Camden/Haringey · London

Living in Highgate

Highgate sits in the comfortable middle — enough going on without the weekend chaos. Crime perception here is among the best we track. Green space is a genuine strength rather than a token park.

Average to buy
£800k
Average rent (2-bed)
£2350/mo
vs London average
+45%
Est. to central London
~28 min
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How Highgate scores

Safety9/10
Schools9/10
Parks & green space9/10
Transport7/10
Diversity & inclusion6/10
LGBTQ+ friendly8/10
Buzz & nightlife5/10

On your doorstep

Day to day, Highgate gives you a big supermarket (Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda or Morrisons), a Waitrose or M&S, gyms, barbers, beauticians, veggie & vegan spots, churches, a synagogue, a big park and a pool or leisure centre.

✓ a big supermarket (Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda or Morrisons)✓ a Waitrose or M&S✓ gyms✓ barbers✓ beauticians✓ veggie & vegan spots✓ churches✓ a synagogue✓ a big park✓ a pool or leisure centre

Who it suits

Based on its profile, Highgate tends to work best for families prioritising schools and safety; LGBTQ+ residents looking for a visibly welcoming area; runners, dog-walkers and green-space lovers.

The money side

QuestionRough answer
Buying (average)£800k — 45% above the London average of £553k
Renting a 2-bed≈ £2350 per month
Indicative household income to buy≈ £160k (10% deposit, 4.5× lending)
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Common questions

Is Highgate a good place to live?

It depends what you need: Highgate scores 9/10 for safety, 9/10 for schools and 7/10 for transport. It tends to suit families prioritising schools and safety.

How much does a home in Highgate cost in 2026?

Around £800k on average to buy (45% above the London average) and roughly £2350 a month to rent a two-bed. As a rule of thumb, buying at that price typically needs a household income around £160k with a 10% deposit.

Is Highgate well connected?

Highgate scores 7/10 for transport; a typical door-to-door journey to central London is roughly 28 minutes.

Nearby alternatives

Crouch End£660k avg · safety 8/10Muswell Hill£700k avg · safety 9/10Kentish Town£700k avg · safety 6/10
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