Moving to London (N17)

Greater London Authority · Haringey

Planning a move to N17? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the London area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to London. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in London

Based on 563 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in N17 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£450,000
Average Price (all types)£469,382

By Property Type

Detached£600,000 (1 sales)
Semi-Detached£482,500 (18 sales)
Terraced£535,000 (268 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£330,000 (259 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in London

As with many well-connected urban areas, London sees higher-than-average recorded crime. This is common in districts with busy high streets, nightlife, and transport hubs — and doesn't necessarily reflect the experience of residents in quieter residential streets.

N17 Total Crimes (13 months)11,154
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average324% above average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences3,115 (236% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour2,661 (528% above avg)
Public Order554 (206% above avg)
Vehicle Crime803 (504% above avg)
Shoplifting292 (33% above avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson540 (183% above avg)
Burglary440 (358% above avg)
Other Theft697 (301% above avg)
Drugs738 (694% above avg)
Robbery392 (989% above avg)
Theft from Person625 (1176% above avg)
Bicycle Theft86 (274% above avg)
Possession of Weapons88 (238% above avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in London

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In London, council tax is managed by Haringey. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1542.52
B£40,001 – £52,000£1799.61
C£52,001 – £68,000£2056.69
D£68,001 – £88,000£2313.78
E£88,001 – £120,000£2827.95
F£120,001 – £160,000£3342.13
G£160,001 – £320,000£3856.30
H£320,001+£4627.56

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near London

80.1 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the N17 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)34

Green Spaces in London

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in N17 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

94% of residential postcodes in N17 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in London

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the N17 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)8
Primary3
Secondary1
Nursery2

Broadband in London

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for N17 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

76.9 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the N17 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)98.5%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)91.9%
Gigabit capable91.9%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.0%

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Energy Performance in London

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for N17 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score70
Total rated properties17597

Homes in N17 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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