A guide to living in Borough of Barnet

London is a city of contrasts, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the boroughs. The borough of Barnet has a suburban feel with its leafy streets lined with houses and gardens. You'll find many parks and green spaces in the area, along with plenty of shopping opportunities for those who like to browse high street stores or enjoy some retail therapy at their local mall. It's also easy to get around on foot or by bus when you live in Barnet, it's one of London's most pedestrian-friendly areas!

Excellent

45.5

Very Good

34.5

Average

14.4

Disappointing

3.5

Very poor

2.1

Best places to live in Borough of Barnet

How is ranking calculated?

Viewing 1-5 out of 47

The Mount at Millbrook Park by Countryside, NW7

By Countryside

4.44

(7 reviews)

The Mount at Millbrook Park is a Countryside development located in Mill Hill. The development comprises of 133 residential dwellings comprising of one and two bed flats and three and four-bedroom houses. Mill Hill East station is in close proximity to the development that carries Northern line services into the City and Central London.

1st

Ranked 1st out of 28 in Borough of Barnet

View development

Peabody at Colindale Gardens, NW9

By Peabody

4.25

(11 reviews)

Colindale benefits from private balconies, 24 hour concierge and gym access. Located in a up-and-coming district of London, but within easy reach of the City.

2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 28 in Borough of Barnet

View development

Rental Only

Kooky Whetstone, N20

By Kooky

4.25

(10 reviews)

Kooky Whetstone is a collection of boutique apartments. The rental apartments are fully furnished with balconies or terraces, and include private parking. Residents benefit from a five minute walk to Totteridge & Whetstone station and a 25-minute train journey to London Euston.

3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 28 in Borough of Barnet

View development

Millbrook Park by Linden Homes, NW7

By Linden Homes

4.22

(13 reviews)

Linden at Millbrook Park is a Linden Homes residential development and Avison young design. The development comprises of 138 one and two bedroom apartments and three, four and five bedroom houses. Mill Hill East station is in close proximity to the development that carries Northern line services into the City and Central London.

4th

Ranked 4th out of 28 in Borough of Barnet

View development

Brook Valley Gardens, EN5

By Countryside

4.2

4.20

(17 reviews)

Brook Valley Gardens, by Countryside, sits in Chipping Barnet. Residents here benefit from various green spaces, a community centre and nursery. As well as this, the development is just a short walk from High Barnet station. Which provides direct access to central London within 20 minutes.

5th

Ranked 5th out of 28 in Borough of Barnet

View development

Page 1 of 10

Featured developments in Borough of Barnet

Latest Reviews in Borough of Barnet

1300 total reviews

Write a review

Viewing 1-5 out of 1296

Concerned Resident (Tenant)

The Maple, NW2

Oct 2025

This is rated 1.00 out of 5.00.

THE MAPLE - AMAZING FACILITIES THAT NEVER WORK!

Concerned Resident (Tenant)

The Maple, NW2

Oct 2025

THE MAPLE - Great facilities but only if they ever work! They offer co working but poor internet which means you cannot really work, they offer pool and sauna which started much later after move in and then not working after less than a week of starting. They lure you in with the services which is why you end up paying so much rent than what is general rent you should be paying in the area. Be aware before you take this up. Poor management and poor execution! No fault of the poor staff at reception who have it bear the brunt of all the complaints from the residents.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

No shops open in the close vicinity - still under construction. 5-10 mins walk to station which is the only good thing about this location.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

No response , or vague response with nothing getting fixed.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Never trust the sales people ! They talk to you as if it’s so obvious everything will be smooth but it’s the complete opposite. Complete lack of ethics.

Manager response

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re truly sorry to hear that The Maple hasn’t lived up to expectations. Your concerns about the facilities, internet, and communication are completely valid, and we appreciate your kind words about our front desk team. We’d love the opportunity to make things right and talk through your concerns in more detail. Since we don’t have your contact information, please feel free to reach out to our management team at your earliest convenience—we’re here to help and would truly appreciate the chance to speak with you directly. Warm regards, The Maple Team

Posted by

Margherita Tarallo, General Manager

Oct 2025

・・

HomeViews

Tariq a (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Barbara Langstone House, N12

Jul 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

The building is very decent a lil bit noisy though and some neighbours are a lot

Tariq a (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Barbara Langstone House, N12

Jul 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The are is fine there’s a lot of noise so it’s very noisy It has good access to shops so that’s decent I guess

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I haven’t had any issues yet so I’m just talking to get

