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Enfield

Enfield is the northernmost London borough, sharing a boundary with Hertfordshire and offering a character that shifts from inner-urban density in Edmonton and Ponders End to the semi-rural landscapes of Crews Hill and the Enfield Chase. For those who commute into London but value space, lower costs, and access to green countryside, it sits at the practical outer edge of what is reachable on a daily basis. Transport connections are via rail and bus rather than Underground. Enfield Town and Enfield Chase are served by Great Northern services to Moorgate and King's Cross, with journey times around 35 to 45 minutes. Edmonton Green, Meridian Water, and Ponders End are served by London Overground on the Gospel Oak to Barking line. Southbury and Turkey Street connect to Liverpool Street via Abellio Greater Anglia. Rental prices are among the lower tier in London. A one-bedroom flat typically rents for £1,100 to £1,400 per month, and family houses with gardens are available for £1,500 to £2,000, representing good value by London standards. Purchase prices for three-bedroom semi-detached homes frequently fall between £450,000 and £600,000 in residential parts of the borough. Meridian Water is the borough's major regeneration area — a long-term project delivering thousands of new homes, a new Overground station, and significant commercial space on former industrial land beside the River Lee. It is one of the more significant regeneration projects in Outer London. Enfield's green assets include Trent Park, the Lee Valley Regional Park, and Forty Hall estate with its grounds and farm. The borough has a strong school catchment in parts, and areas like Winchmore Hill and Southgate attract families for their suburban calm, village-like high streets, and Piccadilly line access nearby in neighbouring Barnet.

Local areas in Enfield

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Popular neighbourhoods and local areas in this borough.

Frequently asked questions about Enfield

Enfield can suit families and commuters looking for North London neighbourhoods, parks, local centres and rail or Underground access.

Popular areas include Enfield Town, Southgate, Palmers Green, Edmonton, Winchmore Hill and Cockfosters.

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Air quality in Enfield

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Low air pollution forecast valid from Sunday 10 May to end of Sunday 10 May GMT

Sunny and cloudy conditions on Sunday. Feeling cooler in a 'clean' northerly air feed, which will have travelled down over the North Sea. A moderate breeze should ensure dispersion of any accumulated pollution from the previous days and also ensure effective dispersion of any local emissions. Air pollution is forecast to remain 'Low' for the following pollutants: Nitrogen Dioxide Ozone PM10 Particulates PM2.5 Particulates Sulphur Dioxide

Forecast 2026-10-05 · Updated 2026-05-09 16:00 UTC

Local markets

Markets in Enfield

Explore street markets, food markets, farmers markets and local market areas in Enfield.

Street market

Edmonton Green Indoor Market

Street market

An indoor market at Edmonton Green Shopping Centre with local stalls, food, retail and community shopping.

Indoor Free entry
Location
Edmonton Green
Postcode
See official source
Open
Monday to Sunday
Hours
Centre opening hours vary; market and stall hours may vary
Street market

Enfield Market

Street market

A historic Enfield Town market with local traders, food, produce, fashion and community shopping.

Outdoor Free entry
Location
Enfield Town
Postcode
EN2 6LN
Open
Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Hours
9am to 4pm
Farmers market

Forty Hall Farmers' Market

Farmers market

A farmers market at Forty Hall Farm with local food producers, seasonal organic produce and community activity.

Outdoor Free entry
Location
Forty Hall / Enfield
Postcode
EN2 9HA
Open
Usually second Sunday of the month
Hours
10am to 3pm; check current dates before visiting

Edmonton Green Market Area

Seasonal market
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A market and retail area around Edmonton Green, linked to the indoor market, local traders and regeneration activity.

Outdoor Seasonal Free entry
Location
Edmonton Green
Postcode
See official source
Open
Trading and event dates vary
Hours
Check official or local source for current details

Stations and connections in Enfield

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