London areas description
Abbey Wood - SE2
Abbey Wood, South of the river, only 30
Minutes from the West End. It is relatively cheap for a London borough making
it popular for those on a budget. There are a large number of council estates
in the area. The area...
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Acton - W3
Acton, Just West of Hammersmith,
Acton is a largely residential area with a mixture of property types from council
estates, Victorian houses, and converted flats. There are a lot of young professionals
and first time...
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Aldgate - EC3
Aldgate, East London, between Tower
Hill and Liverpool Street, a vibrant area, in the heart of the ‘City’.
There is plenty of entertainment in the area with bars/restaurants and art galleries.
For shopping, you are...
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Alexandra Palace - N22
Alexandra Palace, Immediately north of Crouch
End, and close to Muswell Hill, Alexandra Palace is a spacious leafy area with
the Park as the main focus. Properties are large Edwardian homes interspersed
with modern...
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Anerley - SE20
Anerley, An attractive quiet suburb, where
property and rental prices are still relatively cheap. Anerly Hill is the main
high street, where there are several cafes, pubs and a few shops for basic needs.
Property...
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Archway - N19
Archway, Relaxed varied area, not far from
Highgate but a lot cheaper. Archway road which leads to the A1, gets very congested,
especially during rush-hour, however there are some charming streets with large
Victorian...
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Arnos Grove - N11
Arnos Grove, Green, residential, North London
location, close to Muswell Hill Golf course. Property types vary, there are
a number of flats and small houses on Arnos road, convenient for the tube, to
large Edwardian...
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Arsenal - N5
Arsenal, North London, just South of Finsbury
Park, and home to Arsenal Football club. It is a leafy area, with a strong community
and lively atmosphere on match days, when it can get very busy. There are lots
of...
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Baker St. - W1
Baker Street, Being on the North side of
Central London, St Johns Wood and Marylebone are just around the corner. A lively
area, with a varied selection of properties, from modern flats to converted
Georgian houses....
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Balham - SW12
Balham: South London Balham sits between Wandsworth and Tooting
Common. Most of the properties are Victorian, with a lot of large family houses.
Nightingale Triangle is one of Balham’s most desirable area, close to...
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Barbican - EC2
Barbican, East London, in the heart of the
city. Rebuilt in the 1970’s, properties are mainly mansion blocks, and
the area heavily populated with offices, with the Bank of England, and the Natwest
Tower as local...
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Barking - IG11
Barking, East London, a quiet residential
area, close to There is a mixture of properties from newly built houses to council
properties, The Beacontree Estate being the largest. The main shopping centre
is Vicarage...
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Barnes - SW13
Barnes, Immediately South of the river,
Barnes is a charming, leafy, area, boasting a village pond and weekly farmers
market. Properties range from cottages to mansions, and are popular with families
because of the...
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Barons Court - W14
Barons Court, Just Eats of Hammersmith,
Barons court is a convenient residential neighbourhood, popular with commuters
and families. Properties are predominantly converted flats and mansion blocks,
including popular...
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Battersea Park - SW11
Battersea Park: Battersea, immediately south of the river is
a lively residential area. There are upmarket riverside apartments, and mansion
blocks overlooking the Park as well as council blocks and Victorian terraces....
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Bayswater - W2
Bayswater,Centrally located, just East of
Notting Hill, and a short walk to Hyde Park. Properties range, there are leafy
mews, and large converted and mansion flats. Being such a popular area there
are a number of...
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Beckenham Hill - BR3
Beckenham Hill, South of London, close to
Crystal Palace, Beckenham is a residential suburb, with wide tree lined roads.
Beckenham road comprises of converted flats and Victorian terraces. The high
street has mainly...
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Beckton Park - E6
Beckton Park, Close to East Ham, situated
on Royal Albert Dock, area has predominantly modern and redeveloped homes. There
is a good community atmosphere and there are plenty of green open spaces and
parks. The...
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Belsize Park - NW3
Belsize Park, Just North of Swiss cottage,
on a hilly landscape with some very expensive properties. There are a combination
of flats and mansion blocks, to red brick Victorian terraces. Along Belsize
Avenue there are...
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Bethnal Green - E2
Bethnal Green, East London, convenient for
the City and Docklands, increasingly popular with singles and professionals.
Properties vary from converted Victorian flats to loft style apartments. Canal
side homes...
