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Living in Clapham
Clapham is a well-established residential area that still reigns as king of the south west suburbs, drawing everyone from young professionals to young families into its green and pleasant web.
The feel of the area varies wildly. Clapham High Street, to the north, is younger and livelier, while young families are drawn to the more suburban atmosphere to the west and south of the Common.
Clapham High Street has a youthful vibe, with a lot of young graduates living there. The popularity of the area means there are high prices in all parts of Clapham.
Towards the South side of Clapham Common are large Victorian terraced houses, and youll find equally large Georgian and Victorian properties (some could almost be called villas) towards Clapham Old Town.
In between are many attractive mews and cottages, which makes this area a very sought after place. Clapham North has many Victorian terraces interspersed with council properties, which makes it a more affordable first rung on the property ladder for many people.
There are many good things about Clapham, including the open space of Clapham Common, great amenities, spacious period properties and a relaxed, suburban feel.
Transport
There are three tube stations Clapham North, Clapham Common and Clapham South, which are all on the Northern Line.
Services from Clapham High Street railway station get you to Victoria in 10 minutes.
Buses run to the West End and to the major rail hub of Clapham Junction, which is a 20-minute walk from the High Street or south side.
For further information on travelling around London visit www.tfl.gov.uk.
History and culture
Following the arrival of the railways, Clapham developed as a suburb for commuters into central London, and by 1900 it had fallen from favour with the upper classes.
Most of the grand houses had been demolished by the mid-twentieth century, though a few remain around the Common and in the Old Town, as do a substantial number of fine late eighteenth and early nineteenth century houses.
In the twentieth century, Clapham was seen as an unremarkable suburb, often cited as representing the ordinary people: the so-called "man on the Clapham omnibus".
Today of course its a different story. The Old Town is very picturesque with a good selection of bars and restaurants, as well as specialist shops.
Clapham High Street can look a bit on the scruffy side, but has an ever growing collection of bars and restaurants along here that cater for all tastes.
And, of course, Clapham Common is a huge draw to the area, providing a beautiful open space and keeping alive the strong community spirit by hosting a varied programme of events throughout the year.
For further information visit www.wandsworth.gov.uk.
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Clapham
2 bedrooms flat in Gauden road, Clapham, London SW4 - Asking price of £350,000
Nelsons present this beautiful 2 double bedroom garden flat within a victorian conversion just a stone throw away from Clapham north tube station and Clapham high street.125 year leasehold.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Brayburne Avenue, London SW4 - Asking price of £425,000
A wonderfully bright and spacious two bedroom split level maisonette ideally located on a quiet residential street in Clapham Old Town... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Lynette Avenue, Clapham, London SW4 - Asking price of £465,000
A truly stunning two double bedroom ground floor garden flat located within the heart of Abbeville Village and close to Clapham South... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Clapham High Street, London, SW4 - Asking price of £325,000
A lovely split level maisonette with own front enterance and eat in kitchen.... view full details
3 bedrooms flat in Clapham Common North Side, London SW4 - Asking price of £549,950
This beautifully presented three bedroom garden flat offers an excellent balance of living and entertaining space and is located only a stones throw away from the popular wide and open spaces of...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in St. Alphonsus Road, London SW4 - Asking price of £345,000
This flat is situated on the first floor in a new development only moments from Clapham High Street. The flat has bright and spacious accommodation offering two double bedrooms, a reception room,...... view full details
3 bedrooms flat in Trouville Road, London SW4 - Asking price of £495,000
An absolutely stunning first floor, three double bedroom flat in this pretty Victorian mansion block in the heart of the 'Abbeville Village'. The flat has been totally refurbished and is...... view full details
5 bedrooms house in Elms Crescent, London SW4 - Asking price of £980,000
A wonderfully proportioned Victorian terraced house in a superb location moments from the shops of the Abbeville Village. Downstairs the wide double reception room leads through French doors to...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Crescent Lane, London SW4 - Asking price of £365,000
A fantastic one bedroom garden flat on this popular road within the Abbeville Village. The flat is beautifully presented throughout retaining many period features. There is wonderful entertaining...... view full details
