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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Very Good

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Average

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Disappointing

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2.6%

Best places to live in Borough of Barnet

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The Draper, NW9

By Way of Life

4.46

(33 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 1st out of 30 in Borough of Barnet

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The Maple, NW2

By Related Argent

4.31

(45 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.

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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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Jes B (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Sept 2026

This is rated 2.00 out of 5.00.

Ignore the flashy adds.

Jes B (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Sept 2026

The development itself is beautiful, I'll give them that. But you definitely pay for it. The actual finish of the flats is not the best if I'm honest. Everything stains as soon as you touch it, walls, cabinets, etc. That aside, and this is what impacts my value score the most, it is not value for money. The rents they ask for, when factored in with standing charge for utilities (Extortionately high), and the price you pay for travelcards, quickly make it not worth it. You get a pool and a gym on site. Great on paper. In practice, also dissapointing. The gym, not only for residents, very frequently hosts non residents from other buildings because of a "side deal", even though it is advertised as maple only. That aside, it's not big enough to host other people, something I only realised recently. The gym itself, has gone through phases. The gym is frequently in disaray, as no one seems to actually be maintaining it even though its staffed all the time. The other thing is that the environment is uncomfortable to work out in. The air is always stale and has no adequate ventilation. Recently they seem to have discovered how to boost the AC and drop the temperature, which has made a positive change to the usual stale and warm air that I have come accustomed to!! Although I have no faith that they'll keep it up, seeing how quickly things deteriorate around here. The pool, lovely, when it works. When it does though there is no crowd control especially when it comes to children. They should really implement quite hours only for adults in the majority of the schedule as unless you are a parent of 10, it's unlikely you'll enjoy it.

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

The area is in all fairness a construction site.... if you venture outside the construction site then you hit a park filled with council house folk that have their children running all over the place, creating a genuine threat to the residence. Bikes, gangs etc. Absolutely unsafe, and gets even worse when it gets dark. No bars, no restaurants, no nothing. Together with other people we have been openly lied to by the sales team when we moved in on how quickly the area would develop. I would not trust anything leasing says.

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

Nop, flagged multiple times to conierge, nothing seems to change.

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

That I had to endure children everywhere I go, including areas where they are supposidly not allowed.

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Sarah K (Tenant)

Verified Resident

707 High Road, N12

Sept 2026

This is rated 1.00 out of 5.00.

Good Building, Very Disappointing Management

Sarah K (Tenant)

Verified Resident

707 High Road, N12

Sept 2026

The building itself looks relatively modern and well-designed, and from an appearance and facilities perspective, it initially gives the impression of being a relatively new and well-maintained development. The communal areas and facilities are generally good, and the overall design of the property is appealing. However, in my experience, the biggest weakness is the property management and the lack of effective, timely maintenance. The response to maintenance issues is often slow, and problems that should be dealt with promptly can remain unresolved for an unreasonable amount of time. One of the most significant examples is the main passenger lift, which has repeatedly experienced breakdowns and periods of being out of service. On one occasion approximately two months ago, the lift was out of service for around 21 days. This created a serious accessibility problem for residents living on the higher floors, who were left with no option but to use the stairs. For elderly residents and people with mobility difficulties, accessing their homes in these circumstances can be extremely difficult and, in some cases, practically impossible. Another concern is the lack of a consistently present on-site property manager. There does not appear to be someone regularly available at the property to deal with residents' concerns, monitor the building, or respond to urgent issues. This also raises concerns about security and the general management of the building. Communication with the management company is another major area that needs improvement. Residents are largely expected to report issues by email, while telephone contact is either unavailable or not answered reliably. Even when issues are reported by email, responses are often not provided within a reasonable timeframe. This makes it particularly frustrating when dealing with problems that require prompt attention. The vehicle entrance and parking gate is another recurring issue. The gate regularly becomes faulty or stops working properly, and it can take a considerable amount of time before the management company arranges for it to be repaired. As a result, the parking entrance has sometimes been left open, including overnight, without adequate security. Given that this is a recurring maintenance problem, it creates unnecessary security concerns for residents and their vehicles. Overall, the building has good potential. Its modern design, appearance and facilities are positive aspects, but these advantages are significantly undermined by poor property management. The recurring lift failures, slow response to maintenance, unreliable communication, lack of consistent on-site management, and repeated problems with the parking gate all suggest that the building is not being managed and maintained to the standard residents should reasonably expect. The building itself may look modern, but effective property management is just as important as the appearance of the building. Unfortunately, this is where my experience has been particularly disappointing.

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The range and accessibility of local shops, bars, and public transport are good, making the location convenient for day-to-day living. However, the property management company responsible for the building is very poor, and this has resulted in several ongoing issues. The bin room door is frequently damaged and does not close properly, allowing unpleasant smells to spread into the communal areas and, at times, into the lower-floor flats. Despite there being empty parking spaces available, residents are asked to pay an additional £100 per month for parking, on top of what are already unreasonably high and frequently increasing rental prices. The property is also situated directly on a busy main road, so street noise can be a significant issue, particularly at night. Emergency vehicles and other service vehicles regularly pass by with sirens, and the noise can be loud enough to disturb your sleep. Overall, while the location itself is convenient, the poor management, additional parking costs, persistent communal-area issues, and considerable traffic noise significantly affect the overall living experience.

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

The building management has generally been slow to respond to problems and maintenance issues I have reported. Communication is mainly handled through email, with limited or unreliable phone support, and responses often take longer than would be reasonably expected. Even when issues are acknowledged, repairs can take a considerable amount of time to resolve, with recurring problems such as the lift and parking gate remaining a particular concern. Overall, I feel that issues are dealt with reactively rather than being properly addressed and prevented from recurring.

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

I wish I had known how frequently maintenance and management issues occur before moving in. The building looks modern and well-maintained during a viewing, but some of the ongoing issues are not immediately apparent. In particular, recurring lift breakdowns, problems with the parking gate, slow responses from the property management company, and the lack of a consistently available on-site manager can have a significant impact on day-to-day living. I would recommend that prospective residents ask specifically about the building's maintenance history, lift reliability, parking arrangements, and how quickly the management company responds to reported issues. Also, if you are sensitive to noise, spend some time around the building at different times of day, as the main road can be considerably noisier than it may seem during a typical viewing.

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John S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Sept 2026

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

Good

John S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Sept 2026

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

Amazing staff especially the receptionists, very prompt response to any repairs or matters! Facilities are great but maintainence has been more frequent. Used to have antisocial behaviour but it is now all under control. More restaurants and shops coming in which makes it more vibrant.

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

Prompt response and active listening, mostly done on the same day

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

Think of your travel time, but couldn’t complain based on everything else

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Resident (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Sept 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Beautiful, safe and friendly!! 👏🏻

Resident (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Sept 2026

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

Transport is easily accessible and I'm excited for more shops to open near by! Ideally I like to be more in the centre of London but the complex is so beautiful it makes up for it!

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

Yes always. I had alarm issues and those were sorted within a few days. Really good service!

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

I expected a few more coffee shops and restaurants to have opened by now but that's about it! Very happy otherwise!

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Dean I (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Sept 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Amenity Rich, Modern and Well Managed Development

Dean I (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Maple, NW2

Sept 2026

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

Up and coming area with amazing amenities and a brilliant concierge / management team. Safe with great transport nodes and immediate access to really nice parks and coffee shops.

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

Anything reported is dealt with timeously and effectively.

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

I wouldn’t have minded knowing if there was central air conditioning in the building.

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