Living in Streatham Common

Situated in the London Borough of Lambeth, Streatham Common is an up-and-coming area with great potential. The tree-lined residential streets, spacious properties with gardens and the Common, complete with woodland, are all making it popular with families. First-time buyers and investors are also increasingly looking at Streatham Common as property prices tend to be far cheaper here than in nearby Balham, Clapham or Wandsworth. Streatham Common is a pleasant and friendly area to live in and you’ll find a strong sense of community spirit.

Property in Streatham Common

The majority of properties to be found in Streatham Common are Victorian houses or 1920s terrace homes. Streatham Lodge Estate is one of the up-and-coming areas, located just south of Streatham Common, where you’ll find affordable Arts and Crafts houses and 1920s terrace homes. Sought-after quiet residential areas such as those on Fontaine Road or Braxted Park offer large terrace and semi-detached houses that are popular with families.

Local Amenities in Streatham Common

Streatham Common is a great area for nature lovers and families. The Common provides a large green space with woodland and picnic areas that makes it perfect for walking dogs, jogging around or simply relaxing in on sunny weekends. Streatham Common is also home to The Rookery - a delightful and enchanting small formal garden complete with an ornamental pond and a café. 

If you are looking for entertainment and somewhere to eat or drink, The Waterfront, located at the end of Greyhound lane next to the Common, is a prominent Gastropub that combines all three perfectly. The pub serves excellent Italian food and regularly hosts live music and comedy nights. The Pied Bull on the High Road is a large traditional style pub that offers pool tables, jukebox, dinning area and beer garden equipped with a heated smoking area. 

The main shops in Streatham Common can be found on the High Road and include a Sainsbury’s supermarket.

Transport in Streatham Common

Streatham Common has its own railway station that provides regular service into Central London in less than 30 minutes. Nearby Streatham Hill and Streatham railway stations also provide great access to the City. The nearest tube stations can be found in Balham (Northern Line) or Brixton (Victoria Line). 

Buses running from Streatham Common include the 60 (to Croydon), the 118 (to Brixton) and a regular night bus - the N133 from Liverpool Street.

Estate Agents in Streatham Common

As one of the leading Streatham Common estate agents, Beresford Residential offers a wide selection of property for sale in Streatham Common, ranging from studio apartments to family homes. We are also proud to be one of the few fully regulated Streatham Common Letting Agents and have a wide portfolio of property to rent in Streatham Common and the surrounding areas.

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