Living in Higham Hill
Thinking about moving to Higham Hill? 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 Higham Hill
Why Higham Hill is a good place to live
Higham Hill oozes charm, boasting a peaceful, friendly residential area that’s quite fashionable and trendy. It's also particularly popular among young, upper-class individuals the world over. Its impressive Ofsted-rated schools are merely a stone’s throw away, providing outstanding education for children of all ages. It also boosts very fast average broadband speeds that are notably higher than the London average, making it all the more suitable for today's internet needs. Known for its safety, moving to Higham Hill also means you get splendid eastward views towards Epping Forest and Claybury, which create an aesthetically pleasing environment.
What's Higham Hill famous for?
Higham Hill is famous for its vibrant local markets, including a unique Sunday farmer's market which adds a charming rustic touch to the area. It's also celebrated for Lloyd's Park with its natural landscape and dedicated skate park. Situated a short distance from Walthamstow, it has easy access to Europe's longest market. Moreover, it has a charming blend of independent local shops that add a distinctive character to this trendy area.
Things to do in Higham Hill
Living in Higham Hill allows you to explore a wide range of fun-filled activities. The area boasts a range of fascinating local and Sunday farmer's markets that will immerse you in the best of local produce. You can also visit Lloyd's Park to soak up its beautiful natural scenery and try out its skate park. The nearby Walthamstow hosts Europe's longest market, where you can hunt for unique treasures. Apart from that, you can engage with the locals and enjoy the area's welcoming and safe atmosphere.
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Properties currently for sale in Higham Hill
Whether you're looking to buy a family home or a beautiful apartment, we've got you covered.
Offers over
£789,995
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms2
- Living rooms2
4 bed terraced house for sale
Mayfield Road, London E17£650,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2
- Living rooms2
3 bed semi-detached house for sale
Mayfield Road, Walthamstow, London E17Offers over
£400,000
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms2
- Living rooms1
2 bed flat for sale
Riverhead Close, Walthamstow, London E17
Transport in Higham Hill
Find the nearest train stations and other transport links in Higham Hill.
Local connections
- Blackhorse Road
- 0.7 miles / 1.1 km
- Blackhorse Road
- National Rail
- 0.7 miles / 1.1 km
- Northumberland Park
- National Rail
- 0.9 miles / 1.4 km
- St James Street (Walthamstow)
- National Rail
- 1.1 miles / 1.8 km
- Walthamstow Queen's Road
- National Rail
- 1.1 miles / 1.8 km
- Walthamstow Central
- 1.1 miles / 1.8 km
Schools in Higham Hill
Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Higham Hill.
Education in Higham Hill
- Whittingham Primary Academy
- Ages: 3 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2020)
- Hillyfield Primary Academy
- Ages: 3 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2018)
- Big Creative Independent School
- Ages: 14 - 16 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Requires improvement (2023)
- Lime Academy Hornbeam
- Ages: 2 - 19 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
- Eden Girls' School, Waltham Forest
- Ages: 11 - 18 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (2022)
- Roger Ascham Primary School
- Ages: 3 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2019)
Local pubs in Higham Hill
Prince Of Wales
London E17Lord Palmerston
London E17Ye Olde Rose & Crown Theatre Pub
Walthamstow, London, E17Award winning Traditional pub in the good beer guide. Great range of Real Ales. Pub of the Year East London. Theatre, Live Music, Comedy nights, Art Gallery.
Collab
Walthamstow, London, E17Part brewery taproom, part restaurant, The Collab is a pioneering collaboration between East London brewery Signature Brew and local restaurateur We Serve Humans
Pressure Drop
London N17