Find out a general overview of the area using Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Crouch End is an area of North London, approximately five miles (8 km) from the City of London in the western half of the borough of Haringey. It is within the Hornsey postal district (N8). It has been described by the BBC as one of “a new breed of urban villages” in London. It was recently voted the best place to live in London by the Sunday Times, who said, “A creative edge and friendly neighbours give this lofty northern enclave social capital in the capital”. “
Things that make us love Crouch End
What makes the heart of Crouch End? At Cozee we asked ourselves what would define the culture, the vibe of a given area. We have come up with the following elements so whether you are a foodie or a night bird, we got you covered. Check out the different restaurants, pubs, gym that exist in Crouch End to help you decide to move in there.
Museums & Galleries nearby
An area lives because of the people who live, work and interact. Art is a great way to discover an area in a new way. If you are looking to move in Crouch End we definitely recommend that you check for galleries, museums and other cultural institutions. They provide a great source of enjoyment over the weekends.
| Museum name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Tree & Blackberry Orchard Green | 96 A103, London | 3 | 1 |
Are the restaurants in Crouch End any good?
Crouch End is able to produce a large amount of different cuisines if you are looking. Take a look at the table below to find the most popular places to eat if you are a resident of Crouch End.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tiffin Tin (Hornsey) | 28 High Street, London | 4.3 | 179 |
| The Haberdashery | 22 Middle Lane, London | 4.3 | 490 |
| Pizza Go Go | 85 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 90 |
| Three Compasses | 62 High Street, London | 4.3 | 471 |
| Wow Simply Japanese | 18 Crouch End Hill, London | 4.3 | 246 |
| Dunn’s Bakery | 6 The Broadway, London | 4.3 | 324 |
| Melange Restaurant | 45 Topsfield Parade, Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 598 |
| Curry Cosheli | 89 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 81 |
| Paccata Crouch End | 50, Topsfield Parade, Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 405 |
| Beam | 39-41 Topsfield Road, London | 4.3 | 1384 |
| Bengal Indian | 153 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 172 |
| Bufala Di Londra | 18 Topsfield Parade, Tottenham Lane, Crouch End, London | 4.3 | 1195 |
| Rosemary Crouch End | 11, 13 Park Road, London | 4.3 | 358 |
| Sumak Restaurant | 141 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 951 |
| Bar Esteban | 29 Park Road, London | 4.3 | 316 |
| Sable d’Or | 43 The Broadway, London | 4.3 | 207 |
| Everest Kitchen | 89 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 19 |
| Chicken Spot | 120 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 47 |
| Tootoomoo Crouch End | 12 Crouch End Hill, London | 4.3 | 521 |
| Curtis Caribbean Grill & Specialty Cakes | 216 Middle Lane, London | 4.3 | 154 |
Where can you buy groceries in the area
Finally we wouldn’t like to let you down on where to do your grocery shopping in Crouch End. Although solutions like Ocado, Amazon or other delivery services can be a great replacement, knowing if a grocery store is nearby the place you are about to live in is a big plus. Please find below the grocery stores in Crouch End.
| Supermarket/Grocery store name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury’s | 158a Cromwell Road, London | 4.2 | 3737 |
| Waitrose & Partners | 128 Gloucester Road, London | 4.1 | 490 |
| The Emperor Store | 48A Gloucester Road, London | 2.8 | 11 |
| Londis Old Brompton Road | 156 Old Brompton Road, London | 3.9 | 17 |
| Tesco Express | 50-52 Old Brompton Road, London | 2.9 | 128 |
| Little Waitrose & Partners | 103 Old Brompton Road, London | 4.1 | 332 |
| Tesco Express | 87-93 Gloucester Road, South Kensington, London | 3 | 163 |
| M&S Simply Food | 289-291 Fulham Road, London | 4 | 98 |
| Sainsbury’s Local | 295-297 Fulham Road, London | 3.4 | 43 |
| Sainsbury’s Local | 268 Fulham Road, London | 3.7 | 63 |
| Sainsbury’s Local | 75 Sloane Avenue, London | 3.3 | 68 |
| Europafoodxb South Kensington | 32 Thurloe Place, South Kensington, London | 4.8 | 62 |
| Kensington Express | 11 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington, London | 3.2 | 19 |
| Local Supermarket | United Kingdom | 3 | 1 |
| Muay Supermarket | 8a Hogarth Road, London | 4.2 | 66 |
| Pinoy Supermarket. | 10 Hogarth Road, London | 4.5 | 76 |
| Manila Supermarket Ltd | 11-12 Hogarth Place, London | 4.5 | 146 |
| Knights Food Fayre | 9 Montpelier Street, London | 4.4 | 16 |
Pubs
As Londoners at Cozee, we cherish our weekly visits to the local pub. Why not embrace the same in your new living space? We’ve diligently tested and reviewed all the pubs in Crouch End – well, not literally, but we wish we had! Here’s our list of the finest pubs in Crouch End.
