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Living in Peckham
A dynamic and creative neighbourhood in southeast London, Peckham blends multicultural energy, Victorian charm and a thriving food and arts scene.
About Peckham
Peckham is one of London’s most vibrant and culturally rich areas, known for its diverse community, buzzing high street and creative scene. From Victorian terraces and Georgian cottages to bars and art galleries, the area offers a unique mix of old and new.
Locals enjoy green spaces like Peckham Rye and Burgess Park and a strong sense of community is reflected in grassroots initiatives and local events. With excellent transport links and a wide range of property types, Peckham attracts families, professionals and creatives alike.
Fact file
- In the 18th century, Peckham was a market garden town producing figs and melons.
- Thomas Tilling introduced London’s first scheduled bus service from Peckham in 1851.
- Peckham Library won the Stirling Prize for architecture in 2000.
Architecture and property
Peckham features a mix of Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and modern housing. Conservation areas like Bellenden Road attract buyers with their period charm, while Peckham North offers vibrant urban living. Nunhead provides spacious family homes and good schools. The area’s varied architecture suits a wide range of lifestyles and budgets.
Going out
Peckham’s food scene includes Peckham Bazaar, Ganapati, Mr Bao and Mamma Dough. Frank’s Bar offers rooftop cocktails with city views, while Bar Story and The Montpelier are local favourites. The CLF Art Café at the Bussey Building hosts club nights, theatre and film screenings. Peckham Plex offers affordable cinema and the South London Gallery provides cultural programming year-round.
Local amenities
Peckham Library, winner of the Stirling Prize for architecture, hosts baby and toddler reading sessions and a popular knitting club. Book lovers head to Review, a dog-friendly bookshop offering gifts and cards, and the driving force behind the Peckham Literary Festival.
For artisan food, The General Store stocks breads, cheeses, and wines, while Persepolis is the go-to for Persian delicacies. For groceries, there's a large Asda on Rye Lane, with Morrisons and Lidl nearby. Sweet treats come from Blackbird Bakery, known for handmade pastries and breads. Fitness fans can choose Peckham Pulse, with a gym, pool and cycle studio, or The Gym, a 24-hour option on Rye Lane.
Green spaces
Peckham Rye Park and Common offer ornamental gardens, woodland, and a playground. Burgess Park features sports pitches, a BMX track, and a large playground. Nunhead Cemetery provides peaceful walks among Victorian monuments. These green spaces are central to community life and ideal for outdoor activities.
Education
Peckham offers a broad selection of schools, including academies, faith-based institutions, and convenient access to independent schools in nearby Dulwich. Local options such as John Donne Primary School and Belham Primary School are popular with families for their inclusive environments and strong community ties.
Harris Academy Peckham provides secondary education with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. For older students, St Thomas the Apostle College offers a well-regarded Catholic secondary school experience.
Transport
Peckham is exceptionally well-connected, making it a desirable location for commuters and city explorers alike. Peckham Rye and Queens Road Peckham stations offer fast Overground and National Rail services to central London, including direct routes to London Bridge and Victoria.
These connections make travel into the city quick and efficient, whether for work or leisure. The area is also served by a wide range of bus routes, enhancing local mobility and access to surrounding neighbourhoods.
Properties for sale in Peckham
Goldsmith Road, Peckham, London, SE15
Offers in excess of £325,000 Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward are delighted to present this beautifully maintained two-bedroom home, offered in good condition throughout.
Amersham Road, New Cross, London, SE14
Set within an attractive Victorian building, this well-presented one-bedroom conversion offers over 528 sq ft of internal accommodation with the share of freehold and is ideally positioned for the excellent transport links of New Cross.
Located on the hall floor, the property provides a generously sized principal bedroom, separate reception area and bathroom, offering a practical layout with plenty of scope for a new owner to make their own mark.
The property is ideally placed just moments from New Cross Station, approximately 0.2 miles away, providing direct connections towards London Cannon Street. New Cross Gate is also around 0.4 miles away, offering frequent Overground services towards London Bridge, Clapham Junction and Dalston Junction.