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Blackheath - SE3
Blackheath, South of the river close to
Greenwich, is the most affluent part of Lewisham. Stunning Georgian terraces
are set around the Heath, and nearby Pond road, has Blackheath Park and Cator
Estate, with a wide...
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Borough - SE1
Borough, Just South of London Bridge, close
to Elephant and Castle, Borough is a popular neighbourhood for those wanting
to be near the city, as it is a 10 minute walk to Bank. There are a number of
warehouse...
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Brentford - TW8
Brentford, Just South of Ealing, close to
the river, the area has a lot of industrial buildings most of which are disused.
However there are a number of terraced roads, and small flats and cottages,
popular with young...
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Brixton - SW9
Brixton, South of the river Brixton has
a lot to offer, with a large number of bars and restaurants. A lively, dynamic
area, home to a number of different communities, and Brixton market with its
diverse selection of...
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Brockley - SE4
Brockley, Close to New Cross and Lewisham,
a leafy inexpensive residential area, increasingly popular with families as
many of the houses are large, (some up to seven bedrooms), have high ceilings,
and many with...
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Caledonian Rd - N7
Caledonian Rd & Barnsbury, A convenient
central location, just east of Camden and close to Islington. Properties vary
from mid range Victorian terraces, mostly converted, to low level council blocks.
There are a good...
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Camberwell - SE5
Camberwell, South of the river, an increasingly
trendy area, popular with first time buyers, creative types, and also a high
student population due to the Camberwell School of Art and Kings College Hospital.
There are...
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Canada Water - SE16
Canada Water: Just South of Rotherhithe Bridge, is full of modern developments some with river side views. Most of the area between Canada Water and Surrey Quays is being redeveloped for both commercial residential purposes. It...
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Canary Wharf - E14
Canary Wharf, Just south of Poplar Canary
Wharf is home to a wide range of Luxury riverside apartments, modern architecture,
and newspaper publishing. Some of the condos/complexes have pools and gyms for
residents. It...
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Canning Town - E16
Canning Town, Down the river, East of Canary
Wharf, is in the south west of the borough of Newham, adjacent to the river
Lea as it enters the Thames at Bow Creek. Most of the area modern properties,
as the area was...
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Cannon Street - EC4
Cannon Street, In the heart of the city
Cannon street has a tube and train station. There is a mixture of new and old
architecture, properties are both residential and commercial. The area has coffee
shops wine bars...
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Charlton - SE7
Charlton, Just south of the river, close
to Greenwhich, and slightly cheaper than neighbouring Blackheath. Charlton village
is the focus of the area, with the stunning Jacobean, Charlton house and Village
street with...
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Chingford - E4
Chingford, Just North of Walthamstow, on
the edge of greater London, Chingford is a green leafy suburb. Homes bordering
Epping forest and North Chingford known locally as ‘the village’,
are generally more...
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Chiswick - W4
Chiswick, Close to the Thames a convenient
location, with easy access to Hammersmith. The houses are good sized family
homes, many with gardens, and by the river they can get very pricey. As you
get closer to the...
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Clapham - SW4
Clapham, South of the river, an increasingly
popular area for young professionals and couples. Properties are Clapham Old
Town has a relaxed village atmosphere, and there are plenty of specialist and
general shops and...
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Clapton - E5
Clapton, Just north of Hackney, a quiet
residential area, There are predominantly large Victorian and Georgian houses,
and a handful of council estates. Attractive homes in and around Springfield
Park, are popular and...
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Cockfosters - EN4
Cockfosters, Just east of Enfield, at the
end of Piccadilly line, you will find the art deco Cockfosters station. The
area has a relaxed villagey feel and a strong community. The area is popular
with commuters, and...
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Colindale - NW9
Colindale, Just south of Edgware and Mill
Hill, Colindale is a relatively quiet suburb. There lots of greasy spoon cafes,
car show rooms and a few pubs in the area. Colindale Lodge, a beautiful Tudor
house stands on...
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Covent Garden - WC2
Covent Garden, Covent Garden, just west
of Holborn, Covent Garden is a popular attraction for both Londoners and tourists.
Well known for the market with the piazza, cobbled side streets, home to numerous
theatres and...
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Cricklewood - NW2
Cricklewood, Area Description: The area
by the station is dominated by the railway, freight depots, and motor-ways,
however the surrounding roads are residential. Properties vary from 1930’s
semis, converted flats, to...
