Data updated 24 October 2026 · Area guides · North London
N6 (Highgate): crime, schools, stations and house prices
N6 (Highgate) is a postcode district in North London, covered by Barnet, Camden, Haringey and Islington. Homes sold for a median of £700,000 over the 12 months from August 2025 to July 2026, 4.8% down on the year before. It has a crime score of 4/10 (average), with about 76 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents a year against an England and Wales average of roughly 87. There are 8 schools with an N6 postcode, and the nearest stations include Highgate, Archway and Upper Holloway.
House prices in N6
216 homes sold in N6 between August 2025 and July 2026, at a median price of £700,000. That's 4.8% lower than the 12 months before (£735,000). 1 of them were new builds.
| Property type | Sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| Flats and maisonettes | 140 | £625,000 |
| Terraced houses | 38 | £1,650,000 |
| Semi-detached houses | 14 | £2,232,500 |
| Detached houses | 13 | £3,100,000 |
Latest recorded sales
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug 2026 | 11 Jacksons Lane, N6 5SR | Terraced | £3,725,000 |
| 21 Aug 2026 | 45 Langdon Park Road, N6 5PT | Terraced | £1,873,500 |
| 21 Aug 2026 | 19 Holmesdale Road, N6 5TH | Semi-detached | £1,507,500 |
| 21 Aug 2026 | Flat 3, 47 Cromwell Avenue, N6 5HP | Flat | £518,000 |
| 14 Aug 2026 | Flat D, 16 Milton Avenue, N6 5QE | Flat | £555,000 |
| 14 Aug 2026 | Flat 28, High Point 1 North Hill, N6 4BA | Flat | £700,000 |
| 10 Aug 2026 | Flat 36, West Hill Court Millfield Lane, N6 6JJ | Flat | £1,375,000 |
| 31 Jul 2026 | Flat 12, Avenue Hall Avenue Road, N6 5DN | Flat | £625,000 |
| 28 Jul 2026 | Flat 5, 78 Shepherds Hill, N6 5RH | Flat | £665,000 |
| 27 Jul 2026 | Flat 1, 15 - 17 Milton Avenue, N6 5QF | Flat | £605,500 |
Sales appear in Land Registry records a few weeks to a few months after completion, so the most recent months are incomplete.
Crime and safety in N6
Crime score: 4/10 (Average). Across the neighbourhoods we sampled there were about 76 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents a year. The England and Wales average is roughly 87.
| Most common crimes | Share |
|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 22% |
| Vehicle crime | 21% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 19% |
| Other theft | 9% |
| Burglary | 8% |
| Public order | 5% |
How we calculate it: police.uk street-level crime for September 2025 to August 2026 inside 8 of the 18 census neighbourhoods (LSOAs) where homes in N6 sold, divided by their 2021 census population (12,491 residents). Busy high streets and stations push rates up because visitors are counted but don't live there. The score for one street can differ a lot, so check the exact postcode before you buy.
Schools in N6
8 open schools have an N6 postcode. Each name links to the school's official record, where you'll also find its Ofsted reports.
Primary schools (3)
| School | Type | Ages | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highgate Primary School | Community school | 3-11 | 472 |
| St Michael's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School Church of England | Voluntary aided school | 3-11 | 441 |
| Whitehall Park School | Free schools | 4-11 | 202 |
Secondary schools (1)
| School | Type | Ages | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Aloysius' College Roman Catholic | Academy converter | 11-19 | 341 |
Special and other schools (4)
| School | Type | Ages | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highgate School Christian | Other independent school | 3-19 | 1938 |
| Channing School | Other independent school | 4-18 | 991 |
| The Avenue Pre-Preparatory School and Nursery | Other independent school | 2-8 | 75 |
| The Harington Scheme Ltd | Special post 16 institution | 16-25 |
Stations near N6
| Station | Distance from the district centre |
|---|---|
| Highgate | 0.3 mi |
| Archway | 0.7 mi |
| Upper Holloway | 1 mi |
| East Finchley | 1.3 mi |
Council and wards
N6 is covered by Barnet, Camden, Haringey and Islington. Wards include Crouch End, East Finchley, Fortis Green, Highgate, Hillrise, Junction and Tollington.
Frequently asked questions
Is N6 a safe area to live?
N6 (Highgate) has a crime score of 4/10 (Average). Across the neighbourhoods we sampled there were about 76 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents a year, which is around the national average of roughly 87 for England and Wales. The most common type was anti-social behaviour. Figures use police.uk data for September 2025 to August 2026.
What is the average house price in N6?
The median sale price in N6 (Highgate) was £700,000 across 216 sales between August 2025 and July 2026, according to HM Land Registry. That is 4.8% lower than the previous 12 months.
Which stations are near N6?
The nearest stations to the centre of N6 are Highgate (0.3 mi), Archway (0.7 mi), Upper Holloway (1 mi) and East Finchley (1.3 mi).
How many schools are there in N6?
There are 8 open schools with an N6 postcode, including 3 primary and 1 secondary schools, according to the Department for Education's Get Information About Schools register.
Which council covers N6?
N6 is covered by Barnet, Camden, Haringey and Islington councils.
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Sources: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, police.uk, ONS Census 2021 (Nomis), Get Information About Schools, OpenStreetMap and postcodes.io. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Station data © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database Licence. This guide is general information, not financial or legal advice.