Barnet on the map
Built-up area66.1 km² (25.5 sq mi)
Location in Greater LondonBarnet sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Barnet
In Greater London, Barnet is a town. Local addresses use the EN postcode area, which covers 2 postcode districts. Neighbouring places include Ducks Island and Underhill.
Around 66,153 people live in Barnet, at a broadly suburban density. The age profile is older than the national average, with a larger share of residents over 60. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Barnet sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Barnet
Families in Barnet have access to 294 local schools. Whitings Hill Primary School, Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet and Ark Pioneer Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barnet
Homes sell for an average of £705K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £389K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barnet
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barnet, with 91 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barnet
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barnet around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Barnet
There are 36 GP surgeries within three miles of Barnet, the nearest being Longrove Surgery (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Barnet
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Property Prices 7,242 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the EN5 postcode area.
Household Income in Barnet ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barnet is approximately £83,271 a year before tax, 51% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £54,939. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £54,939.
Businesses in Barnet ONS 2025
There are approximately 4,067 active businesses based in Barnet, around 61 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 26 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Barnet IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Barnet are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Barnet 404 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Barnet is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Barnet
Of the 26,321 households in and around Barnet, 65% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 23% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barnet.