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Harringay Arms | 153 Crouch Hill Crouch End N8 9QH | August 2023 – cask beer retruns for the first time in a long time. |
| Kings Head | 2 Crouch End Hill Crouch End N8 8AA | The first thing you notice about the Kings Head is the lack of an apostrophe in its name, either on the frontage or the pub sign, which depicts the King of Hearts from the traditional deck of cards. The second is the inside of the pub, which the large windows make easily visible from the street. The pub is renowned for live entertainment, with comedy, live music on Fridays and jazz on Sunday afternoons. There is also a quiz on Wednesday nights. The walls are adorned with photos of comedians, and there is plenty of comfortable seating to study them from. There is an extensive menu. |
| Great Northern Railway Tavern | 67 High Street Hornsey N8 7QB | An excellent example of the work of architects Shoebridge and Rising. Built in 1865 to serve the Hornsey Station and rebuilt in 1896. This is a single bar pub with fine original etched glass-work. Note the magnificent conservatory to the rear. In 2017, this grade II listed pub has been beautifully refurbished by new owners, Fuller’s, keeping and enhancing all of its best original features removing the open kitchen adding more drinking and dining space. A display screen lists the 20 craft beers available on tap. The pub is on the London Inventory of Historic Pub Interiors. Beer is served in thirds, two thirds and pints. They do not do halves. |
| McCafferty’s | 128 Tottenham Lane Hornsey N8 7EL | Formally the Hope & Anchor Bar, McCafferty’s, Crouch End is the 8th McCafferty’s Bar to open its doors. Single bar pub which has clearly had more bars in the past. There is a pool table and a dart board. Background music. Major matches are shown live. There is an outside drinking area at rear. Quiz night Thursday. |
| Queens | 26 Broadway Parade Hornsey N8 9DE | A well restored building, built originally as a hotel, which was saved from becoming a pizza restaurant by a campaign run by local residents and supported by CAMRA. The pub boasts a wealth of carved fittings and original features, including a large circular central bar, making it an important historical landmark in Crouch End. It is listed on CAMRA’s National inventory of pub interiors of special historic interest as well as being Grade II listed. |
| Three Compasses | 62 High Street Hornsey N8 7NX | Pubs Next Door, the North London pub company started by Aaron Wilson, is planning to run five sites in the capital, following the launch of its second pub with Star Pubs and Bars. The Three Compasses in Hornsey reopened in November following a £230,000 joint refurbishment with the pubco. As well as food and drink, Wilson plans to launch activities ranging from jazz nights to mother and baby quizzes. The makeover of The Three Compasses has restored and redecorated the outside of the pub, which dates back to 1896 and was designed by architect John Farrer. Thanks to Pub & Bar online magazine. |
| Fox | 2 Park Road London N8 8TD | From the Urban Pubs & Bars website – |
| Maynard Arms | 70 Park Road London N8 8SX | A gastro conversion a few years ago, now a part of Greene King’s Metropolitan Pub Co brand which has led to more guest beers. For a single bar pub, it is on the large side and in warm weather the doors open straight onto the courtyard. Food serving times and current menu best found from their website. Camra card carrying members get 10% off their pints. Presently have four changing beers, and continue to stock Greene King IPA permanently. As a rule the pub tries to only order ales from London Breweries. While the offer is changed as much as often, they stock Truman’s, Sambrook’s, Twickenham and Portobello more than any other breweries.’ |
| Railway Tavern | 23 Crouch End Hill London N8 8DH | Of all the Crouch End pubs to have gone gastro, the Railway’s makeover is arguably the most extreme. Under new management since early 2008, the satellite televisions and pool tables that were the mainstay of the old pub have gone and the interior has been extensively refurbished, making the area around the single bar look much more open plan. Their website contains a very interesting section on the pub’s history going back to 1937, it is worth mentioning the Toby plaque in the downside wall. |