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Dalston Kingsland - E8
Dalston Kingsland, North East London, close
to Islington. The area is home to a large Turkish community, and popular with
first time buyers, as there are a lot of bargains and rents tend to cheaper.
Property types are...
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Deptford - SE8
Deptford Zone 2, Immediately south of the river
Thames, Deptford is an increasingly popular area, undergoing regeneration in
parts. The riverfront is mainly industrial, and there are several unsightly
Tower Blocks. By...
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Drayton Green - W13
Drayton Green, West London, close to Ealing
Drayton Green is predominantly middle class, the properties vary in both price
and size generally becoming more expensive the further you go away from the
tracks. There area...
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Dulwich - SE21
Dulwich (Zone 2/3) A popular leafy area,
property types vary, but are mainly Victorian and Edwardian. There are a high
number of converted flats, but most of the houses have good size gardens. Roads
can get quite...
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Ealing Broadway - W5
Ealing, A residential middle class suburb,
with a wide range of property types, from converted flats to large Victorian
and Georgian houses. The area is popular with families as there are a number
of good schools,...
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Earls Court - SW5
Earls Court, Just West of South Kensington,
the area has a slightly transient feel, there are lots of hotels and travellers.
Its residents are a lively multicultural mix reflected in the many small business
and shops....
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Earlsfield - SW18
Earlsfield, South of the river, close to
Battersea. There are streets of Victorian and Georgian terraces, as well as
1920’s-30’s terraced and semi- detached ex council homes. The most
popular areas are...
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East Dulwich - SE22
East Dulwich, South of the river, popular
leafy area, property types vary, but are mainly Victorian and Edwardian. There
are a high number of converted flats, but most of the houses have good size
gardens. Lordship...
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East Finchley - N2
East Finchley, North London suburb, just
north of Hamstead Heath, with roads of terraced houses, to large homes with
adjoining cottages. Whilst prices are reasonable they tend to go up as you approach
Hampstead. The...
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Edgware - HA8
Edgware, At the end of the Northern line,
Property prices can be very cheap in Edgware, it is popular with families and
the Jewish community. The Broadwalk shopping centre, on the main high street,
as well as a...
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Eltham - SE9
Eltham, South of London a residential suburb,
The properties in the area are mainly 1930s, however there are a number of large
period homes which are attractive to families. There are plenty green areas,
with the...
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Enfield Town - EN1
Enfield Town, Enfield is the northernmost
part of London, a residential suburb with golf courses and greenbelt areas.
With all the open space it is popular with families, but also with commuters
as the transport links...
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Farringdon - EC1
Farringdon,There
is a combination of warehouses and commercial properties to some stunning
Victorian and Georgian terraced rows. Farringdon is a lively area, pubs serving
excellent food and several well known clubs, and...
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Finchley - N3
Finchley,
North London suburb, home to a large Jewish and Japanese community, with Ballards
Lane as the main local shopping high street. The properties are mainly large
Victorian and Edwardian terraces, and the area...
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Finsbury Park - N4
Finsbury Park, North London’s Finsbury
Park is a popular residential area, and parts fall into the boroughs of both
Camden, and Islington. Properties are mainly council estates and most of the
Victorian houses...
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Fulham - SW6
Fulham, West London’s, Fulham Broadway, is a vibrant, convenient
area to live. It has easy access to central London for commuting, and to New
Kings Road and Chelsea nightlife. Flats are common as well as roads of large
...
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Gloucester Road - SW7
Gloucester Road Centrally located in between
South Kensington and Knightsbridge. The station is on the busy Cromwell road,
where you will find lots of hotels and tall terraced houses, popular with affluent
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Golders Green - NW11
Golders
Green A
mixed but predominantly middle class, residential area with Golders Green Road
as its main high street. It is home to a large Jewish community and there are
plenty of Jewish, Indian and Japanese...
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Green Park - SW1
Green Park,in
the heart of Mayfair, next to St James Park, it is an expensive and sometimes
exclusive area. There are some stunning homes set on well maintained roads, and
luxury mansion blocks. It is popular with affluent...
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Greenford - UB6
Greenford,Close
to the A40, Greenford is a residential area, with roads lined with 1930’s semi
detached properties most with gardens. The property prices are generally cheap,
and the area is popular with people on a budget...
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Greenwich - SE10
Greenwich,
Just South of
the river Thames, and home to the infamous Millennium Dome, the area provides a
convenient location for those commuting to Canary Wharf and the city. There area
has a mixture of properties, and...
