London Borough of Barnet

The London Borough of Barnet spans 86.74 square kilometers, containing urban centers like Hendon, Finchley, and Golders Green alongside Green Belt rural areas.

Created through the London Government Act of 1963, Barnet incorporated sections of Middlesex and Hertfordshire counties, officially becoming a borough in April 1965.

The borough contains multiple educational institutions, libraries, and community centers that serve its population of over 384,774 residents from different backgrounds.

Transportation networks connect the borough through multiple Underground stations, bus routes, and major roads leading directly to central London.

The borough maintains the largest population among London's districts while preserving substantial green spaces within its boundaries.

Location: Greater London

Inception: April 1, 1965

Capital city: Hendon

Shares border with: London Borough of Harrow, London Borough of Brent, London Borough of Camden, London Borough of Haringey, London Borough of Enfield

Website: https://barnet.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.62528,-0.15306

Latest update: May 21, 2025 05:02