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Living in Arnos Grove

An affordable, green Piccadilly line neighbourhood with Art Deco character.

8 For Sale
3 To Let
£459k Our Listed Avg

Character & Vibe

Arnos Grove is a pleasant North London suburb in the London Borough of Enfield, centred around its iconic Art Deco tube station — a Grade I listed building designed by Charles Holden. The area is known for its generous parks, particularly Arnos Park and Broomfield Park, its quiet residential streets of 1930s housing, and its strong value for money compared to similar Piccadilly line zones.

Getting Around

Arnos Grove is served by the Piccadilly line, with Kings Cross St Pancras approximately 30 minutes away, offering onward connections to Heathrow, Knightsbridge, and Leicester Square. Multiple bus routes serve the local area.

Piccadilly line Arnos Grove station ~30 min to Kings Cross Buses 184, 329, W6

Schools

Walker Primary and Broomfield Primary are both rated Good by Ofsted. Alexandra Park School and Fortismere School in neighbouring Muswell Hill are popular secondary choices for Arnos Grove families.

  • Walker Primary School Primary Good
  • Broomfield Primary School Primary Good
  • New Southgate C of E Primary Primary Good

Parks & Outdoors

Arnos Park covers 44 acres of green space bordering the River Pymmes Brook, with woodland walks and open lawns. Broomfield Park is a 54-acre Victorian park featuring a lake, model boating pond, bandstand, and tennis courts — one of the borough's best-loved open spaces.

Dining & Shopping

Arnos Grove has a friendly local dining scene centred around the high street and Bowes Road, with a mix of independent takeaways, family-run restaurants, and cafés. The area has a diverse food offer reflecting its multicultural community, with South Asian and Turkish cuisines well represented alongside classic British cafés and coffee shops.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Arnos Grove is a popular choice for families and young professionals seeking affordable North London living with easy tube access. The Piccadilly line puts Kings Cross within 30 minutes. The area has extensive parks including Arnos Park (44 acres) and Broomfield Park (54 acres), good primary schools, and lower property prices than many comparable tube zones.
  • Arnos Grove is served by the Piccadilly line at Arnos Grove station — a Grade I listed Art Deco building designed by Charles Holden in 1932. Kings Cross St Pancras is approximately 30 minutes, with direct access to Heathrow Airport, Knightsbridge, and Leicester Square.
  • Arnos Grove offers strong value for a Piccadilly line location. Typical sale prices for flats start around £280,000, with 3–4 bedroom family homes ranging from £500,000 to £750,000. Rental prices for a two-bedroom flat typically range from £1,400–£1,900 pcm.
  • Arnos Park covers 44 acres of green space bordering the River Pymmes Brook with woodland and open lawns. Broomfield Park is a 54-acre Victorian park with a lake, model boating pond, tennis courts, and bandstand. Both parks are within comfortable walking distance of Arnos Grove station.
  • Walker Primary School and Broomfield Primary School are both rated Good by Ofsted. For secondary education, Alexandra Park School and Fortismere School in neighbouring Muswell Hill are popular choices. The area also has strong faith school provision.