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!

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45.9%

Very Good

34.2%

Average

14.2%

Disappointing

3.3%

Very poor

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Best places to live in Borough of Barnet

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The Maple, NW2

By Related Argent

3.94

(15 reviews)

The Maple features studio, 1, 2, 3 and 4 bed parkside apartments in the new north London neighbourhood of Brent Cross Town. Premium lifestyle amenities include an exclusive wellness club with a pool, jacuzzis and state-of-the-art gym, all included in your rent. Surrounded by acres of park space to run, play and whoop in, just a speedy 15 minute commute from King's Cross St. Pancras. Check out Related Argent's other development: Author, N1C

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Ranked 1st out of 30 in Borough of Barnet

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The Draper, NW9

By Way of Life

4.98

(8 reviews)

The Draper is a brand new apartment complex managed by Way of Life, offering Studio, 1 bed, 2 bed and 3 bed apartments. Nestled within Beaufort Park, an established Northwest London neighbourhood, residents enjoy access to 25 acres of parkland, local restaurants and shops, plus travel to central London in as little as 20 minutes.

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Ranked 2nd out of 30 in Borough of Barnet

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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.

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Ranked 3rd out of 30 in Borough of Barnet

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UNCLE Colindale, NW9

By Uncle - Realstar Living

4.28

(16 reviews)

UNCLE Colindale is a modern residential development in North London, offering a range of pet-friendly apartments including studios, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom options. Each unit features high-spec kitchens and bathrooms, with the option of being furnished by BoConcept. Amenities include a 24/7 gym, co-working lounge, meeting spaces, and high-speed internet. It's conveniently located a minute from Colindale Underground Station, providing quick access to central London. The development also offers on-site parking and free bike storage, enhancing its appeal for urban living.

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Ranked 4th out of 30 in Borough of Barnet

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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.

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Ranked 5th out of 30 in Borough of Barnet

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Omid (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Draper, NW9

Apr 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Great building, excellent management, and a fantastic location

Omid (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Draper, NW9

Apr 2026

The development is excellent overall. The building is modern, well designed, and comes with great amenities that are genuinely useful day to day. The management team, especially Matt, Cameron, and Andrea, are outstanding, always responsive, helpful, and proactive. Maintenance and communication are handled efficiently, which makes a big difference to the overall experience. It feels like a well run and professionally managed place to live.

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

The area is very convenient with a great mix of shops, restaurants, and cafes nearby. There are also good open spaces and everything feels well connected with reliable transport links. The street itself is generally quiet and well maintained. Parking can occasionally be a bit limited, but overall it’s a very comfortable and pleasant place to live.

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

The management team has been excellent. They respond quickly and are always helpful and proactive in resolving any issues. Matt, Cameron, and Andrea in particular have been very supportive and easy to reach whenever needed.

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

Honestly, not much to flag. If anything, just that parking can sometimes be a bit limited, but everything else has been very smooth and positive.

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Patrick Dong Kyu (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Draper, NW9

Mar 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Excellent choice

Patrick Dong Kyu (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Draper, NW9

Mar 2026

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

One of the excellent apartments I've lived in among the ones tried in many different countries. Absolutely loving my new flat. 10 quick minites of walk to colindale station, super quite and cleam neighbor.

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

As soon as I let them know about the problem, they address it immediately.

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

I don't really have one so far. Everything seems so smooth at this apartment.

Manager response

Hi Patrick, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that The Draper stands out as one of the best places you’ve lived, especially given your experience across different countries—that really means a lot to us. It’s great to know that you’re enjoying the modern design, cosy feel, and overall quality of the apartments. We’re also really pleased that the smooth move-in experience and responsive service have made settling in so easy for you. Your kind words about the team are hugely appreciated. Matt, Delano, and Andrea will be thrilled to hear your feedback—it’s wonderful to know they’ve made such a positive impression and have been consistently helpful and approachable. We’re glad you’re enjoying the peaceful surroundings and convenient location, with Colindale station just a short walk away. Thank you again for your recommendation and for being part of The Draper community. If there’s ever anything you need, we’re always here to help. Warm regards,

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Cameron, General Manager

Apr 2026

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William M. (Tenant)

Unverified

The Draper, NW9

Mar 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Excellent Management.

William M. (Tenant)

Unverified

The Draper, NW9

Mar 2026

Actual Apartments Interior is incredible and built to a really high specification. I would say the only thing that I would change is the corridors, as the colours and carpet are not the most attractive, but everything else is next level and really is a delight. I have to say, the Property Management (Matt & Co) have been excellent. Any issues, a simple email and within less than 24 hours most of the time has been resolved so fast, which is a huge difference to previous rental accommodation.

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

Feels really safe, parking on site and everything you need within such a close proximity of Beaufort Park.

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

Washing Machine Flood - Fixed within 24 Hours. Extractor Fan Issues - Fixed within 24 Hours. Oyster Card Top Up - Almost Immediate Responses.

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

No, the team did a great job of communicating and managing expectations and being accommodating.

Manager response

Hi William, Thank you again for your thoughtful review of your experience at The Draper. We’re delighted to hear how much you’re enjoying the high-spec interiors and overall quality of the apartments—it’s great to know they’ve made such a strong impression. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the corridors. While we understand the design may not be to everyone’s taste, they were intentionally created to add character and a distinct identity to the building, setting The Draper apart from more traditional schemes. It’s fantastic to hear your comments about the management team. Matt and the wider team will be very pleased to know their responsiveness and efficiency have stood out, particularly with how quickly issues like the washing machine and extractor fan were resolved. Providing a fast and reliable service is something we pride ourselves on. We’re also glad you’re enjoying the sense of safety and the convenience of everything Beaufort Park has to offer. Thank you again for your recommendation and for being a valued part of The Draper community. Warm regards,

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Cameron, General Manager

Mar 2026

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William M. (Tenant)

Unverified

The Draper, NW9

Mar 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Excellent Management.