| Small Beer | 22 Topsfield Parade, Tottenham Lane London N8 8PT | It is now owned by the same team that was behind the Dukes Head, Highgate. To quote, ” We’ll be bringing a true freehouse to Crouch End, with an ample offer of the well conditioned, independent cask we’ve built a reputation for, alongside a large range of local London beer.” Three varying cask beers, one cider and around 12 keg taps. Small Beer specialises in small craft beer breweries (Beak from Lewes instead of Harvey’s) – in fact there were no standard brands available at all in Feb 2023. In addition to beer they offer a wide range of cocktails. |
In Crouch End, is there a lot of green space?
One of London’s best features is its many green spaces. See if Crouch End offers space for strolls or picnics.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Gardens | Belvedere Road, London | 4.5 | 1413 |
| Elm Court | 1 Pump Court, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Middle Temple Gardens | 3 Middle Temple Lane, Temple, London | 4.7 | 82 |
| Bernie Spain Gardens | South Bank, London | 4.4 | 488 |
| Bloomsbury Square Garden | 14 Bloomsbury Square, London | 4.3 | 2017 |
| The Phoenix Garden | 21 Stacey Street, London | 4.6 | 461 |
| LGBT Chairs ️ | Ground Floor, South East Wing, Bush House, 300 Strand, London | 5 | 1 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | 4 Temple Place, Temple, London | N/A | N/A |
| Potnotch | Jubilee Market, Tavistock Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| London Memorial Garden | Savoy Place, London | 3.8 | 4 |
| Drury Lane Gardens | 58 Drury Lane, London | 3.9 | 16 |
| Fountain Court | Temple, London | 4.6 | 8 |
| Southbank boardwalk | South Bank, Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 13 |
| Street Art Skaterpark | 337-338 Belvedere Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| National Theatre garden terrace | South Bank, National Theatre, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Diamond Jubilee Penny Maze | Henrietta Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| Southbank (River Thames South) Walkpath. | Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 18 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | Villiers Street, London | 4.6 | 2523 |
| Diamond Jubilee Garden | St Pauls Church, Bedford Street, London | 4.4 | 12 |
| BIG 7 | 7 Bell Yard, London | N/A | N/A |
What kind of gyms are there in Crouch End?
While working from home has increased, so has the frequentation of gyms to help keep in shape. With companies like Better or Pure Gym and others, Crouch End might help you stay in shape. A great feature to have nearby.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coolhurst Tennis & Squash Club | Coolhurst Road, London | 4.3 | 111 |
| Virgin Active | 31 Topsfield Parade, Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 323 |
| Link Arts Kickboxing Club | 50 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| Birthwise Yoga | 16 Lightfoot Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu | 50 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 26 |
| Yoga Wonder | 53 Elder Avenue, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Park Road Pools & Fitness | Park Road, London | 4.3 | 894 |
| Pure Dynamic Osteopathy | Veryan Court, 23 Park Road, London | 4.3 | 119 |
| G90 Boxing and Fitness | 184 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 20 |
| YogaSoftley | 49aThe Broadway Crouch End, London | 4.3 | 7 |
| JeanetteThomson Osteopath & Acupuncture Barnet / Crouch End | Room 3, 41 The Broadway, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Yoga State of Mind | Upper Studio, The Haelan Centre, 41 The Broadway, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| 3Tribes: Hot Yoga|Boutique Fitness| | 52 Coleridge Road, London | 4.3 | 32 |
| My Gym Crouch End | 2-4 The Broadway, London | 4.3 | 26 |
| One Yoga London | Priory Park, Priory Park Pavilion, London | 4.3 | 32 |
| 3Tribes: Spin|Bootcamp|Barre | Exchange House, 71 Crouch End Hill, London | 4.3 | 43 |
| The Hill & End | 9 Christchurch Road, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| Adventures In Movement | 15 Myddelton Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Keith Core Fitness | Fitnastic, 44 Tottenham Lane, London | 4.3 | 48 |
| Sacred Mastery Yoga | 32B Mount View Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
How’s the local life around Crouch End
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The amenities you might need in Crouch End
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Tube & Train stations nearby the area of Crouch End
Most want transit less than a 15 minute walk from home. We put together train and tube stations in Crouch End to help find the optimal area for you. It could be that you don’t mind walking or it could be that public transport is necessary for you to get around.
