Haringey · London

Living in Muswell Hill

Muswell Hill sits in the comfortable middle — enough going on without the weekend chaos. Crime perception here is among the best we track.

Average to buy
£700k
Average rent (2-bed)
£2050/mo
vs London average
+27%
Est. to central London
~35 min
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How Muswell Hill scores

Safety9/10
Schools9/10
Parks & green space8/10
Transport5/10
Diversity & inclusion7/10
LGBTQ+ friendly7/10
Buzz & nightlife5/10

On your doorstep

Day to day, Muswell Hill gives you a Lidl or Aldi, 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 Lidl or Aldi✓ 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, Muswell Hill tends to work best for families prioritising schools and safety.

The money side

QuestionRough answer
Buying (average)£700k — 27% above the London average of £553k
Renting a 2-bed≈ £2050 per month
Indicative household income to buy≈ £140k (10% deposit, 4.5× lending)
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Common questions

Is Muswell Hill a good place to live?

It depends what you need: Muswell Hill scores 9/10 for safety, 9/10 for schools and 5/10 for transport. It tends to suit families prioritising schools and safety.

How much does a home in Muswell Hill cost in 2026?

Around £700k on average to buy (27% above the London average) and roughly £2050 a month to rent a two-bed. As a rule of thumb, buying at that price typically needs a household income around £140k with a 10% deposit.

Is Muswell Hill well connected?

Muswell Hill scores 5/10 for transport; a typical door-to-door journey to central London is roughly 35 minutes.

Nearby alternatives

Crouch End£660k avg · safety 8/10Highgate£800k avg · safety 9/10Wood Green£465k avg · safety 5/10
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