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Hammersmith - W6
Hammersmith,
is a convenient, central location with numerous transport links. Hammersmith
roundabout is usually always busy, however there are a lot of pretty smaller
tree lined streets with a relaxed village feel on...
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Hanwell - W7
Hanwell, Just West of Ealing, a leafy residential
suburb, popular with families. There are a range of properties ranging from
1930’s terraces near the station large and pricey Victorian houses as
you head toward...
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Harrow&Wealdst. - HA1
Harrow & Wealdstone, Popular with the
Asian community, properties are mainly 1930’s semis. Attractive to first
time buyers, as there are some good size reasonably priced properties. St Anne
and St George are the two...
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Hendon - NW4
Hendon, North London close to Brent Cross,
it is a mixed but predominantly middle class, residential suburb, popular with
families. There is a mixture of properties, ranging from Edwardian semis to
budget and luxury...
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Highgate - N6
Highgate, Just North of Hampstead, a wealthy
London suburb (home to millionaires row), and great views of London from certain
parts. There are a large number of stunning and very expensive homes in the
area, however...
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Holborn - WC1
Holborn, Central London, close to the city
and the West End. Being so close to the west end there are endless entertainment
options, however there are a number of restaurants and bars locally. Property
prices tend to...
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Homerton - E9
Homerton, North East London, between Hackney
Central and Hackney Wick, there are a mixture of properties, ranging medium
size Victorian houses and council estates. There are a number of small bars
and restaurants for...
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Hornsey - N8
Hornsey, North London, Hornsey is a quiet
attractive area, with plenty of green spaces, including Highgate Woods and Alexander
Park near by. There are a combination of properties, ranging from Victorian
Houses to...
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Islington - N1
Islington is largely residential, with
a number of lovely garden squares open to the public. Essex road and Upper street
are the main high streets, with small and unusual shops, and a lot of entertainment
on offer,...
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Kennington - SE11
Kennington,
South London, Close to Oval and Waterloo, The area has a mixture of council
estates and Victorian and Georgian property Attractive to young professionals
and city...
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Kensel Green - NW10
Kensal Green, is a quiet area, close to the Harrow road and Ladbroke Grove It
is a fashionable neighborhood, there are a mix of properties from council flats
to charming terraces, and a vibrant diverse community there too....
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Kensington - W8
High Street Kensington, A central location
for commuters and a haven for shoppers, with all the major High street names.
Kensington Church Street, which is the main through-road to Notting Hill, has
a combination of...
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Kilburn - NW6
Kilburn,
A
Vibrant and friendly area, near to Queens Park. Kilburn High road has is still
relatively cheap, and there are lots of bars and local restaurants near by.
Properties are
mainly Victorian terraces many of...
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Ladbroke Grove - W10
Ladbroke Grove, Properties range, there
are areas of large Victorian terraces, and it also home to architectually famous
Trellick Towers. Ladbroke grove and Portobello market are within walking distance.
A vibrant...
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Maida Vale - W9
Maida Vale,West London, delightful residential area, most popularly known for Little Venice.
There property types are mainly Victorian, large mansion blocks and house boats
along the Regents canal. There a number of bars...
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Mill Hill - NW7
Mill Hill, North West of Central London,
a residential area with open green spaces, and a few golf courses near by. The
Broadway is the area local high street, however Brent Cross Shopping Centre
is very close by....
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Mortlake - SW14
Mortlake: South of the river, just east
of Barnes, Mortlake has some beautiful riverside homes. Its name dates back
to the Doomsday book and it has had a long history of Brewing. Since the 1700s
there have been malt...
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Muswell Hill - N10
Muswell Hill, A wealthy Edwardian style
suburban area, with stunning period houses with large gardens. Being on higher
ground, from some points you can have great views over London. It is close to
Highgate and...
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New Cross - SE14
New Cross Gate, A slightly scruffy area
with a culturally diverse community. There isn’t an abundance of shops,
except for the Sainsburys at New Cross Gate. Accommodation is very cheap in
the area and is popular...
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North Finchley - N12
North Finchley is one of the largest town centres in the Borough of Barnet.North. Tally Ho Corner is considered the centre of North Finchley . It is predominantly a residential area, popular with young families with plenty of...
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Notting Hill Gate - W11
Notting Hill Gate (Zone 1)
Definitely one of London’s most cosmopolitan, and desirable areas to live,
famous for Portobello market and later the movie. Each year it hosts the Notting
Hill Carnival, and there is an...