William M. (Tenant)

Unverified

The Draper, NW9

Mar 2026

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

Feels really safe, parking on site and everything you need within such a close proximity of Beaufort Park.

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

Washing Machine Flood - Fixed within 24 Hours. Extractor Fan Issues - Fixed within 24 Hours. Oyster Card Top Up - Almost Immediate Responses.

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

No, the team did a great job of communicating and managing expectations and being accommodating.

Manager response

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Cameron, General Manager

Mar 2026

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Martha (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Mar 2026

This is rated 1.00 out of 5.00.

Disappointing

Martha (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Mar 2026

The design is attractive on the surface, but it is ultimately very superficial. The finish throughout the flats looks modern at first, yet the materials and paint feel cheap, with walls, cabinets and other surfaces staining and marking extremely easily. It gives the impression that tenants are being set up to face deposit deductions simply because the property has been finished to a poor standard. Property management are polite enough when concerns are raised, but the real issue is that very little actually gets resolved. The same applies to the concierge team, who often come across more as gatekeepers than as people genuinely there to help residents. The parcel room has been especially badly handled, with parcels seemingly dumped anywhere rather than sorted properly, which has made it a constant frustration. The gym is another example of poor management. Despite repeated complaints, it is consistently too warm, and the air conditioning is so weak you can barely feel it unless you are standing directly underneath a vent. Staff do very little to keep the gym floor in order, so weights are often left on machines and equipment is not properly reset. Instead of managing the space, some staff seem more interested in standing around by the radiator, which is frankly ridiculous. If they are cold, they would be better off organising the gym floor and keeping the space in order. The so-called social spaces are also misleadingly presented. Residents are marketed these areas as amenities, only to find there is a 10pm cut-off and a charge of £150 for four hours even if you live here, which makes them impractical for any real social use. Concierge have even been caught napping in these spaces, which says a lot about the general level of professionalism. The organised social events are sometimes a nice idea in theory, but in practice they are poorly controlled and quickly turn into a chaotic children’s play area, making them something you avoid after experiencing one. Even the work-from-home space is disappointing, with internet so poor that basic Zoom calls and uploads are unreliable. Overall, the development looks good in photos, but the reality is cheap finishes, weak management and facilities that do not live up to what residents are promised.

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

Do not move here under any circumstances. This development is sold on a fantasy, not the reality. The area is dead, depressing and poorly served, with almost nothing open except a small Co-op. Reaching the shopping centre or Tesco means walking through underpasses and surrounding areas that feel unsafe and neglected. There is ongoing anti-social behaviour in the park, yet security seem completely ineffective. Transport is awful: trains to Brent Cross West are constantly cancelled, making commuting miserable, and the only fallback is a 20-minute walk to the Northern line through a rough and unwelcoming estate. The most offensive part is how aggressively this place is marketed to people who do not know London, as if this is “central London” and somehow acceptable. It is not. On top of that, residents have been strung along with empty promises about amenities that still have not opened. This place is misleading, overpriced and deeply disappointing. After speaking to multiple people, leasing is heavily to blame. *Name Removed* and *Name Removed* will say anything to close a deal.

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

Building management will listen and acknowledge concerns, but the main problem is that very little meaningful action follows. Issues are noted without being properly resolved, whether that is problems with the gym temperature, the parcel room chaos, poor internet in the work-from-home space, or the way shared amenities are managed. The overall pattern is one of polite but ineffective management, where residents raise the same complaints repeatedly without seeing real improvement.

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

I wish I had known how much of the development is style over substance. It looks impressive when you first view it, but the reality is cheap finishes, poor management, weak transport links, underwhelming local amenities and shared spaces that come with restrictions and extra charges. I also wish I had known how heavily the place is marketed in a way that makes the area and lifestyle sound far better than they really are. Also, the utility bills are incredibly high! You can not get out of them and there is a standing charge of £40 per month for heating. This is before you've even used anything.

Manager response

Dear Martha, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and concerns regarding your experience at The Maple. We are actively working to address the heat issues in the gym and recognise the importance of a comfortable environment for all residents. Our maintenance team is reviewing the air conditioning system and will continue to monitor the space to ensure improvements are made. All resident amenities are complimentary and accessible on a first come, first served basis, with the co-workspaces, sports simulation arena, lounges, podium gardens, gym and social games room available 24/7, whereas the roof terrace (restricted in the late evening through early morning) and the pool (6am to 12noon and 3pm to 9pm) have specific opening hours for safety and staff coverage. Additionally, there is fee should residents want exclusive hire or an amenity space which covers subsequent cleaning and maintenance. We are actively engaged with restaurants and retailers for Merchant Street, our new high street, which will soon feature a variety of new shops and dining options. In the meantime, Brent Cross Shopping Centre and brent Cross Retail park are just a short walk away and offer excellent shopping opportunities. We have been working to make Neighbourhood Square as vibrant as possible, which included its official opening in October 2025 attended by our residents, the Mayor of Barnet, and members of the local community. We are also excited to share that ongoing work to develop the local high street will see the introduction of new retail outlets and restaurants this year. Thank you again for your feedback. If you have any further concerns or suggestions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our management team directly. Kind regards, The Maple Management Team

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Margherita Tarallo, General Manager

Mar 2026

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