Highgate Area Guide

UK Area Guides

Highgate, North London

Exceptional4.3

Living in

Highgate sits on a hill overlooking London, and is one of the most desirable places to live in the world. A separate village until the late Victorian period, Highgate has retained its villagey feel, and continues to attract creatives and bohemians as it always has due to the rich cultural scene. Hampstead Heath is on your doorstep, and the area's shops, schools, and entertainment facilities are more than sufficient, but Central London is only a few minutes away. The area is popular with nearly everyone, from working couples to families to retirees. 

Ratings

Exceptional4.3

Community

Highgate is truly a London village, and it is beloved by its residents, who are active in local preservation efforts. There are numerous locally owned businesses and neighbourhood hangouts. There is a strong community social scene at places like The Red Lion & Sun and the Highgate Golf Club. Residents often run into people they know as they walk down the street. The area has good staying power.

Safety

Highgate is very safe. There are some instances of theft/burglary and antisocial behavior, but residents seem to feel safe, and at worst are annoyed by noisy youths. 

Parking

Visitors can often find free parking in Highgate because of the limited residential parking restrictions in the area. There is a car park at the Tube station, although the village is small enough that most walk. Significantly more Highgate residents own at least one car than the rest of Haringey.

Nightlife

Highgate is home to many well-liked restaurants, pubs, and bars. For proper nightlife, many younger residents head to Archway.

Family Friendly

Highgate is a truly family friendly area, with unrivalled access to green space and numerous excellent schools, both state and private, including the renowned Highgate School and Channing School for girls. Many of the local restaurants and shops cater to families and children. 

Pet Friendly

It's a good life for a dog in Highgate - absolutely vast green spaces, numerous pet boutiques, and lots of other people with dogs around. 

Transport

Highgate is on the Nothern Line at Highgate station (Zone 3) and Archway (Zone 2). There are numerous buses that run 24/7 into Central London and to palces like the Brent Cross Shopping Centre. The City is within a half hour's cycle - at least on the downhill journey there. By road, Highgate links to the A1 and the M1.