban convenience and suburban tranquility makes it a practical choice for many Londoners.

Area overview

On average Barnet has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Barnet is £58,777 per year. There are 170 schools in Barnet: 92 primary (19 Outstanding and 64 Good) and 26 secondary (6 Outstanding and 20 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
85
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
12.9%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Barnet Population
389,344
Population density
4,488.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
140,777
36.16%
Other White
74,608
19.16%
Other
30,687
7.88%
Indian
30,389
7.81%
Other Asian
25,589
6.57%
Total population: 389,344

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
45,180
30.34%
Owns with a mortgage
39,324
26.41%
Owns outright
39,083
26.24%
Social rents from council
10,030
6.74%
Other social rented
10,004
6.72%
Total households: 148,917

Property prices in Barnet

Based on 2,919 recent sales, the median property price is £566,250 in Barnet area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £8,750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Barnet in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Barnet over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached238£1,227,500
Flats1,307£395,000
Semi-Detached804£791,250
Terraced570£633,500

10 years median price trend in Barnet

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Barnet.

All wards in Barnet

Barnet Vale

Brunswick Park

Burnt Oak

Childs Hill

Colindale North

Colindale South

Cricklewood

East Barnet

East Finchley

Edgware

Edgwarebury

Finchley Church End

Friern Barnet

Garden Suburb

Golders Green

Hendon

High Barnet

Mill Hill

Totteridge & Woodside

Underhill

West Finchley

West Hendon

Whetstone

Woodhouse

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.