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Genteel, wealthy and absolutely desirable, Blackheath is one of the jewels of South London. Whilst many of the region's villages have preserved elements of their village character, Blackheath, shielded by the Heath, by Greenwich Park, and by the A2 and A102(M), is almost completely a distinct village entity.
Of course this is partly down to its wealth. Blackheath is famously well-heeled and its social and property characteristics all devolve from this central fact. Its geographical isolation is notional - it is as close to Lewisham and Deptford in real terms as it is to its equally genteel neighbour Greenwich - but none the less strong for all that.
Blackheath property is led by its stunning Victorian and Edwardian properties, although there are also some excellent Georgian terraces including a couple of truly beautiful mansion blocks. The standard of Blackheath's homes is uniformly high - all are likely to be fitted to a very high standard, and well decorated. There are plenty of apartments largely retrofitted from pre-existing houses, although again, fronting the Heath, there are some apartment blocks offering wonderful views of one of the highest spots in London. One of the jewels of Blackheath is the Cator Estate, a gated estate on which sit some of the best houses in the village, large detached family homes sitting in lovely grounds and gardens. Prices in Blackheath are high, as befits one of the most desirable places in South London.
Living in Blackheath is a wealth of choice - or the choice of wealth, as you like it. There are a large number of restaurants and cafes, and the shopping is - though perhaps limited - top of the range, with some famous brands sitting alongside local jewellers and exclusive chains. An excellent arts centre provides theatre and music, and Blackheath is home to one of the prettiest and most distinctive churches in London. Sitting right next to not one but two of the best open spaces in London (both Blackheath itself and Greenwich Park are right next door) Blackheath's only problem is a small amount of traffic congestion at rush hours (particularly during school term time). If that doesn't bother you, then Blackheath is without doubt one of the most pleasant addresses in London.
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Area News for Blackheath
Blackheath primary school to be totally rebuilt
A primary school in Blackheath is to be fully rebuilt to update the ageing buildings, some of which date back to the Victorian times. Invicta primary School will have all new buildings constructed to replace the older ones.
Read Article ... Published on 20th January, 2015
Lewisham: Family friendly city living
Lewisham has a wide variety of activities and amenities available to residents and visitors. It is one of the most affordable boroughs throughout London, and as a result there are large numbers of young families and young professionals in the area. The borough is a vibrant and varied place to live, which incorporates a large mix of different cultures.
Read Article ... Published on 28th June, 2013
Greenwich: A leafy suburb not far from the heart of London
Greenwich, located in the SE10 postcode, is a great place for young people who want some greenery nearby, as well as easy access to the city of London.
Read Article ... Published on 18th August, 2011
Charlton: Rent a property in a London village
Background
Read Article ... Published on 1st June, 2010
2010 - The year of renting
As property prices rise in the UK, the philosophy of many Britons is changing, as more people come to the conclusion that rented accommodation can still be a home.
Read Article ... Published on 9th March, 2010
Rental tenants 'to benefit from green strategy'
People renting a home who are concerned they do not have the power to invest in improvements designed to make it more energy efficient may be pleased to hear the details of a new government green strategy which was announced yesterday (March 2nd).
Read Article ... Published on 3rd March, 2010
OFT letting agent ruling 'welcomed'
The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has announced a new ruling against one letting agent which it believed was charging landlords an unfair sum.
Read Article ... Published on 25th February, 2010
Could buyers cut out estate agents?
A new ruling designed to update existing legislation could allow more online estate agents to compete in the property market, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd February, 2010
'More innovation needed' in house selling
There needs to be more innovation when it comes to the buying and selling of homes, it has been asserted.
Read Article ... Published on 19th February, 2010
Could time be running out for tenants to use boiler scrappage?
Tenants hoping to achieve lower energy bills and reduced carbon emissions by taking part in the boiler scrappage scheme may wish to get their skates on, as demand is proving high.
Read Article ... Published on 15th February, 2010
Could DIY suffer as more people rent?
As increasing numbers of people are choosing to rent their home rather than climbing the property ladder, the DIY industry may suffer, it has been asserted.
Read Article ... Published on 10th February, 2010
Private rented sector 'essential to economy'
A new consultation document has this week been announced by the government which will focus on the role the private rental sector should play in the UK's housing market and the economy as a whole.
Read Article ... Published on 5th February, 2010
Land registry: House prices increasing
House prices in England and Wales continued to increase at the end of last year, which may mean the majority of UK properties continue to be unaffordable for many consumers.
Read Article ... Published on 1st February, 2010
Property prices 'double in ten years'
As the UK economy comes out of recession, many Britons may feel house prices are cheaper than they have been for some time following the property market crash.
Read Article ... Published on 27th January, 2010
Brits 'rely on credit as recession rumbles on'
It may seem to many as though the UK has been stuck in recession for ever, but although the economy has in fact just been in this status for 362 days, many people are still struggling.
Read Article ... Published on 20th January, 2010
One in ten landlords 'plan to buy'
In the first quarter of 2010, one in ten landlords are hoping to buy a residential investment property to add to their portfolio, new research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 20th January, 2010
'Forget loyalty' for a better deal
With the January sales now well underway, consumers have been advised not to automatically be loyal to their current financial service provider when looking for the best monetary deals.
