New Barnet, Greater London | Local Guide & Postcodes

About New Barnet

New Barnet is a suburb located in the London Borough of Barnet, within Greater London, England. It lies to the north of the capital and is part of the EN5 postcode area. The area features a mix of residential housing, local shops, and parks, providing a community atmosphere for its residents. The nearby Barnet High Street offers a variety of amenities, including cafes, restaurants, and supermarkets, making it convenient for daily needs.

Transport links in New Barnet are well established, with a railway station providing services to central London. This makes it an appealing location for commuters. The suburb also has several green spaces, such as the nearby Oak Hill Park, which offers recreational opportunities for families and individuals alike. Overall, New Barnet presents a practical living environment with access to both urban and suburban benefits.

School Ratings in New Barnet

There are 316 schools in and around New Barnet. 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 New Barnet

The average property price is £679K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £357K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in New Barnet

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across New Barnet, with 111 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in New Barnet

New Barnet sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in New Barnet

There are 44 GP surgeries within three miles of New Barnet, the nearest being East Barnet Health Centre (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for New Barnet

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Property Prices 4,290 sales

Average Price £679K

£500 , £75.45M

Detached £1.18M 568

Semi £740K 1,172

Terraced £585K 802

Flat £357K 1,509

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

164 Primary

47 Secondary

105 Other

Outstanding 3

Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the EN5 postcode area.

Lyonsdown School Not applicable 0.3 miles Brookhill Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.3 miles Beya Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles St Margaret's Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.4 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet Primary Good 0.5 miles Danegrove Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Cromer Road Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Pavilion Study Centre Not applicable 0.7 miles Livingstone Primary and Nursery School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles East Barnet School Secondary Good 0.8 miles Ark Pioneer Academy Secondary Outstanding 0.8 miles Church Hill School Primary Good 0.9 miles

Household Income in New Barnet ONS 2023

The average total household income in New Barnet is approximately £83,396 a year before tax, 51% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £55,523. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

New Barnet £83,396

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £55,523.

Businesses in New Barnet ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,441 active businesses based in New Barnet, around 62 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,441 Total businesses

62 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 94%

Small, 10-49 5%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in New Barnet IMD 2025

New Barnet sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation

7/10

Income

6/10

Employment

6/10

Education

8/10

Health

8/10

Housing

4/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 19%

Working age 63%

Older 65+ 18%

7,367 Children (0-15) 19%

25,083 Working Age 63%

7,075 Older (65+) 18%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.9% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households

Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in New Barnet 446 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

New Barnet sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 136

Anti-Social Behaviour 111

Vehicle Crime 47

Shoplifting 36

Burglary 27

Other Theft 27

Public Order 19

Drugs 12

Robbery 12

Other Crime 11

Theft from Person 6

Bicycle Theft 1

Weapons 1

Local Policing

Metropolitan Barnet Vale [email protected] Visit force website →

Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

New Barnet Train Station 0.3 miles

Oakleigh Park Train Station 0.4 miles

Hadley Wood Train Station 1.7 miles

New Southgate Train Station 2.4 miles

Winchmore Hill Train Station 3.2 miles

Grange Park Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Underhill 0.6 miles Oakleigh Park 0.6 miles East Barnet 0.9 miles Cockfosters 0.9 miles Barnet 1.2 miles Whetstone 1.2 miles Hadley Wood 1.2 miles Totteridge 1.4 miles Chipping Barnet 1.4 miles Hadley 1.4 miles High Barnet 1.4 miles Osidge 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Barnet

County Hertfordshire

Ward Barnet Vale

Constituency Chipping Barnet

Parish Barnet, unparished area

Region London

Home Ownership in New Barnet

Of the 16,113 households in and around New Barnet, 63% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 23% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 63% Social rented 14% Private rented 23%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering New Barnet.

Frequently Asked Questions about New Barnet

What is the population of New Barnet?

New Barnet has a population of approximately 39,536 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in New Barnet?

The average property in and around New Barnet sold for about £679,040, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 95% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is New Barnet a deprived area?

New Barnet sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover New Barnet?

New Barnet is covered by the EN5 postcode district.

How many schools are there in New Barnet?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of New Barnet, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to New Barnet?

The nearest railway station to New Barnet is New Barnet Train Station, about 0.3 miles away.

Streets in EN5 30 shown View all streets

Abbotts Road 1 Aitken Road 2 Alan Drive 3 Alice Close 1 Alston Road 5 Alston Works 1 Althorp Close 1 Amber Close 1 Approach Road 1 Argan Close 1 Argyle Road 1 Arkley Drive 1 Arkley Lane 2 Arkley Park 2 Artesian Grove 1 Bakers Hill 1 Barnet Bypass 1 Barnet FP06 1 Barnet Gate Lane 5 Barnet Hill 4 Barnet Lane 6 Barnet Road 22 Bath Place 2 Beaumont Place 1 Bedford Avenue 5 Belgravia Close 1 Bells Hill 11 Bentley Heath Lane 2 Bentley Way 3 Bishops Close 1

Postcodes in EN5 50 shown View all postcodes

EN5 1AA EN5 1AB EN5 1AD EN5 1AE EN5 1AF EN5 1AH EN5 1AL EN5 1AN EN5 1AP EN5 1AQ EN5 1AR EN5 1AS EN5 1AT EN5 1AU EN5 1AW EN5 1AY EN5 1AZ EN5 1BB EN5 1BD EN5 1BE EN5 1BG EN5 1BH EN5 1BN EN5 1BP EN5 1BS EN5 1BU EN5 1BW EN5 1BX EN5 1BY EN5 1BZ EN5 1DA EN5 1DB EN5 1DD EN5 1DE EN5 1DG EN5 1DH EN5 1DJ EN5 1DL EN5 1DN EN5 1DQ EN5 1DR EN5 1DU EN5 1DX EN5 1DZ EN5 1EA EN5 1EB EN5 1ED EN5 1EE EN5 1EF EN5 1EG

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