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Finchley Central

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About

Finchley Central is a suburban area in the London Borough of Barnet, located approximately 7 miles north of central London. The area is well-connected by public transport, with Finchley Central Tube station serving the Northern line, providing direct links to central London. The High Road is the main thoroughfare, featuring a mix of shops, cafes, and local businesses catering to everyday needs. Residential streets are predominantly lined with semi-detached and detached houses, along with some apartment buildings.

The area has several green spaces, including Victoria Park and Avenue House Grounds, offering recreational opportunities. Finchley Central is home to a range of schools, both state and independent, serving families in the area. The local community is supported by amenities such as libraries, sports facilities, and places of worship. While quieter than central London, the area maintains a practical balance of convenience and suburban living.

Area overview

On average Finchley Central has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 90 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Finchley Central is £57,900 per year. There are 5 schools in Finchley Central: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
90
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
5.6%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Finchley Central Population
9,160
Population density
6,322 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,468
37.87%
Other White
1,937
21.15%
Other
973
10.62%
Other Asian
660
7.21%
Indian
654
7.14%
Total population: 9,158

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,392
36.71%
Owns outright
1,234
32.54%
Owns with a mortgage
851
22.44%
Social rents from council
140
3.69%
Other forms of private rent
102
2.69%
Total households: 3,792

Property prices in Finchley Central

Based on 60 recent sales, the median property price is £655,000 in Finchley Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £217,500 up to £2,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Finchley Central 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 Finchley Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£1,675,000
Flats39£525,000
Semi-Detached12£1,085,000
Terraced2£898,750

10 years median price trend in Finchley Central

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.