Offered to the market with no onward chain, this is a well-located one-bedroom home that would make an ideal first purchase.
Ethnard Road, Peckham, London, SE15
Guide Price - £700,000 - £715,000
This spacious three-bedroom house is offered to the market chain free and provides well-proportioned accommodation with excellent scope for a new owner to make their own mark.
The property benefits from three genuine double bedrooms, making it ideal for families, sharers or those requiring additional space to work from home. To the ground floor, a generous through reception room provides a versatile living and entertaining area, while the large kitchen/dining room offers plenty of space for everyday family life.
Whilst the property would benefit from some cosmetic updating, the generous room sizes and practical layout provide an excellent foundation for improvement and personalisation. The combination of space, flexibility and potential makes this an appealing opportunity for buyers looking to create a home to their own taste.
Located on a quiet residential street, the property is conveniently positioned for Old Kent Road and excellent transport connections. Queens Road Peckham Station (Zone 2) and numerous bus routes provide easy access towards central London, while London Bridge, Borough Market and Bermondsey Street are all within easy reach.
Oglander Road, Peckham Rye, London, SE15
A charming two-bedroom period garden flat, ideally positioned on a desirable residential road between Peckham Rye and East Dulwich stations.
Occupying the ground floor of a characterful period property, this attractive home benefits from its own private entrance and a South-East facing private rear garden, providing an excellent combination of period charm, living space and valuable outdoor space.
The accommodation offers two well-proportioned bedrooms, a very bright reception room opening into the garden and a separate kitchen, with the property retaining attractive period features.
The location is exceptionally convenient, with both Peckham Rye and East Dulwich stations within easy reach, providing excellent connections into central London. The area also offers an impressive selection of independent cafés, restaurants, shops and local amenities, with Peckham Rye Park and Common close by.
Ethnard Road, Peckham, London, SE15
Guide Price £800,000 - £850,000. Five bed Victorian terrace of over 1550 square feet, renovated to a high standard with south-west facing city garden, on a residential Peckham street that’s close to brilliant bus connections on Old Kent Road. On-street permit parking available.
On the ground floor, a double reception to the front, and understairs shower room in the adjoining hallway to the kitchen/diner, fitted with triple Miele ovens and induction cooker, two fridges, and a utility cupboard with washer/dryer. There is a low-maintenance and dog-friendly garden to the rear with fixed-seating and a small shed with the gas boiler.
To the rear of the first floor is a large double bedroom with ensuite wet-room, then the family bathroom with bath and two more bedrooms to the front; one being another large double, and then the master bedroom stretching 13ft across the front of the house and currently configured as a projector room / office with fitted wardrobes and shelving.
On the second floor there is a standard double room with fitted wardrobes, then in the loft another full width master bedroom with ensuite currently configured as an upstairs sitting room with desk space and eaves storage.
Grab the Overground at Queen’s Road Peckham (15mins) or hop on a bus to Elephant & Castle for the tube (10mins). Tower Bridge or Waterloo or London Bridge are all a short direct bus ride away along with lovely Borough Market and Bermondsey Street. W Bunting is a five minute walk from the house; widely-considered south London's best butcher. Old Kent Road has a handful of large supermarkets. A big B&Q, Argos, Lidl, and PC World are all handy too. Parks? 56 hectare Burgess Park is Southwark’s largest park with tennis courts, sweet cafe, and even a lake! The lively centres of Peckham, Camberwell, New Cross and Deptford are also close by.
Sumner Road, Peckham, London, SE15
Guide Price £475,000 to £500,000.
A beautifully appointed two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment offering 832 sq ft of stylish contemporary living, complemented by a generous private balcony and access to an impressive communal rooftop terrace.
Positioned within a well-maintained modern development, the apartment immediately impresses with its excellent proportions and exceptional levels of natural light.
The spacious open-plan reception and kitchen create a superb setting for both entertaining and everyday living. Both bedrooms are well proportioned, with the principal bedroom benefiting from its own modern en-suite, while the additional bathroom provides further convenience for guests.
