Hot London areas: five in-demand postcodes that are beating the sales slowdown

The number of homes under offer versus homes on the market in N6, which covers Highgate and Hampsteadhas risen15 per cent in 12 months to a market heat of 46. James Diaper, also of Savills, emphasises the enduring pull of Hampstead. “It is a special part of London, with village charm,” he adds. “It has a strong family market and has become the province of wealthy City professionals.”