The idea of living in Greenwich is a hugely appealing prospect for many Londoners. A World Heritage Site with one of London’s best parks, a historic market, beautiful riverside districts and all the attractions of the O2 and the Greenwich Peninsula. This south-eastern corner of the city certainly is an outstanding option for property hunters.
We take a look at the ten highest-rated new developments in Greenwich. These ratings are based on verified resident reviews. This makes them a trustworthy way of sorting the good from the bad when it comes to new build Greenwich apartments and houses.
Living in Greenwich
The Royal Borough of Greenwich stretches from Deptford in the West, across to Charlton in the East. It extends south to the A2 that cuts through Blackheath on the edge of the Royal Park. The area around Greenwich Village is the historic heart of the borough and forms the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You’ll also find the Cutty Sark Museum here. Along with Greenwich Market, The Old Royal Naval College and the National Maritime Museum. The entrance to the Victorian foot tunnel is also on the riverside. It provides pedestrian access across the Thames to the Isle of Dogs.
Greenwich Park forms one of the largest green spaces in South East England. It boasts a rich royal history – Henry VIII kept deer there for hunting. Also, Charles II chose to build the Royal Observatory there in 1675. Just south of the park, the large open space of Blackheath also provides residents with an appealing green space to relax in. Further to the east, Greenwich Peninsula includes a small ecology park with hides for birdwatching.
If you’re interested in living in Greenwich, you can choose from a wide range of property types. A large number of new developments sit along the riverside. These include Deptford Creek, Greenwich Peninsula and out towards Woolwich. Beautiful Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian homes can be found clustered around the Royal Park. Not to mention to the east of Greenwich Village.
Top 10 places to live in Greenwich
Now it’s time to see exactly what Greenwich has to offer those looking to make a new home for themselves there. From high-rise masterpieces to more simple, clean-cut homes, Greenwich is home to some of the most desirable yet attainable real estate in the capital.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