Read Article ... Published on 14th January, 2010
Winter fuel bills 'will rise'
Britons who have chosen property to rent in London as a means of saving money during the credit crunch may be glad they did so, after it was revealed fuel bills may be slightly higher this winter.
Read Article ... Published on 11th January, 2010
Could tenants benefit from boiler scrappage scheme?
Britons living in or looking for flats to rent in Blackheath or elsewhere in London may wish to find out if their landlord has recently upgraded their boiler.
Read Article ... Published on 6th January, 2010
Britons 'need to budget in 2010'
Families in the UK now have more expendable income available to them than they did during 2008, it has been asserted, but taking care to budget is still advisable.
Read Article ... Published on 30th December, 2009
Property market 'still under pressure'
Property prices in the UK, along with the economy, are still continuing to be hard hit and this trend is likely to continue into the near future, one sector commentator has asserted.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd December, 2009
Landlords 'feeling comfortable about 2010'
The majority of UK landlords are feeling confident about the state of the buy-to-let market, new research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 16th December, 2009
Long-term mortgages 'could be cheaper'
The cost of the average two-year fixed-rate mortgage deal has reduced by the largest weekly amount since the beginning of the year, new research has found.
Read Article ... Published on 10th December, 2009
Is stamp duty relief just a 'sticking plaster'?
An early day motion has been raised in parliament, stating that the current stamp duty relief on properties valued at £175,000 or less should be extended past its December 31st deadline.
Read Article ... Published on 4th December, 2009
Private rental sector 'need government support'
As it increasingly becomes key to the UK's future housing strategy, it is important that the private rental industry receives support from the government, one group has urged.
Read Article ... Published on 30th November, 2009
Rural England 'needs more affordable housing'
More needs to be done to ensure that affordable housing is available in rural England, one sector commentator has claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 25th November, 2009
House prices 'could rise 5%'
A five per cent rise in house prices during 2010 "looks possible", it has been claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 20th November, 2009
Can tenants reduce their energy bills before winter?
While Britons may have opted to choose flats to rent in Blackheath or another part of London as it is cheaper than buying a new home, the thought of winter energy bills may be adding to their money worries.
Read Article ... Published on 16th November, 2009
Repossession forecast cut
Last year's projection from the Council of Mortgage Lenders, which estimated that 75,000 homes would be repossessed in 2009, has been amended to just 48,000 properties, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 13th November, 2009
Pre-winter jobs for tenants
As the cold weather approaches, winter could pose a number of threats to properties, including the possibility of central heating breaking down or water pipes freezing and bursting.
Read Article ... Published on 9th November, 2009
Should tenants get covered?
As the winter weather draws in, many people renting a home may be quick to turn up their central heating.
Read Article ... Published on 4th November, 2009
London house prices 'on the rise'
The September data from the Land Registry's House Price Index has revealed that property prices in the UK are continuing to rise steadily, which could mean that becoming a homeowner is out of reach for some Britons.
Read Article ... Published on 28th October, 2009
'Unprecedented demand' for London property
Britain's commercial property market has seen the largest rise in capital growth since June 2006, according to a recent report.
Read Article ... Published on 19th October, 2009
Londoners 'most concerned about climate change'
Across the UK, it is the people residing in the capital who are the most concerned about the impact climate change may have on future generations, new research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 13th October, 2009
Blackheath: Village living in Blackheath
Background
Read Article ... Published on 13th October, 2009
Unemployment 'making things difficult for buyers'
Record levels of joblessness are having a significant knock-on effect for many first-time buyers, one sector commentator has claimed, which may mean more people decide to continue renting.
Read Article ... Published on 5th October, 2009
Property expert 'happy to rent'
House prices are reported to be rising again in the UK, however, a property professional has questioned whether or not these increases will be sustainable.
Read Article ... Published on 17th September, 2009
Final year students 'may need help'
Students are increasingly feeling under financial pressure as they approach their final year of university, new research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 11th September, 2009
Should parents buy children a property?
Interest rates on buy-to-let mortgages can be quite high, a writer has recently claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 9th September, 2009
Affordable mortgages 'may not be answer to property slump'
News that affordable mortgages are coming to the market may not be enough to provide an answer to the ongoing housing market slump, one sector commentator has claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 4th September, 2009
'High-end tenants' searching the market
The private rented sector has a number of high-end tenants searching for property at the moment, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 27th August, 2009
Property prices hikes predicted
Flats to rent in Hammersmith or property to rent in Blackheath may prove to be among the more viable living options for young professionals in the coming years, as house prices are set to increase again.
Read Article ... Published on 11th August, 2009
NHPAU: Nine in ten young people can't afford property
New research suggests that nine in ten young people cannot afford to buy the average first-time buyer property.
Read Article ... Published on 10th July, 2009
Mayor focuses on property in London
All new homes built in London, including property to rent in Blackheath and flats to rent in Notting Hill, should address six key areas of design, according to a new guide.
Read Article ... Published on 8th July, 2009
TfL plans dual carriageway improvements
Improvements to sections of the A2 dual carriageway are to begin next week, Transport for London (TfL) has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 9th February, 2009