Estate & Letting Agents In Enfield

Schools in Enfield are generally good, with 16 schools in the borough rated outstanding by Ofsted. The renowned Enfield Grammar school, established in 1558, is actually a comprehensive school with excellent academic success.

There are too many schools in Enfield to list them all. Click here to view and compare the performance and rating of all schools in Enfield.

Enfield benefits from excellent transport options both into London and out to surrounding towns and cities.

• By train: There are six London Overground stations in Enfield; Bush Hill, Edmonton Green, Enfield Town, Silver Street, Southbury, and Turkey Street. Travel time to Liverpool Street is around 35 minutes. Enfield is served by National Rail Great Northern services, which stops at eight stations within the borough. Enfield Chase to Moorgate also takes around 35 minutes.
• By tube: The borough has four tube stations, all on the Piccadilly Line; Arnos Grove, Southgate, Oakwood, and Cockfosters. All stations are in Zone 5.
• By bus: Transport for London operates 36 bus routes in Enfield, plus seven school bus routes and three night–bus services.
• By road: Enfield has easy access to the M25, making it just a short drive to desirable places in Hertfordshire, like St Albans and Epping Forest.

Find out more options for transport in the Enfield area here.

Enfield’s retail options include the Palace Gardens Shopping Centre and the Palace Exchange, both located in Enfield Town, which both contain major retailers including M&S, Next, H&M, River Island and TK Maxx – alongside various specialty shops.

The bustling Church Street and London Road form two key avenues for shopping at the heart of Enfield Town, including numerous establishments, while the A10 Great Cambridge Road corridor hosts several retail parks including the Enfield Retail Park with big-box stores and furniture outlets.

Beyond the town centre, you’ll find Edmonton Green Shopping Centre to the south of the borough, with numerous market stalls and everyday retailers. Southgate’s high street includes upscale boutiques and dining options, while Palmers Green and Winchmore Hill feature charming parades of local shops. The historic Hertford Road in Enfield Highway and Ponders End provides even more places to shop.

There are two beautiful country parks in Enfield. Trent Park provides miles and miles of relaxing walks amidst serene fields and enchanting woodland. For adventure seekers, there is an added bonus of a Go Ape. Forty Hall Country Park has a grade 1 listed manor house set in beautiful gardens. Explore the museum and gardens and relax in the family-run Nice Green Café. There is also a petting farm on the estate for younger family members.

There is a surprisingly good art and culture scene in Enfield. The Dugdale Centre contains a small theatre with various shows throughout the year and a small bar, perfect for pre and post-theatre drinks. The Museum of Enfield, located in the centre, is one of the best local museums in London.

If you enjoy eating out, Enfield has its fair share of chain restaurants like Prezzo, Nandos and Cafe Rouge and a whole load of independent restaurants of different cuisines.

Enfield has plenty of other entertainment options, including two cinemas, a trampoline park, indoor karting and soft play centres for the kids.

Enfield offers numerous noteworthy locations to explore, from expansive parklands to buildings with considerable historical significance.

• Forty Hall Estate: A Grade I listed Jacobean mansion set within beautiful grounds, dating back to 1632. The hall houses exhibitions on local history and hosts regular events throughout the year.
• Myddelton House Gardens: Eight acres of botanical gardens created by E.A. Bowles, featuring unusual plants, a Victorian kitchen garden, and a conservatory.
• Trent Country Park: Over 400 acres of meadows, lakes, woodland and historical sites, perfect for walking and wildlife watching.
• Whitewebbs Museum of Transport: Located in a Victorian pumping station, this museum displays vintage vehicles, motorcycles and memorabilia.
• Enfield Market: Trading since 1303, this traditional market operates four days a week and forms an important part of the borough’s heritage.
• Capel Manor Gardens: More than 60 gardens and landscapes set within historic grounds, showcasing different gardening styles and techniques.
• Enfield Town Park: A well-maintained green space featuring a lake, ornamental gardens, sports facilities, and a children’s playground.
• The New River: A 400-year-old artificial waterway constructed to bring fresh water from Hertfordshire to London, offering pleasant walking paths.
• Jubilee Park: A large open space with sports pitches, tennis courts and children’s play areas, popular with local families.
• Broomfield Park: A historic park with ornamental gardens, a conservatory, tennis courts, and remnants of the old Broomfield House.

Enfield offers an assorted range of housing styles spanning several centuries. The eastern parts feature Victorian terraces and early 20th-century homes, while the western areas showcase more substantial Edwardian and interwar detached and semi-detached houses. Throughout the borough, you’ll find post-war estates, 1960s and 70s purpose-built flats, and more recent apartment blocks near transport links. The Highlands Village development, built on the former psychiatric hospital grounds, presents a notable collection of converted Grade II listed buildings alongside new builds.

The most sought-after addresses can be found in Hadley Wood, where substantial detached houses sit on large plots, and in the Grange Park area with its grand Edwardian properties. The Lakes Estate in Southgate features well-maintained 1930s houses, while Bush Hill Park and Winchmore Hill contain leafy streets lined with period family homes that hold their value well.

House prices in Enfield have averaged £545K over the past year. Terraced homes were the most commonly sold property in the area, going for around £512K, while semis went for considerably more at £719K. The cheapest properties to buy are flats, which sell for around £329K according to recent figures. All that said, experienced estate agents in Enfield can help you sell your home for considerably more.

Take a look at recent house price data here.