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Retirement properties in Oakwood

Discover more about senior living in Oakwood and find the right retirement housing for you.

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Retire to Oakwood

Oakwood, as the name implies, occupies a particularly green and leafy corner of Greater London. This neighbourhood combines suburban peace with easy access to the capital city, making it ideal for an active retirement.

Local retirees love:

  • The friendly local community, with plenty of volunteering opportunities, hobby groups, and events where you can make fast friends.
  • Stunning green spaces like Trent Park and Oakwood Park, where you can enjoy woodland walks and picnics.
  • Excellent transport links to the surrounding area, especially to Central London and London Heathrow Airport.

1 retirement developments near Oakwood

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Samuel House | Oakwood

Retirement Living
  • Properties 1 available
  • Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
  • Purchase from £349,995
  • Rent from £2,925 pcm
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Explore places in the Oakwood area

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Retirement living in Oakwood

Life in Oakwood means you can enjoy the calmer pace the suburbs offer without sacrificing any connection to the city. London is just over an hour away by tube, so seniors here receive the best of both worlds.

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Local amenities

Oakwood’s tranquil suburban feeling is offset by an abundance of amenities for you to enjoy day-to-day, many of which are close to Samuel House.

  • Groceries - The neighbourhood has a Tesco Express and Oakwood Food Centre, while larger supermarkets are a short drive away.
  • Shops - Oakwood’s high street offers a range of shopping options from independent stores to hair and beauty salons, while for larger shopping sprees you can visit Palace Gardens Shopping Centre.
  • Healthcare - The area benefits from a GP surgery, dentist, pharmacies, and opticians. The nearest hospital is North Middlesex Hospital, just under 5 miles away.
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Activities for retirees in Oakwood

Whether you’re looking to explore the local area, take part in community events, or even take part in the local sports scene, you’ll find plenty to do in Oakwood and the surrounding area.

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Enjoy an active retirement in Oakwood

Oakwood is perfectly-placed for day trips to London, as well as exploring the surrounding areas just North of England’s capital.

  • Trent Park offers woodland walking trails, lakes, and plenty of green spaces perfect for birdwatching, long walks, and summertime picnics.
  • Central London is home to some of the world’s finest museums and art galleries, as well as the famous West End, where you can take in live performances at any number of iconic theatres.
  • Visit one of the surrounding farms, like Botany Bay Farm, where visitors can learn about the history of the local area, purchase local produce, and meet unique animals like alpacas.
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Transport links and connections

While London is certainly close by and easy to get to using public transport, Oakwood’s vast connections can take you even further afield.

  • By car - The area is a short drive from the A1 and A10, which enable easy access to Hatfield, Waltham Cross, Stevenage and Royston.
  • By bus - Bus connections offer fast transport to Southgate, Enfield Town, and Edmonton.
  • By rail - Oakwood Station is on the London Tube’s Piccadilly Line, offering direct access to central London. Enfield Chase and Southgate are nearby and also offer national rail services.
  • By air - London Heathrow Airport is easily accessible via the Piccadilly Line, offering an easy route for international travel.

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Our retirement developments offer differing amenities and assisted living services. Choose from two options to find your perfect fit.

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Retirement Living

Low-maintenance independent living for people aged 60 and over, with a House Manager on-site and a friendly community on the doorstep.

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Retirement Living PLUS

Independence combined with assisted living for people aged 70 and over, including an Estate Manager, on-site restaurant and optional personal care.

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Retirement living in Oakwood FAQs

Yes, Oakwood’s proximity to London, suburban setting, and active U3A make it the ideal place to settle in retirement. You can enjoy the best of both worlds in a peaceful setting with easy transport links to more metropolitan areas.

Oakwood is a relatively flat area with plenty of amenities like cafés and public transport stops just a short distance from each other, making it easy to navigate on foot.

While the suburb does have a lively centre with plenty of shops to choose from, if you’re moving from a more metropolitan area, you may want to plan a shopping spree in Southgate or Enfield, if not a day trip to London’s Oxford Street, where you’ll find most major high street brands.
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