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Nunhead - SE15
Nunhead, A quiet area, and the transport
link are not as convenient as in other places, however the reasonable prices
and spacious properties make up for it. Greenwich is close by for restaurants
and...
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Palmers Green - N13
Palmers Green, In the northernmost borough
of London, is a popular residential area. Palmers Green is full of Edwardian
properties, many of which have been converted into flats, making it attractive
to first time...
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Putney - SW15
Putney, South of the river, popular, leafy suburb, close
to the river. Putney High street is busy and has plenty of small shops, Putney
Exchange Shopping centre, numerous coffee shops, restaurants, and bars, with
...
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Regents Park - NW1
Regents Park, to the North of Central London, has long been a desirable area, the proximity to the park being the main attraction. It’s central location keeps it popular with professionals, as it is convenient for all central...
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Richmond - TW9
Richmond,
South of the river, Richmond has a high number of stunning period properties,
both large and small. The area is spacious and leafy, attractive to families,
and home to a community of Scandinavians, Americans and...
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Seven Sister - N15
Seven Sister, North London, in between Central
and South Tottenham, toward the end of the Victoria line. near the tube station
heading to Philip Lane ,you will find a number of converted Victorian terraces.
Properties...
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Shepherds Bush - W12
Shepherds Bush, is a lively central location,
home to Shepherds Bush Empire and the BBC. Properties are mainly Victorian with
a lot of converted flats, and despite it’s convenient location, prices
are still quite...
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Shoreditch - E1
Shoreditch, East London, just South of Hackney,
the area is full of warehouse and industrial conversions as well as council
properties. It attracts creative media types, and professional singles. It is
close to trendy...
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Silver Street - N18
Silver Street, A modern urban village with
its own shops, community centre and school. Silvertown is the small stretch
of land between the Royal Victoria Docks and the River Thames. There are a handful
of terraces off...
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Sloane Square - SW3
Sloane Square, Chelsea is still one of the
most desirable and prestigious areas in London. King’s Road, the main
shopping area, attracts crowds all year round. Most of the bars and restaurant
have smart dress...
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Southall - UB1
Southall, Just West of Ealing home to a
large Asian Community. The area is quiet and residential with two main shopping
streets full of Asian foods and goods. Properties are mainly 1930’s terraces,
and prices...
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Southgate - N14
Southgate, In the northernmost borough of
London, Southgate is an up market area with plenty of large period houses with
goods size gardens. The area is relatively affluent, and it attracts well off
families, and...
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Stamford Hill - N16
Stamford Hill, Just North of Stoke Newington,
a quiet residential area, popular with the Jewish community. There are predominantly
large Victorian and Georgian houses attractive to families. The main shopping
area...
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Thamesmead - SE28
Thamesmead, South of the river, only 30
Minutes from the West End. It is relatively cheap for a London borough. There
are a number of council estates in the area, making it popular for those on
a budget. The area has...
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Tottenham - N17
Tottenham, In the Eastern part of Harringey
Borough, Tottenham has a mixture of Victorian and Georgian houses to 1930’s
and council properties. South Tottenham is slightly more popular with access
to Seven...
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Upminster - RM14
Upminster,Close
to Hornchurch, Upminster is at the end of the District line, despite having an
Essex postcode, is still considered to be in London. There are parts with roads
of Edwardian family size homes. A large part of...
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Upton Park - E13
Upton Park, Close to East Ham, the neighbourhood
has mainly has smaller terraces and purpose built flats. The area has a large
Asian community, and many specialist shops and take aways locally. Commuting
is convenient...
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Walthamstow - E17
Walthamstow, East London, at the end of
the Victoria line, an increasingly popular area home to the famous dog tracks.
Properties are predominantly Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, many are
converted into...
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Walworth - SE17
Walworth, is a convenient South London location, popular with City workers as well as young professionals. Property and rental prices are reasonable, and is close to Oval and Kennington tube stations, providing easy access into...
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Wimbledon - SW19
Wimbledon, South of the river, Wimbledon
has a mix of properties from 1930’s semis to Edwardian homes. The Broadway
is the main high street, with a shopping centre and local shops and offices.
Between Copse Hill and...
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Woolwich - SE18
Woolwich, South of the river, properties
in the area a very cheap, and there has been a lot of developments recently.
There is an abundance of warehouses, and council blocks. Plumstead Common is
a popular spot with a...
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