Why Enfield is a Good Place for First-Time Property Investors

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This article is aimed at property investors in London and explains why Enfield is an excellent starting point for those looking to invest in the housing market.

There’s a breakdown of the area’s current property prices as at summer 2025. Both sales and rental properties are showing rises year on year and this is likely to continue, due to Enfield’s excellent transport connections and the fact that it is close to the countryside.

It concludes with the landlord services which award-winning estate agent Anthony Pepe offers.

The north London borough of Enfield does have some expensive streets, but it still has many investment opportunities and is cheaper than many parts of London. This article explains why the area is such an attractive proposition for anyone considering buy-to-let in 2025.

Anthony Pepe – a Leading Lettings Agent in Enfield

If you are a would-be property investor you can contact us on 020 8366 3551 or just pop into our Enfield branch at 47 Windmill Hill, Enfield. Remember we also offer other estate agent services in Enfield – we can help if you are looking for a house to buy or sell as well as rent.

Enfield, London in 2025

The average house price in Enfield in May this year was £470,000, according to the Government’s own figures, which is around 3.6% higher than the 2024 figure. However, the average property price across the whole of London was almost £100,000 higher (at £566,000).

The average monthly private rent in Enfield currently stands at just over £1,700, according to the Office for National Statistics – an 11% increase on the 2024 figure. Again, that is still under the £2,250 monthly average for the whole of London.

All these figures suggest that the Enfield rental market offers some excellent potential for anyone interested in investing in property as a buy-to-let, as it offers a significantly lower entry point than many other parts of the capital; and demand is likely to continue for a number of reasons listed below.

Enfield Transport Connections, August 2025

Some parts of Enfield are particularly popular with commuters, particularly those who don’t fancy driving (although the A10, the M25 and the North Circular all run through the borough).

You can get from Enfield Town station to London Liverpool Street in around 35 minutes (there are two services per hour). Enfield Chase station to Moorgate is around a 30-minute journey.

And while there isn't a direct underground line that runs through the centre of the borough, several areas on its southern and eastern edges can be accessed via the Piccadilly line, which has stations at Arnos Grove, Southgate, Oakwood and Cockfosters (the last stop on the line, going north).

The Green Spaces That Add to Enfield’s Investment Appeal

These connections mean that it’s easy to commute into more central parts of the capital while enjoying the benefits of a more rural lifestyle. There are plenty of parks and green spaces across the borough, ranging from Broomfield Park and Grovelands Park in Southgate, Jubilee Park in Edmonton, and Trent Country Park in Cockfosters.

And the northern part of the borough borders the rural county of Hertfordshire. Specifically, Hadley Wood in north-west Enfield is particularly close to the countryside.

And Enfield's eastern border is formed by the Lee Valley Regional Park, which is a 26-mile-long park that stretches from London up into Hertfordshire and Essex. This area is a mix of reservoirs, wetlands, and open spaces that are a haven for wildlife and provide a strong feeling of being in the countryside, despite being on London's doorstep.

Other Major Reasons Enfield Attracts Investors

Enfield’s main high street offers a growing selection of independent cafés and restaurants, and not just English cuisine. Turkey, Greece and Italy are all well represented. Sports and Leisure: Lee Valley offers water sports and cycling routes, while there are plenty of local golf clubs to choose from.

Parts of the borough are undergoing significant regeneration, particularly in areas like Meridian Water in Upper Edmonton (also close to Lee Valley). These large-scale projects involve the development of new homes, commercial spaces, and improved infrastructure which is expected to boost property values and increase the borough's desirability, which is a major draw for investors seeking capital growth.

FAQs

1: What are the key considerations for property investment in Enfield and other London boroughs regarding renting out their buy-to-let property?

The first step for all buy-to-let landlords is to contact the council. Enfield Council has a selective licensing scheme in many of the borough's wards. If you plan to rent out a property in one of these designated areas, you will need to obtain a licence from them.

The council may also be able to offer financial assistance to some landlords – which is another benefit if you qualify.

2. What are my main responsibilities as a landlord in Enfield?

As a landlord you must have a valid safety certificate, electrical installation condition reports and an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) with a rating of E or above. There must also be smoke alarms on every floor of the property, and a carbon monoxide alarm in any room with a solid fuel-burning appliance. This applies to all rented properties in the UK.

You must ensure the property is in a good state of repair and free from hazards. This includes maintaining the structure and exterior of the building, and ensuring heating, hot water, and sanitation systems are working correctly.

You must also provide a valid tenancy agreement and protect the tenant's deposit in a government-backed scheme.

3. For investors, which properties in Enfield offer a good rental yield?

Rental yields in Enfield in 2025 are generally considered good for London. While the overall average is around 3.4%, some areas can offer a letting yield of up to 6%.

Some of the areas with the best rental yields are often to be found in the east of the borough, such as the Edmonton area.

More generally, flats and maisonettes in Enfield have an affordable entry point and a strong rental market, particularly for young professionals and couples. They often provide higher rental yields than larger homes, although demand for terraced properties and detached and semi-detached houses remains high.

Anthony Pepe welcomes enquiries from all first-time property investors in London. We can help you along the path to becoming a landlord as we have more than 30 years’ experience in the sector. We offer you the choice of a fully managed service, a rent collection service or let-only.

For more information on what you usually get in each category, follow this link. However we would be more than happy to tailor the service to meet your individual needs; we offer our landlords complete flexibility.