Edgware is a suburban town in northern Greater London, located less than 10 miles from Charing Cross. Spanning mainly the London Borough of Barnet with a small section falling within the London Borough of Harrow, Edgware has grown from an Anglo-Saxon settlement into a popular, well-connected residential area. With excellent schools, brilliant transport links, and plenty of green outdoor space on the doorstep, the town attracts families, young professionals and commuters alike.
So if you’re considering moving to Edgware, here are five things you need to know before making the move.
Edgware is great for families
One of the biggest draws for families moving to Edgware is the impressive range of schools across the Barnet catchment area. Of 50 primary schools in the area, an impressive 32 have received an ‘Outstanding’ rating from Ofsted, including local Edgware schools The Annunciation Catholic Infant School, Barnfield Primary School and Goldbeaters Primary School.
Secondary schools in the area also perform well. Mill Hill County High School, which makes regular appearances in the rankings of the top 50 state schools in the UK, has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, and London Academy (an all-through school offering primary, secondary and sixth form education) is well known for providing a supportive environment to its students.
For families seeking independent education, North London Collegiate for girls aged 4–18 and the prestigious Harrow School for boys aged 13–18 are both nearby. When it comes to further education, the Barnet and Southgate College Colindale Campus and Harrow College offer a wide range of academic courses, vocational qualifications and modern apprenticeships. Edgware residents also have easy access to London’s top universities, including the University of Westminster’s Harrow campus and the highly rated University College London (UCL).
Beyond education, the area is surrounded by green outdoor spaces perfect for family days out, including Edgwarebury Park, Canons Park, Stonegrove Park and Mill Hill Park – making Edgware a brilliant place to raise a family.
Edgware is great for commuters
If you need to travel into central London regularly for work, Edgware offers some of the best transport links in north London. Zone 5 Edgware underground station is the northern terminus for the Edgware branch of the Northern Line, meaning you’re almost guaranteed a seat on the tube. From Edgware station, you can be at Euston in 26 minutes or Leicester Square in around half an hour.
The area is also served by nearby Burnt Oak station on the Northern Line, plus Canons Park and Queensbury on the Jubilee Line. Mill Hill Broadway train station sits on the 24-hour Thameslink Line, with services to St Pancras International in less than 20 minutes.
Buses and road links
There are plenty of local bus routes connecting Edgware to the rest of north London, including the 79 towards Wembley and Alperton, the 340 to Harrow and the 113 from Edgware station to Oxford Circus in central London. Night buses such as the N5 towards Trafalgar Square and the N16 to Victoria make late-night travel straightforward too.
For drivers, the nearby M1, A1 and A41 provide easy access to the rest of London and the M25. Heathrow Airport is around 35 minutes’ drive away, with Luton Airport reachable by train in approximately 25 minutes.
There’s plenty to do in Edgware
Edgware offers no shortage of things to see and do, whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, cultural experiences or a great place to eat and shop.
Outdoor spaces and activities
Edgwarebury Park is a park offering sports facilities including cricket, football and tennis, a multi-sports court, an outdoor gym, play areas, a walking route and a café. Canons Park is another sprawling green space with lovely gardens and play areas, ideal for a sunny afternoon out. For something more adventurous, the nearby Moat Mount Outdoors Centre is a family-friendly 140-acre park with picnic areas, wooded walking trails and organised activities for all ages.
Arch Climbing Wall: Arch North is a popular indoor bouldering gym in Edgware with 11,000 sq ft of climbing surfaces and a contemporary design. It offers introductory lessons, children’s sessions, family lessons and new routes set every week for regular climbers.
Shopping, dining and entertainment
The Broadwalk Centre sits at the heart of Edgware, next to the tube station, and is home to around 40 retailers including Boots, WH Smiths, New Look and Costa Coffee, with over 1,100 parking spaces. Nearby Brent Cross Shopping Centre houses over 100 retailers including John Lewis, Zara and Apple.
Foodies are spoiled for choice in Edgware. Local favourites include B&K Salt Beef Bar for traditional Jewish delicacies, the stylish Turkish restaurant Izgara, and ITJL with its impressive brunch menu and vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and Halal options. High street chains like Nando’s, Starbucks and Café Nero are also well represented along Station Road and the town centre.
Given Edgware’s proximity to the famous Elstree Studios (home of British film and TV production), there are also a number of theatre groups and classes locally, such as Flash Music Theatre and OB1 International Theatre School.
Edgware is a safe and diverse community
Edgware is a multicultural town that is home to Jewish, Christian, Muslim and Hindu communities, giving the area a vibrant and welcoming feel. The town hosts a range of festivals and celebrations throughout the year, including a Kids Festival and a multi-faith Winter Festival.
When it comes to safety, Edgware’s family-friendly, suburban neighbourhoods have some of the lowest crime rates in London compared to the rest of the Metropolitan Police force area. The Met Police and local agencies work actively within both Barnet and Harrow boroughs.Â
House prices in Edgware
With an overall average property price of around £560,000, Edgware is one of the more affordable areas within both Barnet and Harrow. Housing stock is predominantly inter-war semi-detached properties, although newer developments such as Edgware Green and apartment complexes on Green Lane have sprung up in recent years – offering options for a range of budgets.
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