Enfield in North London is hugely appealing to buyers thanks to its small town feel and open spaces.
Links back into town are also good, with Overground and Underground services into central London.
But given the London property market has experienced something of a slowdown since the EU referendum of 2016, how are things looking now and what could you get for your money in this area of North London?
Property in the EN1, EN2 and EN3 core postcode areas have grown by 1.2% over the past 12 months, according to Dataloft Inform.
That's marginally higher than Greater London as a whole and even higher than the UK average of 1.1%.
Transactions across the UK have stalled, down by 5.6% in the past year, while Greater London has experienced a 9.2% drop in properties sold.
Enfield, though, has seen transactions fall by just 1.8% over the year, meaning people in the area are still buying and selling great properties despite any lingering economic and political uncertainty.
Semi-detached: £495,963
Terraced: £415,433
Flats / Apartments: £267,109
Houses for sale in Enfield
It's also close to Winchmore Hill station for 30-minute trains to Moorgate.
A typical example of Enfield's 1920s/1930s properties, this three-bedroom semi is on the market for under £400,000.
Flats for sale in Enfield
Close to Winchmore Hill station, the property is part of a modern development of homes close to Enfield Golf Club.
Links back into town are also good, with Overground and Underground services into central London.
But given the London property market has experienced something of a slowdown since the EU referendum of 2016, how are things looking now and what could you get for your money in this area of North London?
House prices in Enfield
While some parts of London have experienced a drop in property prices over the past two-and-a-half years, Enfield's house prices have been underpinned by its popularity.Property in the EN1, EN2 and EN3 core postcode areas have grown by 1.2% over the past 12 months, according to Dataloft Inform.
That's marginally higher than Greater London as a whole and even higher than the UK average of 1.1%.
Transactions across the UK have stalled, down by 5.6% in the past year, while Greater London has experienced a 9.2% drop in properties sold.
Enfield, though, has seen transactions fall by just 1.8% over the year, meaning people in the area are still buying and selling great properties despite any lingering economic and political uncertainty.
Average prices by property type in Enfield
Detached: £650,221Semi-detached: £495,963
Terraced: £415,433
Flats / Apartments: £267,109
Property for sale in Enfield
The Enfield area is best known for its 1920s, 1930s and Victorian period homes, although newer flats and apartments in the area are also popular with investors and young professional buyers and renters.Houses for sale in Enfield
At the higher end of the Enfield budget, this large four-bedroom property is close to Edmonton County High School and has been finished to an extremely high standard.
A typical example of Enfield's 1920s/1930s properties, this three-bedroom semi is on the market for under £400,000.
Featuring two reception rooms, off-street parking and easy access to the A10 into central London, it's also close to the 'Good'-rated Bishop's Stopford's School.
Flats for sale in Enfield
If you're looking for a modern, airy apartment with parking and good train links then this two-bedroom property could be a great option.
Close to Winchmore Hill station, the property is part of a modern development of homes close to Enfield Golf Club.
Alternatively, this two-bedroom flat close to Bush Hill station comes with a lovely communal garden space and is part of a gated development close to major amenities.
Renting in Enfield
More than 60% of properties let in Enfield over the past 12 months were flats, with an average rent of £1,111.Larger detaced properties averaged £1,999 per month, while semi-detached houses (£1,597) and terraced homes (£1,371) were are also popular with tenants seeking good space and great transport links.
Estate agents in Enfield
Ellis & Co has been selling, renting and managing properties in Enfield for more than 35 years, with the current team’s experience a combined 75 years in the local area.If you are thinking of buying or renting in Enfield, chat to one of the team who will be able to give you an even more detailed run-down on the local market.
