The name Golders comes from a family named Godyere who lived in the area, and Green alludes to the manorial common at a cross roads next to which the settlement was built. Golders Green has been a place in the parish and manor of Hendon since around the 13th century.
Is Golders Green expensive?
Golders Green is one of the more expensive areas of the London Borough of Barnet. The average price paid for Barnet property in the past 12 months stands at £599,626, a figure which sits below the average price of property in London.16 Aug 2017
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Is Golders Green a good place to live?
Families looking for value and spacious, sprawling 1930s homes should unquestionably head for Golders Green. But family renters, too, have plenty of great properties to choose in an area that also boasts Golders Hill Park as well as a host of shops and cafes along the bustling Golders Green Road.26 Aug 2019
Is Golders Green a nice area to live?
A strong community vibe and excellent travel links via the Northern Line means living in Golders Green an appealing neighbourhood to call home. While independent shops and restaurants only add to the appeal of this bustling North West London town.3 Jul 2020
Is Golders Green a suburb?
Golders Green, west London: one suburb, two very different neighbourhoods.28 Jan 2014
Is Golders Green a safe place to live?
A leafy, safe area with excellent schools, Golders Green is popular with families. It is also home to a large and established Jewish community, and is considered by many to be the Kosher capital of the country.
Is Golders Green a good area?
Golders Green has always been a great area for families and this is, in part, thanks to the area's great schools. Two Jewish state primaries, Menorah in the Drive and Rimon, are also based in Golders Green, with the latter judged 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.4 Mar 2020
Why do Jews live in Golders Green?
There has been a prominent Jewish community in Golders Green since the early 20th century. The Jewish community took root after Hitler's rise to power, with the first German Jewish immigrants forming the Golders Green Beth Hamedrash. Soon after, Galician Jewish immigrants formed other synagogues.