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This pocket of south-east London has a low profile, with the exception of its train station, whose large size and high frequency of services to London seem at odds with its sleepy location.
Living in Hither Green
You will find Hither Green tucked in between Lee and the noisier, more urban Lewisham and Catford. Hither Green is being hailed by some as the new East Dulwich.
Hither Green is divided into two distinct halves by the railway lines. The smarter side towards Manor House Gardens and Lee costs about 15 per cent more than the less pretty Catford side, although the housing stock is fairly similar.
However, the Catford side now has an alternative to the standard terraced houses: Meridian South, a major redevelopment at the former Hither Green hospital site on Hither Green Lane, provides plenty of contemporary apartments, as well as its own shopping area.
The area is popular with commuting professionals, with young families, and also with those who've settled down already. It has a thirty and forty-something demographic rather than a young, footloose and fancy-free profile. It feels less cosmopolitan than nearby Lewisham.
Local residents boast that Hither Green is lovely and quiet, and you can get a decent sized house there for the cost of a cupboard in Islington. It also only takes 13 minutes to travel by train to London Bridge.
Transport
Hither Green is a major resource for the local commuter, with frequent, direct connections to London Charing Cross, Victoria and Cannon Street.
Local buses connect to Lewisham Town Centre, Greenwich, and other local towns.
The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) is accessible from Lewisham station.
There are two designated London cycle network routes through Hither Green.
For more detailed information on travelling around London visit www.tfl.gov.uk.
History and culture
Hither Green's origins lie along the medieval trade route of Hither Green Lane and its later growth as a Victorian suburb, following the construction of the South Eastern Railway in the 1860s.
The South Eastern Railway opened up Hither Green to residential development. By 1875 the first signs of suburban housing development were beginning to appear.
In 1896 Archibald Cameron Corbett, an MP and prolific builder, bought the 278 acres of North Park Farm and built almost 3,000 homes in Catford and Hither Green, on what is now known as the Corbett Estate.
Hither Green has a small but very pleasant park. Manor House Gardens, established in 1902, which has been restored with a pond, children's playground, café, tennis courts and a dog-free area thats great for picnics in the summer.
There's also an adjacent library, situated in the former Manor House itself. The original ice-house is occasionally open to the public on Sundays.
For further information please visit www.lewisham.gov.uk.
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Hither Green
2 bedrooms flat in Hope Close - Asking price of £170,000
Acorn are very pleased to offer this two bedroom first floor flat on to the market. The property boasts 15ft lounge, 13ft kitchen, two bedrooms and storage space. Further benefits include...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Glenmere Row, SE12 - Asking price of £415,000
Stunning development of 24 three to five bedroom luxury town houses designed to provide modern living, close to amenities but at an affordable price. The houses provide the most comfortable...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Grove Park, London SE12 - Asking price of £190,000
Location being the key, set in a quiet cul-de-sac lies this two bedroom terraced home. Internally the property benefits from a lounge area, kitchen and conservatory with double glazed doors...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Westhorne Avenue, SE12 - Asking price of £169,995
Acorn are pleased to offer this modern two bedroom flat onto the market. The property comprises of 14ft x 14ft lounge, two bedrooms, modern neutral kitchen and bathroom. Further benefits...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Baring Road, Lee,South East London - Asking price of £225,000
A well presented and spacious split level ground floor Victorian maisonette situated on Baring Road offering good access to Lee and Grove Park train stations, bus routes and shopping facilities....... view full details
1 bedroom house in Amblecote Meadows, SE12 - Asking price of £169,995
Acorn are delighted to present to the market this modern stylish house located close to Grove Park station in a popular gated development. Comprising a spacious living room, leading into a...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Southbourne Gardens, SE12 - Asking price of £194,950
A fantastic two double bedroom maisonette located in the ever popular Courtlands Estate. The property is set over three floors and is presented to a high standard throughout.... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Aislibie Road, Lee, London SE12 - Asking price of £395,000
Located in the popular Lee/Blackheath borders is this extremely well presented Victorian house, close to Manor House Gardens.... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Marvels Lane, Lee, London,South East London - Asking price of £125,000
Your Move are delighted to offer this one bed purpose built retirement flat situated in a popular location. The flat is set in well established communal gardens, also offering residents parking...... view full details