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is it’s in the high road

Review image for review 0a5caebe-cfcd-4141-89d2-ad6fa7429a38

・・

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

HomeViews

Ale (Tenant)

Barbara Langstone House, N12

Jul 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

Great place

Ale (Tenant)

Barbara Langstone House, N12

Jul 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

There is a lot of shops nearby which are very close to reach by walking distance. The travel is simple as the bus stop right infront. Some anti social behaviour

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Yes they have but some issues have taken longer to fix than others

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

nothing its all pretty great I have nothing to complain

・・

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

HomeViews

Robert E (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingmaker House, EN5

May 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

Minor flaws

Robert E (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingmaker House, EN5

May 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I love how close the building is to the station and the general location. Parking availability is very limited and the park spot is too expensive to maintain in the building.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Some have been very delayed but others have been very quick.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Would have liked to know about the loud door from the front.

・・

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

HomeViews

C (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingmaker House, EN5

May 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

Worth living

C (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingmaker House, EN5

May 2025

Great new built, no matter the interior or exterior are clean and modern. Located near train station, just a 2-3mins quick walk. Get quite a lot buses for connections as well. Also get a big Sainsbury’s nearby. Convenient to do groceries. Only if there are amenities included, like gym facility, that would be perfect. And if for the house itself, if heater is not turned on, the house is bit chilly. Except these two, all are great.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Safe and calm neighbourhood, short walking distance to station, feel very safe even walking home at night. Also, the bin collections inside the building is nice, so we don't have to walk outdoor for disposal. But just it needs to be cleaned up more often since few days ago there were full of boxes and bin bags stuck, almost not able to open the door.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They have an internal application for us, which is cool. Since we can raise our concerns or issues there, and they respond quickly on the chat to sort things out.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Pretty recommend to move in, to become neighbours!

・・

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

HomeViews

Page 1 of 260

These reviews are the subjective opinion of a HomeViews user and not of HomeViews

Useful articles

North West London

If fuss-free London transport links and masses of greenery are big draws, then living in North West London will certainly appeal. Property developers have been concentrating on this slice of the city more heavily in recent years. The new homes have drawn those seeking everything from a more affordable lifestyle to village-like credentials and reputable schools. Read on to discover developments that are rated the best places to live in North West London. In addition, read reviews from residents who own or rent in North West London.

Go to article

Borough of Brent

Looking to buy a home in London? Then you should definitely consider Brent – one of the most vibrant and diverse boroughs in the city. Situated in northwest London, Brent is well-connected to all other parts of the city and offers plenty of great opportunities for residents. In this guide, we'll take a closer look at Brent – including its history, areas, universities and top schools. So if you're thinking about making the move to London, read on!

Go to article

Colindale

The lively North London suburb of Colindale has been making waves with savvy home-seekers for years. Many are lured by its proximity to Central London and more affordable housing options. Where are the best places to buy or rent in Colindale? Discover more about living in Colindale in our area guide.

Go to article

Borough of Camden

Few places in the capital ooze cool like Camden. This popular Borough covers a large area but is more recognised for Camden Town. Its gritty, bohemian vibe has long-drawn a mesmerising mix of characters, from free spirits to punks, goths to rockers. And there lies its charm. Read on to find out the best places to live in Camden and also, what it is like to buy or rent in Camden.

Go to article

Edgware

Edgware is a suburban area of North London that sits mostly in the borough of Barnet but also with a small section in Harrow. Edgware offers a safe and relatively green option for famililes and young professionals, with a great selection of semi-detached properties to choose from. The last two stops on the Edgware branch of the Northern line serve the area alongside Canons Road and Queensbury stations on the Jubilee line.

Go to article

Wembley

Perhaps best-known for its sporting and entertainment credentials, Wembley actually has plenty more strings to its bow. The world-famous Wembley Stadium and revamped SSE Arena are certainly highlights, but the area has been transformed in recent years into a highly appealing residential neighbourhood. Significant redevelopment works have seen Wembley emerge as a stylish and contemporary hotspot with a varied selection of award-winning new homes, bucketloads of culture and a surprisingly well-developed foodie scene. Thanks to its melting pot of nationalities, Wembley is something of a window onto the world. Wembley restaurants traditionally spanned spice-scented tandooris and exotic Middle Eastern eateries, with Polish delis and oriental health stores dotting the high streets. Now, casual and fine dining options have been added to the menu, along with dozens of street food vendors and even a bakery school by renowned Borough Market bakery Bread Ahead. Truly a foodie heaven with something for everyone.

Go to article