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Brent Cross & Staples Corner

About

The Brent Cross & Staples Corner area in Barnet is a major transport and retail hub in North London. The area is dominated by the Brent Cross Shopping Centre, one of the UK's first large indoor malls, which attracts shoppers with a mix of high-street brands and department stores. Staples Corner, nearby, is a key junction where the North Circular Road meets the M1 motorway, making it a busy spot for traffic and logistics.

The area has a mix of commercial and residential spaces, with industrial estates and retail parks alongside housing developments. Brent Cross is undergoing regeneration, with plans for new homes, offices, and improved transport links. The proximity to the River Brent adds a green edge, with walking paths and parks providing some relief from the urban environment. Despite its busy nature, the area serves as an important gateway between London and the wider region.

Area overview

On average Brent Cross & Staples Corner has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 271 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 28.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Brent Cross & Staples Corner is £48,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Brent Cross & Staples Corner: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
271
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
28.8%
Connectivity
6/10
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