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Living in East Dulwich

East Dulwich offers a perfect blend of village charm and urban buzz, with excellent schools, period homes and a thriving high street just 15 minutes from central London.

About East Dulwich

Nestled between Dulwich Village and Peckham, East Dulwich is a sought-after neighbourhood that combines leafy tranquillity with vibrant community life. Lordship Lane is the area’s lively centre, lined with organic grocers, boutiques and cafés. Families are drawn to its attractive Victorian and Edwardian homes, excellent state schools and proximity to green spaces. With strong transport links and a wholesome, creative atmosphere, East Dulwich continues to attract professionals and growing families.

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Enid Blyton was born above a shop on Lordship Lane.

Dulwich Library was opened in 1897, with its foundation stone laid by Sir Henry Irving.

The Grade II listed ‘Concrete House’ on Lordship Lane is a rare surviving example of 19th-century concrete architecture.

Architecture and property

East Dulwich’s housing stock is dominated by spacious Victorian and Edwardian homes, originally built for London workers seeking suburban comfort. Many properties feature generous gardens and family-friendly layouts. The area also includes cottage-style houses and modern flats, with the Dulwich Estate still managing large parts of the land. Families tend to stay long-term, often upgrading to larger period homes as their needs grow.

Going out

Lordship Lane is the heart of East Dulwich’s dining scene, with favourites like The Palmerston, Franklins and Thai Corner Café. The East Dulwich Tavern hosts film nights and jazz evenings, while Dulwich Picture Gallery offers exhibitions and art classes. The Dulwich Festival Fair brings the community together each May with food, music and family fun.

Local amenities

East Dulwich’s stores are full of character. Hop Burns & Black on East Dulwich Road combines three passions craft beer, fiery hot sauces and vinyl records. Moxons on Lordship Lane is one of London’s best for fresh seafood and can source almost anything with enough notice.

Foodies flock to the lively North Cross Road Market for organic meats, artisan breads, fresh fish, and handmade treats. Everyday essentials are covered by Sainsbury’s on Dog Kennel Hill, which has a large car park and is minutes from East Dulwich station.

For fitness, Dulwich Leisure Centre offers a 25-metre swimming pool, gym, café, creche and popular group exercise classes. Book lovers will enjoy Dulwich Library, which hosts reading groups, poetry sessions, craft clubs and a weekly film club, while Grove Value Library is a favourite for toddler and baby groups.

Green spaces

East Dulwich is surrounded by beautiful parks and woodlands. Sydenham Hill Wood offers forest walks and a bat roost in a disused railway tunnel. Dulwich Park features a boating lake, tennis courts, and a bowling green, while Peckham Rye Park and Common provide open meadows and restored Victorian gardens. These green spaces are ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

Education

East Dulwich is known for its excellent schools, offering both state and independent options that appeal to families across South London. The area is home to highly regarded institutions such as Dulwich Hamlet Junior School, Dulwich Village Infants School, The Charter School East Dulwich and Kingsdale Foundation School. These schools provide strong academic foundations and are praised for their inclusive environments and community engagement.

Transport

East Dulwich benefits from reliable and efficient transport links, making it a convenient location for commuters. East Dulwich station offers direct trains to London Bridge in around 15 minutes, providing quick access to the city centre. Nearby Peckham Rye station expands connectivity with services to Victoria and access to the London Overground. 

The area is well-served by a range of bus routes, linking to destinations such as Brixton, Elephant & Castle and beyond. Cycling is also popular, with dedicated bike lanes and a strong local cycling community, including members of the Dulwich Paragon club. 

