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Thamesmead: a "new town" built within a capital city.
Living in Thamesmead
Thamesmead, a "new town", was built on the banks of the River Thames on land that once formed part of the Royal Arsenal. It is located beyond Woolwich on the border with Kent.
It would be difficult to find a building here more than 20 years old, and new housing developments have been built along the riverbank in Thamesmead North. With further building in progress, Thamesmead is a rapidly developing area.
Thamesmead is becoming one of Londons up and coming areas, and is particularly popular with first time buyers and young families.
The older parts of Thamesmead have a mixture of medium-rise and 12-storey blocks of flats, system-built in concrete, whereas the newer properties have a more traditional design and are built in brick. Thamesmead South is mainly made up of large council estates.
The towns planners have striven to make the area an attractive place to live by planting trees and creating water gardens. There are properties with views of the River Thames to the west, north and east, which is where the Riverside Golf Course offers prime view of passing shipping.
The main shopping area is in Thamesmead Central, but it is limited, so residents head to Woolwich, Greenwich or Bluewater Shopping Centre for a wider selection of shops, cafés and restaurants.
Transport
The nearest rail link is approximately one mile to the south of Thamesmead Central at Abbey Wood. The journey time into London Bridge Station is approximately 25 minutes.
There are a number of bus routes that connect the various parts of Thamesmead to Central Thamesmead, Woolwich, Abbey Wood and Plumstead.
For more detailed information on travelling around London visit www.tfl.gov.uk.
History and culture
Thamesmead was developed by the Greater London Council (GLC). It was the Ministry of Defences decision in the early 1960s to give the London County Council 1000 acres of marshland previously occupied by the Royal Arsenal that gave impetus to the project.
There are ambitious plans for the development of a proper town centre, and also further residential riverside developments.
Thamesmead has a network of waterways and lakes, including Southmere, where sailing, boating, fishing and birdwatching take place, as well as the Riverside Golf Course in Thamesmead North.
Cycling enthusiasts can ride along a cycle route from Thamesmead to Canary Wharf on a mainly traffic free route.
For further information please visit www.bexley.gov.uk and www.greenwich.gov.uk.
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Thamesmead
2 bedrooms flat in Greenhaven Drive, West Thamesmead - Asking price of £145,000
Stamp duty exempt-no onward chain- a 616sqft (67sqm) first floor, two double bedroom apartment with a balcony and direct westery river views, located within a modern development on greenhaven...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Redbourne Drive, London SE28 - Asking price of £105,000
Two bedroom ground floor purpose built flat, situated in North Thamesmead close to Thamesmead Golf club and The River Thames. The accommodation comprises of entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, two...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Bellermine Close, London SE28 - Asking price of £182,500
Situated within a small close in West Thamesmead close to local amenities, British Rail and Plumstead Bus Garage is this three bedroom terraced house. The property comprises entrance hall, ground...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in London SE28 - Asking price of £150,000
Located in the ever popular West Thamesmead area is this two bedroom terrace house, circa 1985.... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Bridge House, Defence Close, London SE28 - Asking price of £110,000
Situated on the second floor and forming part of a new development in West Thamesmead is this one double bedroom apartment, which offers views over The River Thames. The accommodation comprises...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Bellarmine Close, Thamesmead, London SE28 - Asking price of £182,500
Chain Free!!! A well presented, three bedroom mid-terrace house, situated in a quiet cul-de-sac within a modern West Thamesmead development. With a guest WC, large lounge, kitchen/diner, en-suite...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in London SE28 - Asking price of £120,000
Forming part of a small purpose built block is this two bedroom first floor flat with entry phone security system. The accommodation briefly consists of entrance hall, lounge with door to the...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Thamesmead, London SE28 - Asking price of £229,950
Situated in the enviable West Thamesmead is this three bedroom semi detached family home with a gated garage en bloc. The accommodation briefly consists of downstairs WC, lounge with french doors...... view full details
1 bedroom house in Nuthatch Gardens, London SE28 - Asking price of £135,000
As Vendors sole agents, Harrison Ingram are pleased to present to the market this one bedroom mid terrace house, which in our opinion, would make an ideal first time or investment buy. The...... view full details
