Living in Surrey Quays SE16
If you’re looking for a great place to live with plenty of things to do, Surrey Quays is worth considering. With excellent transport links, plenty of local amenities and green areas, you’ll never be bored here!
Location and History of Surrey Quays
Surrey Quays is in southeast London, in the borough of Southwark, and borders Canada Water and Rotherhithe. It gets its name from being near the former Surrey Commercial Docks, which were filled in with rubble during WWII bombing raids. They are now home to shops, bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Surrey Quays is a popular place to live among young professionals due to its convenient location and good transport links. The area is served by Surrey Quays and Canada Water underground stations on the Jubilee line, as well as many bus routes. The area is also popular with families, with several schools located nearby.
Surrey Quays Property Values
Property values in Surrey Quays are high, reflecting its popularity and excellent location. If you are considering moving here, homes are more affordable than in some of the neighbouring areas, but you’ll still need a budget of at least £300,000 for a one-bedroom apartment. The most popular types of property in Surrey Quays are apartments, followed by terraced houses.
Surrey Quays – Aereal View
Things to do in Surrey Quays
Shopping and dining options in Surrey Quays are varied and plentiful. For shoppers and foodies, there are places like The Yellow House, and The Plough Way Café and deli in Greenland Place, as well as a variety of independent shops. There is a large Tesco and a Sainsbury’s supermarket located near Canada Water and Surrey Quays tube stations, as well as a few smaller convenience stores. For foodies, there is a great selection of restaurants serving cuisines from all over the world. And for those who enjoy a night out, there are plenty of pubs to choose from.
Russia Dock Woodland and Stave Hill Ecological Park make together 40 acres of publically accessible green landscape. From a pic-nic with frineds to a bycle ride or a run, Surrey Quays is one of the most green London’s neighbourhoods.
Nurseries and Schools in Surrey Quays
You will find a several outstanding nursery and primary schools in Surrey Quays and sourranding areas. Here is our current list:
Peter Hills with St Mary’s and St Paul’s Primary School
Buy or Sell Properties in Surrey Quays
Alex and Matteo Estate Agents are your Surrey Quays property experts. Whether you are looking to buy, sell or let property in Surrey Quays, or surrounding areas Alex and Matteo are happy to answer your real estate questions and provide a free property valuation or market appraisal.
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