Overview
First recorded in 1247, East Sheen became a separate manor from neighbouring Mortlake around 1500. Dominated through the 17th and 18th centuries by a small number of grand mansions, the area was gradually divided into the leafy residential streets that define its character today.
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Looking for a home in East Sheen? Speak to Jane Wood & Associates for a discreet, highly personalised search shaped around your priorities.
Our Insight
East Sheen suits buyers seeking family houses close to Richmond Park and the river. The market spans detached family homes, Victorian cottages, and Edwardian family houses, plus some contemporary apartments. Understanding the differences between the various pockets is essential to making the right decision.
Why live in East Sheen
- Direct access to Richmond Park via Sheen Gate, one of London’s great open spaces.
- A village atmosphere, with shops and cafes along Upper Richmond Road, Sheen Lane, and White Hart Lane.
- Excellent local schools, both state and independent, drawing many young families to the area.
- Palewell Common, offering further green space, sports facilities, and a pitch and putt course.
- Easy access to Barnes, Kew, and Richmond.
Property Landscape
On the roads closest to Richmond Park, East Sheen offers a number of substantial detached homes, while the streets either side of Upper Richmond Road offer a selection of smaller Victorian and Edwardian semi-detached and terraced houses, plus a good selection of terraced cottages. A small number of more contemporary apartments can also be found along the river.
East Sheen Highlights
- Milestone Green and The Triangle, the historic heart of East Sheen, with its protected 1751 milestone and war memorial.
- Richmond Park, one of London’s largest and most beautiful Royal Parks, on the doorstep.
- The Bank of England Sports Centre at Roehampton, a private members’ club set in 32 acres, popular with many East Sheen residents.
Local Alumni
Robert Watson-Watt, known as the father of radar, is commemorated with a blue plaque at 287 Sheen Lane. Temple Grove, the historic manor house of East Sheen, was once home to the Temple family, later the Viscounts Palmerston.
Education & Connectivity
East Sheen has a strong choice of schools, including East Sheen Primary School, Sheen Mount School, and Tower House Boys’ Preparatory School. The area has overland train stations at Mortlake and North Sheen providing direct services to London Waterloo in around half an hour, with regular buses connecting to Richmond, Hammersmith, and Putney.
Talk to us about East Sheen
- Local Expertise: With over 25 years of experience as London buying agents, we know East Sheen street by street, from the grand houses near the park to the streets closer to the High Street.
- Exclusive Off-Market Access: The finest homes in East Sheen rarely reach the open market. Our network means we hear about them early.
- Professional Negotiation: We negotiate exclusively on your behalf, ensuring you secure the right property at the right price with complete confidence.