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Forest Hill is a peaceful, leafy suburb with good transport links and lower-than-average property prices.
Living in Forest Hill
Steeply wooded hills that were part of the Great North Wood were cut down in the 18th century to supply oak for the naval yards in Deptford.
Shortly after Queen Victoria came to the throne, the railway arrived and once the station was built the construction of houses followed.
"High and healthy" was how Forest Hill was described in the 1930s as it is situated on one of the highest hills in London with spectacular views of the capital and the North Downs.
Much of Forest Hill was developed by E. C. Christmas who built large detached houses in the early years of the 20th century and then, between the wars, converted them into flats.
Today, Forest Hill is a charming "up and coming" suburb in the Borough of Lewisham with excellent transport links to Central London, a good choice of local schools, complemented by parks, shops and restaurants.
There is a mix of large Victorian and Edwardian villas, 1930s semis, contemporary townhouses and low-rise apartments that line the Hills, Vales and Avenues of Forest Hill.
The town centre is home to 150+ independent businesses offering a wide range of goods and services but Forest Hills most impressive asset lies to the west.
Dulwich Park has sports fields, parkland, a large area of dense woodland and the spectacular greens and fairways of Dulwich & Sydenham Hill Golf Course.
Transport
Forest Hill railway station is right in the centre of town and provides a swift link to London Bridge, Waterloo East and Charing Cross.
For information regarding bus routes that serve Forest Hill and for the London Underground, please visit www.tfl.gov.uk/gettingaround/default.aspx.
For details of train services please visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/.
History and culture
The Horniman Museum was opened in 1901 and stands on the heights of Forest Hill in a lovely 16-acre park and gardens.
It houses one of the finest collections of musical instruments in the British Isles, and within its gardens is an animal enclosure and a Grade II listed early 20th century greenhouse.
Forest Hill Library reopened in 2008 after being completely modernised and refurbished. In 2001 it hosted 'an evening with J. K. Rowling' which was attended by children from the local Fairlawn Primary School.
Many famous people were born or have lived in Forest Hill including Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the German Protestant theologian who was killed by the Nazis for helping Jews escape to Switzerland.
Other notable residents include Kate Bush, James Callaghan, Raymond Chandler the novelist, Hollywood stars Boris Karloff and Leslie Howard, Terry Waite, Timothy Spall and ex-footballer, Ian Wright.
For further information about Forest Hill, please visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/.
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Forest Hill
2 bedrooms flat in Marler Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 - Asking price of £269,950
A well presented Victorian conversion situated on a residential road and boasts period features with good living space.... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Lowther Hill, Forest Hill,South East London - Asking price of £475,000
Halfapercent Estate Agemnts as SOLE AGENTS are delighted to offer- A large four bedroom 1930s family home that offers fantastic views and most excitingly access to an extensive private park, with...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Fermor Road, SE23 - Asking price of £389,995
located on this quiet residential road in Forest Hill is this three double bedroom Victorian house. The accommodation consists of 26ft through lounge, 13ft kitchen/diner and to the first...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Dartmouth Place, Forest Hill, London SE23 - Asking price of £195,000
This funky converted commercial building is a short distance from the station and shops at Forest Hill, in one of Forest Hill's recently developed areas. The property has been many things since it...... view full details
5 bedrooms flat in Benson Road, SE23 - Guide Price of £595,000
Development opportunity or for the buyer looking to modernise to their own specification. Double fronted house in a sought after location. Five bedrooms, three bathrooms, three receptions...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Sydenham Rise, Forest Hill, SE23 - Asking price of £449,950
A wonderful four bedroomed house generously presented over three levels with beautiful, elevated rear garden and access to secure, communal woodland.... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Tyson Road, SE23 - Asking price of £145,000
Located just off of Devonshire Road and within walking distance to the station is this ground floor Victorian conversion flat. The flat comprises lounge/kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom...... view full details
studio flat in Paxton Road, SE23 - Asking price of £129,995
Situated within the popular modern development on Paxton Road is this spacious studio flat. Available with no onward chain and with access to a communal swimming pool and gymnasium we feel...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Bovill Road, London SE23 - Auction guide price of £190,000
For sale by auction* flat on 1st floor with 2 beds which is leasehold with vacant possession. ... view full details
