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About Us in South London & Camberwell & District

The word on the street in South London and Camberwell & District is the property prices are competitive, generally you achieve more property for your budget than other parts of London and there is no doubt as the areas become trendier property investment will become very lucrative for those that have invested in the area.

History

Historically, in South London, Camberwell was part of Surrey, a small village with many outlining areas scarcely populated. As the years unfolded it became renowned for its bespoke shopping outlets,
small proprietary run businesses and social facilities.

During the last decade some businesses have been replaced and the decline in the area has been gradually arrested so that the high streets are perking up with new businesses revitalising the area. We are now witnessing important changes to herald an immerging highly cosmopolitan area.

In South London and Camberwell & District, life is certainly improving with the presence of the indigenous student population drawn from universities, hospitals, art and drama colleges and further educational institutions.

Many students are returning in South London to Camberwell & District areas to live and work persuing their careers and meeting up with past friends and old contacts, establishing new connections and are helping the area to flourish.

There is no doubt students influence trading in South London noticeable in our high street shops, hostelries, restaurants and property which is acquired for their accommodation needs.

Property

The range of property in South London include Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, mid-wars, post-war built and varied ex-council properties, gated court-yard and mews developments, exclusive town house developments, converted schools, churches, hostelries with loft style and other mixed style spacious apartments.

Transport

Transport, in South London is now a most important consideration with many.

It is readily agreed by those in the local community that the numerous bus routes and rail links in South London and through Camberwell & District areas ease commuting to key areas such as Victoria about
3.5 miles, Westminster 3.5 miles, the West End 3.9 miles and The City only 2.0 miles improving travelling times considerably for the benefit of everyone.

Then there are those energetic folks in South London and Camberwell & District who walk, run, cycle or motorcycle into their places of work and colleges etc.

Occasional social evenings in Central London are possible due to Camberwell & District's and in South London areas improving commutable locations with the addition of varied public transport services.

Restaurants and Bars

Day by day folks are seeing unfold the multi-cultural, vibrant buzz of the living in South London and Camberwell & District’s colourful and interesting environs.

The villages of bygone years are fusing socially with the enthusiastic populace of Camberwell, Dulwich, Herne Hill, Brixton, Walworth, Bermondsey, New Cross, Deptford and Greenwich visiting the wider
choice of entertainment venues available to include new and favoured restaurants and bars, etc.

Parks

Not to be overlooked are the parks and green spaces in South London and Camberwell & District to be visited regularly to be truly appreciated. South London has a higher percentage of parks, woods and open recreational spaces than any other area of London.

Contact us today with your property requirements and review the cosmopolitan range of properties we have to offer. Our property listings are constantly changing so do keep in touch.

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