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hornsey | London | 4 | 31 |
Are there many post offices in the region of Crouch End?
Nearby post offices simplify sending and getting packages. Crouch End branches also offer services like money orders and insurance along with mail services. Here they are along with their proximity to the area.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hornsey Post Office | 24 High Street, London | 3.3 | 55 |
| Crouch End Post Office & UOE Store | Crouch End Post Office, 28-29 Topsfield Road, London | 3.6 | 139 |
| Weston Park Postbox | 44 Weston Park, London | 5 | 1 |
| Post box | 93 Uplands Road, London | 0 | 0 |
What schools are nearby in Crouch End?
Having a nearby school is ideal when relocating. Below is a list of schools located within Crouch End
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary’s Church of England Infant School | Church Lane, London | N/A | N/A |
| Highgate Wood School | Montenotte Road, London | 4.2 | 18 |
| Hornsey School for Girls’ | Inderwick Road, Crouch End | 2.9 | 36 |
| GUITAR LESSONS West London Music Tutors | 158B Ferme Park Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| sign and rhyme | 60 Mayfield Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Stephen Svanholm – Singing Teacher | 15 Shanklin Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Live 4 Dancing | Crouch End Fitness Centre, 184 Tottenham Lane, London | 5 | 9 |
| Pickled Pepper Books | 10 Middle Lane, London | 4.7 | 33 |
| TotalTutors London | The Broadway, London | N/A | N/A |
| Perform Within Rokesly Junior School | Rokesly Avenue, London | N/A | N/A |
| Klay Dumas-Copas – Online Piano Teacher | 50 Weston Park, London | 5 | 3 |
| Kumon Maths & English | Weston Park, Corner with Ferme Park Road, Union Church Community Centre, Hornsey | 1 | 1 |
| The London Zen Centre -Kwan Um School of Zen | 42 Crouch Hall Road, London | 4.2 | 5 |
| My Gym Crouch End | 2-4 The Broadway, London | 4.9 | 26 |
| Kaiser Language Studio | Kaiser Language Studio, The Hornsey Vale Community Centre, 60 Mayfield Road, London | 5 | 12 |
| Greig City Academy | High Street, London | 3.7 | 65 |
| Weston Park Primary School | Denton Road, Mayfield Road, London | 5 | 3 |
| GUITAR LESSONS West London Music Tutors | 27 Dickenson Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Creative Explorers Day Nursery | 18 Gisburn Road, London | 4.7 | 22 |
| Joe Lake Tennis Coach | Highgate Cricket and Lawn Tennis Club Shepherds Cot, Park Road, London | 5 | 7 |
How many hospitals, pharmacies and doctors are there in Crouch End?
Crouch End has 2 medical institutions. These include hospitals, doctors offices, pharmacies and other stores providing medical attention. Here are the details the nearby medical institutions (1000 radius of the area).
| Medical institution Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hornsey Central Neighbourhood Health Centre | 151 Park Road, London | 3.4 | 88 |
| Dr J Cook – Park Road Surgery | 153 Park Road, London | N/A | N/A |
Last Updated on March 26, 2026