Streatham Hill can be found in the south of London as part of a hub of vibrant communities including Balham, Brixton, Clapham and Tooting. With the growing buzz of local businesses along Streatham High Road, balanced with the serenity of green open space found on Streatham and Tooting Commons, the area is perfect for families. Great transport links to central London also make the area commuter-friendly and ideal for young professionals.
Streatham means “the hamlet on the street”. However, nowadays it is far removed from its status as a hamlet resting on the Roman road from London to Brighton and Hove. It has developed its own unique character thanks to the 400 businesses that thrive along the longest high street in Europe, Streatham High Road. The Victorian and Edwardian villas that line the streets lend a sense of established grandeur to the recently established local businesses.
The proximity to Streatham Common allows access to a versatile green space that can be enjoyed by dog-walkers and joggers, or those who would like to amble through the woodland that is rich in wildlife. A formal garden, The Rookery, boasts a garden area that that is on the English Heritage Register of Historic Gardens and is also home to the Rookery Café for those who would like to enjoy the tranquillity of the open space with a cup of tea and a slice of cake.
Family-friendly local facilities include the Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre which offers access to swimming pools, soft play and a whole host of sports clubs, as well as London’s only Olympic-sized ice rink. It is complemented by a choice of excellent schools in the area providing the ideal setting for children of all ages.
Property types in Streatham Hill
Amidst the red-brick Victorian and Edwardian villas that stretch from Streatham High Road, there are also later family houses that vary in size. The Leigham Court Estate Conservation Area includes the “ABC avenues”, Amesbury, Barcombe and Cricklade, home to terraced houses and maisonettes which, although many are now privately owned, were early examples of social housing. The Streatham Park and Garrads Road conservation area is largely populated by three-storey semi-detached Edwardian houses.
The most desirable roads can be found in the Telford Park Estate with its Victorian Arts and Crafts detached and semi-detached homes. First-time buyers and downsizers can also find one- and two-bedroom flats in Pullman Court, the first major work of the modernist architect, Frederik Gibberd.
Buying in Streatham Hill
What will you get for your money?
On average, over the last 5 years, Streatham Hill property prices have grown at 4% per year.
One-bedroom properties start at around £300,000 but go up to over £500,000 for apartments in modern developments.
Two-bedroom apartments start at £250,000, with period terraces closer to £500,000. Larger properties in Streatham can reach as much as £900,000.
Family homes located on tree-lined streets are rare, starting at £1 million in areas such as Leigham Court Estate Conservation Area and Streatham Park and Garrads Road conservation area, and fetch up to £2 million in the popular Telford Park Estate.
Renting in Streatham Hill
What will you get for your money?
Studios and one-bedroom apartments start at around £800 pcm, with more spacious properties commanding around £1,200 pcm in rent. High-specification and garden flats are on the market for as much as £2,000 pcm.
Two-bedroom properties begin at £1,300 pcm throughout the area and increase to £1,700 pcm for well-presented apartments in Victorian villas. Rental costs can increase to £1,800 pcm for high-specification apartments around Tulse Hill and Streatham Hill stations.
Streatham Hill is a popular market for young professionals due to its excellent transport links via the Victoria line and Southern rail; it takes only 20 minutes to reach the centre of London.
Families looking for larger properties to rent will pay around £2,500 pcm for a four-bed house, and rents can increase up to £5,000 pcm for luxury family homes.
The average council tax in the area is £1,746 per annum.
Discover more
Streatham High Road is a haven of local businesses for residents to explore. There are some fantastic cafes and restaurants including Perfect Blend, a café bistro which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner menus packed with simple, delicious food for all occasions. These are complemented by great bars like the Streatham Wine House which has a list of over 200 wines from around the world. They hold supper clubs and movie nights, and you can even become a member of their own wine club.
Streatham Hill is also home to The Hideaway, an award-winning live music and comedy venue. Its laid-back atmosphere is the perfect setting in which to enjoy jazz, funk, reggae, swing and soul music from top class artists. Lovers of local arts and theatre should visit Streatham Space Project, a registered charity committed to using creativity to bring people together.
Green spaces in Streatham Hill
Streatham Common, only a stone’s throw from Streatham Hill, boasts a versatile green space that can be enjoyed by everyone. Each year an eclectic range of events are held here including the Streatham Kite Day, Open Air Theatre and the Fun Dog Show. Families can make use of the new outdoor play area which was fitted with updated, modern play equipment in December 2017.
The Rookery is an off-shoot of Streatham Common that is rich in wildlife and provides an oasis of calm. Events held in the Rookery include afternoon live acoustic music and nature displays. Both Streatham Common and The Rookery are run by The Friends of Streatham Common who are a registered charity.
Nearby, there is also Tooting Bec Common, a vast open space with a resident track and athletics club and largest outdoor lido in the UK. In contrast, just 5 minutes’ walk from Streatham High Road, Hillsides Garden may be a small open space but, with the help of local volunteers, it has plenty to offer.
Streatham Hill transport links
The Southern Railway line runs from Streatham Hill and Streatham Common stations providing access to London Victoria in 20 minutes and London Bridge in 23 minutes.
Brixton can be reached in just 10 minutes via frequent bus routes. The London Underground Victoria line runs from Brixton ensuring residents are well-connected to all of London. The Night Tube also runs on the Victoria line with trains arriving every 10 minutes.
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