Overview
Southfields takes its name from the open fields that once separated Wimbledon and Putney, remaining largely undeveloped until the railway arrived in 1889. The area then grew rapidly into the residential neighbourhood it is today, known above all for its distinctive network of Edwardian terraced streets, locally known as the Grid.
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Looking for a home in Southfields? Speak to Jane Wood & Associates for a discreet, highly personalised search shaped around your priorities.
Our Insight
Southfields suits buyers seeking family-friendly period houses with gardens at a more accessible price point than neighbouring Wimbledon and Putney. The market spans the original Edwardian terraces of the Grid, larger detached houses, and newer apartment schemes near the station, and understanding the differences between the streets is essential to making the right decision.
Why live in Southfields
- The Grid, a well-known network of tree-lined Edwardian streets, particularly popular for its period houses.
- Wimbledon Park, with its lake, boating, and tennis courts, just moments away.
- A relaxed high street with independent cafes, bakeries, and family-friendly pubs.
- Easy access to Wimbledon Village and Putney, broadening shopping and dining options further.
Property Landscape
Southfields offers a wide selection of homes, from Edwardian and Victorian terraces to stylish modern apartments. The Grid, the well-known network of tree-lined residential streets, is particularly popular for its period properties, many retaining original brickwork and generous gardens. Around Wimbledon Park Road and Augustus Road, more substantial detached and semi-detached houses offer additional space. New developments close to the station provide a more contemporary alternative for buyers seeking modern specification.
Southfields Highlights
- Southfields station, the closest Underground station to the All England Lawn Tennis Club, transformed into a grass court each year for the Wimbledon Championships.
- The Fazl Mosque, built in 1926 as London’s first mosque and a significant local landmark.
- Wimbledon Park, with its lake, boating, athletics track, and tennis courts.
- The weekly farmers’ market held in the grounds of Wimbledon Park Primary School.
- Coronation Gardens, a small but historic green space marking the coronation of Edward VII in 1902.
Local Alumni
George Eliot lived in Southfields and wrote The Mill on the Floss while residing on Wimbledon Park Road.
Education & Connectivity
Southfields has a number of well-regarded primary schools. For transport, Southfields station on the District line provides direct services to Earl’s Court, Westminster, and the City, with Wimbledon Park and East Putney stations also within walking distance.
Talk to us about Southfields
- Local Expertise: With over 25 years of experience as London buying agents, we know Southfields street by street, from the period houses of the Grid to the larger homes around Wimbledon Park Road.
- Exclusive Off-Market Access: The finest homes in Southfields 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.