A particular highlight is the outdoor space. The wide private balcony provides an ideal extension of the living accommodation, while residents also have access to the beautifully maintained rooftop terrace , offering an enviable space to relax, entertain and enjoy far-reaching views. The development also benefits from secure cycle storage and a long lease.
Neville Close, Peckham, London, SE15
This attractive three-bedroom freehold terraced house offers generous accommodation throughout, having been well maintained by the current owners and providing an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking both space and convenience.
The property features three well-proportioned bedrooms, off-street parking and a private garage, alongside a private rear garden and a particularly appealing roof terrace on the first floor an ideal spot to enjoy the sunshine and relax outdoors.
Ideally positioned for the amenities of Peckham, the property is within easy reach of Peckham Rye station, offering convenient connections into the City and across London via National Rail and London Overground services. The vibrant shops, cafés, restaurants and independent businesses of Rye Lane are just a short walk away, as is Peckham Pulse leisure centre.
Carlton Grove, Peckham, London, SE15
Guide Price £325,000 to £350,000. This spacious three-bedroom maisonette is arranged over two floors and presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to modernise and create a home to their own taste. Offering well-proportioned accommodation throughout, the property combines generous living space with a practical layout.
The accommodation comprises a large reception room, a kitchen with ample cupboard storage and worktop space, three bedrooms and a family bathroom. Additional storage cupboards provide useful space throughout the home.
Ideally positioned for the amenities and transport links of Peckham, the property is within easy walking distance of Queens Road Peckham station, providing convenient connections into Central London. Peckham Rye Park, Burgess Park and Telegraph Hill Park are also within reach, while the surrounding area offers an excellent choice of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and local markets, creating a lively and well-connected neighbourhood.
Lausanne Road, Nunhead, London, SE15
Guide Price £900,000 - £1,000,000. A beautifully presented three-bedroom Victorian home arranged over three floors, combining period charm with stylish contemporary interiors.
The raised ground floor features a bright and spacious reception room with original floorboards, sash windows and an elegant cast-iron fireplace. To the lower ground floor, a superb open-plan kitchen and dining space is finished with bespoke Shaker cabinetry, quartz worktops and integrated appliances, with direct access to the private rear garden.
Three well-proportioned bedrooms include a generous principal bedroom with bespoke fitted wardrobes, alongside a modern family bathroom with both bath and separate shower.
The landscaped rear garden provides a peaceful space for relaxing and entertaining, with lawn, mature planting and a dedicated seating area.
Situated on Lausanne Road, the property is ideally positioned for the amenities of Peckham, Nunhead and New Cross, with Queens Road Peckham and Nunhead stations both within easy reach.
Peckham Rye, Peckham, London, SE15
A beautifully presented newly developed one-bedroom top floor apartment, finished to an high standard and ideally positioned in the heart of Peckham Rye.
This stylish apartment offers a contemporary finish that is ready to move straight into. The property features a bright open-plan kitchen. The fitted kitchen boasts sleek cabinetry, modern integrated appliances and quality worktops, while the luxurious new bathroom has been finished with elegant, high-specification fittings.
The double bedroom enjoys plenty of natural light, and the top-floor position provides a peaceful setting with an attractive outlook. Finished with neutral décor and modern flooring throughout, this apartment offers a perfect blend of style, comfort and practicality.
Perfectly located just moments from Peckham Rye, residents can enjoy an outstanding selection of independent cafés, restaurants, bars and boutique shops, along with the green open spaces of Peckham Rye Park. Excellent transport links are available via Peckham Rye Station, offering swift connections to London Bridge, Victoria, Blackfriars, Canada Water and the London Overground, making this an ideal home for commuters and first-time buyers alike.
St. Georges Way, Peckham, London, SE15
A bright and well-designed first floor two-bedroom apartment overlooking Burgess Park, set within a secure modern development and benefiting from allocated underground parking and a private balcony.
