The Location
Dixon Gardens highly desirable N8 postcode offers the perfect blend of urban living and neighbourhood charm. With superb transport links to the City and West End, Moorgate is only a short 20 minute train ride away. A network of cycle routes makes commuting by bike and weekend cycling a pleasure.
Occupying a prime position within the historic Hillfield Conservation Area, the surrounding milieu offers a charming mix of beautifully preserved Edwardian and Victorian architecture.
Crouch End
It’s no surprise that Crouch End tops the polls of the best places to live in London*. With its thriving cultural, foodie and artistic scene, this delightful neighbourhood has a village feel and is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and welcoming spirit. Occupying a prime position within the historic Hillfield Conservation Area, the surrounding environment offers a charming mix of beautifully preserved Edwardian and Victorian architecture.
Culture, Dining And Creativity
Dotted with independent boutiques, cafes and restaurants, Crouch End is a hotspot for professionals, creatives, and families - and a haven for an ever-growing list of celebrities. The cultural scene boasts live music venues, theatres, independent cinemas and art galleries. Crouch End ArtHouse and Picturehouse cinema show a fantastic selection of independent films, blockbusters and special screenings.
Excellent Schools For All Ages
For families, Crouch End offers access to a range
of superb primary and secondary schools. These
include the highly regarded Coleridge
School, St Peter-in-Chains RC School,
St Gilda’s RC School, Rokesly
School, and St Aidan’s School - all of
which are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’.
Secondary options such as Highgate Woods
School and Hornsey School for Girls are known
for their strong academic and extracurricular
programmes.
Independent options include Channing School
and Highgate School, offering education from
3-18 years.
Vibrant Community And A Village Feel
Regular farmers’ markets, festivals and local events enhance the friendly atmosphere and sense of community that Crouch End is famous for. Just a stone’s throw away, Highgate and Muswell Hill offer additional dining, shopping and cultural pleasures.
Green Spaces In The City
For those who love the outdoors, Crouch End offers an abundance of green spaces beyond the stunningly landscaped gardens of Dixon Gardens. Priory Park, with its playground and cafe, is a family favourite for Crouch End residents. Parkland Walk - a serene, tree-lined trail stretching to Finsbury Park - is perfect for walking, jogging, or cycling. A short walk away, Alexandra Park offers panoramic views of London and hosts year-round events, from live music to food festivals. The ancient woodlands in Queen’s Woods and Highgate Woods offer a delightful escape from the bustle of city life.
Leisure And Fitness
Park Road Pools and Fitness, and Virgin Active
both provide both swimming pools, gyms and a
huge range of fitness classes. Hampstead Heath
is perfect for picnics, walks, a run, or a swim in
the famous ponds. More outdoor swimming is
available at Hornsey and Parliament Hill.
Cricket and tennis fans can enjoy the facilities at
Crouch End Playing Fields, Coolhurst Tennis and
Squash Court and Highgate Cricket and Lawn
Tennis Club.
Schools
- Alexandra Park School
- Channing School
- Coleridge School
- Highgate School
- Hornsey School for Girls
- Highgate Woods School
- Muswell Hill School
- North London Rudolf Steiner School
- Rokesly School
- St Mary’s CE School
- St Mary’s Church of England School
- Weston Park School
Parks
- Alexandra Park
- Highgate Wood
- Parkland Walk
- Priory Park
- Stationers Park
- Queen’s Woods
Airports By Public Transport
- Heathrow Airport (1 hr 30 mins)
- London Gatwick Airport (1 hr 20 mins)
- London Luton Airport (1 hr 20 mins)
- London Stansted Airport (1 hr 20 mins)
- London City Airport (1 hr 15 mins)
* Source: Sunday Times Best Places to Live in London 2023
