Local area guide

Living in Golders Green

Thinking about moving to Golders Green? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools are like, transport connections and so much more.

Your guide to moving to Golders Green

Why Golders Green is a good place to live

Golders Green is a charming place to live, brimming with a combination of graceful Edwardian architecture and beautiful open spaces. Noted for its rapid suburban development, it's just a short tube journey away from central London, making it an appealing choice for those who value convenience. Moving to Golders Green means having access to plentiful outdoor spaces like the Hampstead Heath Extension, Golders Hill Park, and nearby Hampstead Heath. The area also boasts an active high street, Golders Green Road, teeming with a variety of restaurants offering cuisines from all over the world. With its generously proportioned houses and diverse community, Golders Green offers a refreshing mix of cultural richness and traditional London suburb experience.

What's Golders Green famous for?

Golders Green is famous for its significant Jewish population, often referred to as 'Little Tel Aviv.' With more than 50 kosher restaurants and over 40 synagogues, you'll find deep-rooted cultural offerings unmatched elsewhere in London. The area is also known for its handsome Hampstead Garden Suburb, a globally recognised example of early 20th-century domestic architecture and town planning, featuring Arts and Crafts-style houses. Additionally, the Golders Green Hippodrome is a historic mark in the area, serving as a versatile venue for a music hall, cinema, theatre, and once home to the BBC Concert Orchestra.

Things to do in Golders Green

Living in Golders Green means having numerous leisure activities at your disposal. Golders Hill Park is a favourite, boasting a small zoo, tennis courts, and a popular café - a leisurely stroll here would make any sunny day brighter. For history and culture aficionados, the Golders Green Crematorium is a site of fascination, having received several notable figures such as Sigmund Freud and Amy Winehouse. Dining is an adventure, with an eclectic mix of Jewish, Japanese, and Kosher establishments such as Maxim, Café Japan, and Daniel’s Bakery, all ready to tickle your taste buds. For retail therapy, independent retailers on Golders Green Road present a unique shopping opportunity for everyone.

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Transport in Golders Green

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Local connections

Golders Green
0.1 miles / 0.2 km
Brent Cross
0.8 miles / 1.3 km
Cricklewood
National Rail
1.2 miles / 1.9 km
Hampstead
1.3 miles / 2.1 km
Hendon Central
1.5 miles / 2.4 km
Finchley Road & Frognal
National Rail
1.6 miles / 2.6 km

Schools in Golders Green

Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Golders Green.

Education in Golders Green

Rimon Jewish Primary School
Ages: 5 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2018)
The King Alfred School
Ages: 5 - 18 years old
Ivy House School
Ages: 2 - 11 years old
Kisharon School
Ages: 4 - 19 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
Shiras Devorah High School
Ages: 11 - 18 years old
Ofsted Rating: Inadequate (2022)
Menorah Primary School for Girls
Ages: 3 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (2012)

Local pubs in Golders Green

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  • Refectory

    London NW11

    The Refectory, now a public house, was opened February 1916, and is thought to by some to be the first ever restaurant to have its kitchens entirely powered with electricity.

  • Spaniards Inn

    Hampstead, London, NW3

    Circa 1585 and steeped in English history,The Spaniards Inn is one of the oldest and most infamous pubs in London.

  • Duke Of Hamilton

    London NW3

    One of the oldest pubs in Hampstead,BEER GARDEN.6 classic Ales on tap-WINNER OF LONDON'S BEST PUB 2011-LIVE JAZZ & Acoustic nights!Good Beer Guide 2015.

  • Everyman

    Hampstead, London, NW3

    A beautiful cinema with a bar, velvet sofas, food & drinks delivered to your seat.

  • Horseshoe

    London NW3

    Hello, we are the Horseshoe. The birthplace of Camden Town Brewery and a well-loved Hampstead local for over a decade, we’re known for our good, simple food, wine and beer and legendary Sunday roasts.