Properties for sale in East Dulwich

Kempis Way, North Dulwich, London, SE22 - Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward
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Kempis Way, North Dulwich, London, SE22

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A beautifully finished two double bedroom home on Kempis Way, SE22, offering 828 sq ft of refined, contemporary living. The house has been thoughtfully designed to balance elegance with comfort, featuring an impressive southfacing garden that becomes a natural extension of the living space. The openplan kitchen and reception room creates a sophisticated yet welcoming environment, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. With the added benefit of offstreet parking, this is a rare opportunity to secure a highquality home in a coveted pocket of East Dulwich.
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Underhill Road, East Dulwich, London, SE22 - Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward
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Underhill Road, East Dulwich, London, SE22

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Situated within a stunning Victorian building, this excellent-sized one-bedroom ground floor flat offers bright, well-proportioned accommodation in a highly sought-after location.
The property features a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, creating a fantastic space for both everyday living and entertaining. The generous double bedroom is complemented by a well-appointed bathroom, while the ground floor position provides convenient access throughout.
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Underhill Road, East Dulwich, London, SE22 - Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward
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Underhill Road, East Dulwich, London, SE22

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Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward are delighted to present this absolutely outstanding five-bedroom Victorian family home, finished to an exceptional standard throughout. Beautifully combining period character with contemporary design, the property has been thoughtfully redesigned and extended to create an elegant and highly functional home, perfectly suited to modern family living.
A standout feature is the architect-designed ground floor extension and newly created top floor, both conceived by STAC Architecture. The ground floor has been carefully designed to maximise light, space and practicality with direct access to a beautifully sized private garden, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Particularly impressive is the excavated lower-level family area, where the floor has been dug down to create additional ceiling height and a striking sense of volume. The subtle step-down and Crittall bespoke steel internal windows adds architectural interest while enhancing the flow and openness of the space.
At the heart of the home is a spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, providing the perfect environment for everyday family life and entertaining alike. The bespoke kitchen, handcrafted by FincH, combines timeless design with excellent oak storage and is complemented by a range of premium appliances including Siemens ovens, microwave and dishwasher, a Fisher & Paykel American-style double fridge/freezer, and a Quooker boiling water tap. The carefully curated colour palette throughout the house was designed by Stealth Design, creating a cohesive, stylish and welcoming atmosphere.
Further enhancing the practicality of the home is a bespoke boot room fitted by Hammonds, completed in March 2025 and offering exceptional storage for busy family life. Adjacent to the boot room is a beautifully finished ground floor cloakroom featuring Italian marble tiling, hand-cut, reflecting the quality craftsmanship and attention to detail evident throughout the property. A separate reception room provides additional flexible living space and creates an excellent balance between open-plan and more formal accommodation.
The loft conversion (recently completed in April 2026) represents a significant enhancement to the property. This impressive top floor comprises a spacious principal bedroom, contemporary shower room and bright landing area. Air conditioning has been installed throughout all bedrooms, with each room benefiting from independently controlled units. Two of the bedroom units offer both heating and cooling functions, ensuring year-round comfort.
Comfort and energy efficiency have been carefully considered throughout. Underfloor heating runs beneath the oak flooring across the entire ground floor, while the family bathroom benefits from its own separate underfloor heating system. The property further benefits from gas-fired central heating and hot water supplied via a combi boiler, together with double glazing. The working open fireplace creates an inviting focal point.
Offering generous accommodation across five bedrooms, exceptional entertaining space and a meticulous standard of design and finish, this is a truly remarkable family home that effortlessly blends Victorian charm with modern luxury. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this outstanding property has to offer.
Perfectly psitioned for the parks of Peckham Rye and Dulwich and the restaurants and amenities of Lordship Lane; and well connected to Peckham Rye and East Dulwich station providing access to multiple London Stations including Victoria, London Bridge, Farringdon and Canada Water.
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Boxall Road, London, SE21 - Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward
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Boxall Road, London, SE21

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A rare opportunity to acquire a new four bedroom house that has recently been built from the ground up. Done to an exceptional standard with four double bedrooms and private outside space.
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Pellatt Road, London, SE22 - Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward
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Pellatt Road, London, SE22

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A superb large two double bedroom first floor maisonette to rent in the heart of East Dulwich.
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Rosendale Road, West Dulwich, London, SE21 - Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward
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Rosendale Road, West Dulwich, London, SE21

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Extremely well presented two bedroom Victorian mansion flat to rent located on the first floor with a private balcony near West Norwood and West Dulwich
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