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Burnt Oak & Watling Park

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About

Burnt Oak is a residential area in Barnet, located near the northern edge of London. The area is served by Burnt Oak Underground station on the Northern line, providing easy access to central London. Local amenities include shops, cafes, and supermarkets along Watling Avenue and Burnt Oak Broadway. The area has a mix of housing, including terraced homes and low-rise flats, with a community-focused atmosphere.

Nearby, Watling Park offers green space with walking paths, sports facilities, and a children’s playground. The park follows the course of the Silk Stream, adding a natural element to the urban surroundings. The area is practical for commuters and families, with schools and transport links within easy reach. Burnt Oak and Watling Park provide a balance of convenience and local greenery.

Area overview

On average Burnt Oak & Watling Park has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 111 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 30.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Burnt Oak & Watling Park is £51,000 per year. There are 8 schools in Burnt Oak & Watling Park: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
111
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
30%
Connectivity
6/10

Area Profile

Burnt Oak & Watling Park Population
12,397
Population density
8,715.6 per km²

Demographics

British
2,614
21.09%
Other White
2,288
18.46%
African
1,608
12.97%
Other Asian
1,509
12.17%
Indian
915
7.38%
Total population: 12,397

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,230
29.22%
Social rents from council
930
22.09%
Owns with a mortgage
822
19.52%
Owns outright
696
16.53%
Other social rented
377
8.95%
Total households: 4,210

Property prices in Burnt Oak & Watling Park

Based on 45 recent sales, the median property price is £425,000 in Burnt Oak & Watling Park area, with individual transactions ranging from £175,000 up to £690,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats13£282,500
Semi-Detached8£555,000
Terraced24£447,500

10 years price trend in Burnt Oak & Watling Park

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.