The property offers a open-plan kitchen and reception room with excellent natural light and plenty of room for dining and entertaining. The generous main bedroom, with a built in wardrobe, is complemented by a versatile second room.
Positioned moments from the green open spaces, cafés and sports facilities of Burgess Park, the property also benefits from excellent transport connections via Queens Road Peckham and Peckham Rye stations, providing easy access to London Bridge, Canada Water, Shoreditch, Victoria and the West End.
Ivydale Road, Nunhead, London, SE15
Set within one of Nunhead’s most desirable residential surroundings, this impressive five-bedroom Victorian house has been thoughtfully extended to create an exceptional family home, offering approximately 1,879 sq ft of beautifully presented accommodation.
From the moment you enter, the property combines the character and proportions associated with the Victorian era with a stylish, contemporary finish. The principal reception space provides a welcoming setting for both relaxing and entertaining, with a feature fireplace adding a wonderful focal point and a sense of period charm.
To the rear, the home truly comes into its own with a substantial extension creating a superb open-plan kitchen and dining space. Finished to a high standard and fitted with modern appliances, with direct access onto the rear garden. Beyond the garden, the property enjoys an attractive outlook towards open parkland, creating a peaceful setting. A separate utility room and ground-floor WC add further practicality.
The upper floors provide five excellent bedrooms, offering considerable flexibility for a family, guests or those requiring dedicated home-working space. Two tiled bathrooms serve the bedrooms.
The location is equally appealing, with Nunhead Station providing convenient rail connections into central London. The surrounding area has developed into a popular destination in its own right, with a great choice of independent cafés, restaurants, bars and local amenities. The historic and picturesque Nunhead Cemetery is also close by, providing extensive greenery, woodland walks and a tranquil escape from the pace of city life.
Combining generous proportions, impressive entertaining space, period features and a superb rear outlook, this is a distinctive Victorian home offering modern family living in one of South East London’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.
Calypso Crescent, Peckham, London, SE15
'Pay less with a zero deposit'. A one bedroom flat, with a separate study, to rent in this secure development in Peckham. This property boasts wooden floors throughout and is available November. Offered unfurnished. This property does not permit sharers!
Peckham Hill Street, Peckham, London, SE15
Well presented one bedroom ground floor apartment situated moments from amenities and transport links. This property has been completely renovated and offers modern decor throughout.
Peckham High Street, Peckham, London, SE15
Newly refurnished one bedroom property available to let from early September. The property is in close proximity to Peckham Rye train station and the high street.
Furley Road, Peckham, London, SE15
A lovely two-bedroom, two-bathroom purpose built Apartment for rent in a gated development with easy access to the Old Kent Road transport links. Available beginning December.
Southerngate Way, New Cross, London, SE14
End of terrace three bedroom house available to rent in this quiet residential area. This house offers natural light throughout and a private rear garden
Studholme Street, Peckham, London, SE15
'Pay less with a zero deposit'. New five bed property available to let from end July and furnished.
Furley Road, Peckham, London, SE15
Spacious modern two bedroom, two bathroom purpose built flat to rent in a gated development close to Peckham Rye station. Available to let in November. Unfurnished.
New Cross Road, London, SE14
Modern studio apartment available to rent in New Cross. Close to amenities and transport. Available from Mid-December
Burchell Road, Peckham, London, SE15
'Pay less with a zero deposit'. This one bedroom flat is located close to Queens Road Peckham Station offering excellent services into the City
Trafalgar Avenue, Peckham, London, SE15
A beautiful house finished to a very high standard with spacious rooms and lots of charm.
The house is set over four floors. On the lower ground floor is a stunning white gloss kitchen with breakfast bar, great light and a vast adjacent dining room with a wood burning stove.
Stairs lead up to a double reception room , large windows and many original features.
On the first floor there is a luxurious master bedroom suite with walk in wardrobe and newly fitted en-suite bathroom.
There are a further two double bedrooms and family bathroom on the second floor.
To the rear of the house is a lovely garden





















