Why Winchmore Hill is a Great Place to Move to for Families

Winchmore Hill is a great place to move to for up-and-coming professionals who want to get on the property ladder, but what if you have a family? Here Anthony Pepe, a leading estate agent in Winchmore Hill, look at the advantages this North London suburb offers for young people with children.

The Schools

There are plenty of choices when it comes to selecting a school for your son or daughter. There are four State primary schools in the district, and another three secondaries.

All three secondaries (Highlands School, Winchmore School, and Ashmole Academy) have their own sixth forms, so there’s a pathway straight to university. They have also received good reports from Ofsted – Highlands is currently rated ‘Outstanding’, and Winchmore School and Ashmole Academy ‘Good.’

If you’d prefer to go private, then there are two independent middle schools (Grange Park and Keble preparatory schools) and one independent secondary (Palmers Green High School, for girls).

And if you have younger children, then there are three nurseries or pre-schools in the district – Woodberry Day Nursery, Winchmore Hill Day Nursery and Pre-School, and Winchmore Hill House Children’s Nursery and Pre-School.

The Health Services

There are two GP surgeries - The Winchmore Hill and the Woodberry practices, which are both located on Green Lanes, in the heart of the district. So your children’s health (as well as your own) should be well looked after.

The nearest hospital is the North Middlesex University Hospital, which is part of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. It is located in Sterling Way, Enfield, and serves the boroughs of Enfield and Haringey.

The Other Facilities

Your children will find plenty to do in Grovelands Park, which, although it is Grade II* listed, has plenty of activities for younger and older children alike (including age-specific playgrounds). They can play tennis, basketball or pitch and putt golf, or go fishing on its lake.

And the Firs Farm nature reserve on the edge of the district is well worth a visit if you have children. There are dedicated play areas and plenty of information boards, so your son or daughter can enjoy themselves – and learn something about nature as well.

Sporting Chances

There’s plenty of opportunity for your children to stay active via the various sports clubs in the area. Winchmore Hill Sports Club, which is based at The Paulin Ground in Ford's Grove, has plenty of youth sessions if they want to take up a new sport or improve an existing one. The club’s hockey, football and tennis teams all have thriving junior sections.

And if your son or daughter has any excess energy, why not take them along to the Grovelands Park Parkrun on a Saturday morning?

If you’d like any more information about Winchmore Hill, you can check out our site’s area guide here.

The Local Property Market

Streets such as Broad Walk, Green Dragon Lane, Vicars Moor Lane, and Old Park Ridings are particularly popular with families. These roads offer spacious period homes, generous gardens, and close proximity to good schools and parks. For rentals, Hoppers Road and The Green offer a mix of family homes and converted flats with access to amenities and transport links.

Grange Park and Winchmore Hill Green are selling especially well. These areas are consistently in high demand due to their ‘villagey’ feel, school catchments, and the fact that Winchmore Hill station is nearby.

Larger family homes in Winchmore Hill typically cost between £950,000 and £1.5million, depending on the street, size, and condition. At Anthony Pepe, we’ve seen a steady upward trend in prices over the past 12 months, driven by strong demand from buyers moving out of more central London locations in search of more space and greenery.

For rental properties, a three-bedroom house typically rents for between £3,300 and £3,800 per month, while a two-bedroom flat usually falls in the £1,600-£2,000 range. Prices can vary depending on property condition and proximity to transport and schools.

At present, our activity in the Winchmore Hill area is split roughly 80% sales to 20% lettings. Both sectors remain busy, but the sales market has been particularly strong due to high levels of buyer interest from families and professionals.

It looks like this summer will be a good time to buy or rent a property in Winchmore Hill, with more interest rate falls predicted in the coming months, making mortgages that much more affordable.

The rental market in the area has remained strong, particularly for buy-to-let investors; the Office for National Statistics says that the rental market in Enfield (which includes Winchmore Hill) has seen an increase of just under 12% in average private rents in the year to May 2025.

Anthony Pepe – Estate Agents in Winchmore Hill

We score consistently highly on online surveys and ratings platforms; our professionalism, approachability, and extensive local knowledge of the market mean you can rely on us for excellent customer service.

Anthony Pepe director Charlie Perdios says: "I've been working with families in North London for decades, and there's a reason we're so passionate about Winchmore Hill. It offers that rare blend of a genuine village atmosphere within a vibrant city. It's not just about the beautiful houses; it's about the life that fills them.

It’s knowing where to get the best Sunday roast, which parks are best for a kickabout with your son or daughter, and seeing familiar, friendly faces every day. It’s a place where you don’t just live—you belong. We take immense pride in not just finding someone a house here, but welcoming them to the community."

Our Palmers Green office is right next door to Winchmore Hill – so if you are interested in moving into the area, call 020 8882 6567 or email palmersgreen@anthonypepe.com. This applies whether you are buying, renting or letting out, or have a house for sale or rent in Winchmore Hill. Our experienced team is here to help - tailoring our services to meet your needs.