EnfieldZone 5

Living in Enfield Town

Outer-north market-town living with Overground links, lower rents, and a slower residential feel.

1-bed rent

£1,250/mo

2-bed rent

£1,650/mo

Transport zone

Zone 5

Fastest commute

~33 min

Transport from Enfield Town

Enfield Town

Overground

Enfield Town is served by the Overground.

Commute times from Enfield Town

Estimated commute times to major London destinations by public transport.

DestinationCommute time
King's Cross / St Pancras~33 min
Liverpool Street~36 min
Marylebone~37 min
Bank / City~37 min
Oxford Circus / Soho~38 min
London Bridge~39 min
Canary Wharf~40 min
Waterloo~40 min
Paddington~40 min
Victoria~43 min

Enfield Town lifestyle profile

Green space

7/10

Safety

7/10

Walkability

6/10

Café density

5/10

Gym density

5/10

Food scene

5/10

Young professionals

5/10

Transport

5/10

Lively

4/10

Nightlife

3/10

Enfield Town strengths

  • Good value for space
  • Town-centre amenities
  • Quieter streets than inner north London

Trade-offs

  • Longer central commutes
  • Less young-professional density
  • Mostly rail-led rather than tube-led

Who Enfield Town suits best

  • people who want peace, green space, and a calm base after work
  • sporty and fitness-focused people

Frequently asked questions

What is Enfield Town like to live in?

Outer-north market-town living with Overground links, lower rents, and a slower residential feel. The main strengths are good value for space and town-centre amenities.

What is the average rent in Enfield Town?

The average 1-bedroom flat in Enfield Town costs around £1,250 per month. A 2-bedroom flat costs around £1,650 per month (market review estimate).

How long is the commute from Enfield Town?

The fastest commute from Enfield Town is to King's Cross / St Pancras at approximately 33 minutes by public transport. The commute to Bank/City is around 37 minutes.

Is Enfield Town a good area to live in London?

Enfield Town is in Enfield, Zone 5. It's well-suited to people who want peace, green space, and a calm base after work. The main trade-off is: longer central commutes.

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