Belvedere is now part of Greater London, but retains the feel of being the Kentish town it once was. However, despite being on the far edges of London, the town is very well-connected by train - the journey to London Bridge takes about half an hour - and the surrounding areas can meet most of the daily needs of residents. Property in this area is relatively affordable, and there are good parks and schools. There are also good pubs and a fairly wide selection of shops for Belvedere residents to enjoy.
Belvedere is a suburb with a small-town feel. It is family friendly, and has a fair share of neighbourhood amenities, including a market and some beloved local pubs.
Belvedere is a relatively safe place to live, with 5 crimes for every 1000 residents in February 2017 - compared to 7 in London. The top reported crimes were shoplifting, harassment, and violence. The 2014/2015 crime rate and violence against the person rates were both lower than the overall London rates, but the rate of deliberate fires was more than twice the London rate.
Parking is not generally an issue here. The rate of car ownership is high for London, at one car for every two households. Road links are not exceptional, but the A206 runs through the area and connects to the A2016 and the A220.
There is a selection of local pubs and restaurants in this area, but many go to nearby Nuxley Village for more food and drink options.
This is a fairly good place to look for a family home - the property market is mixed, but many Victorian and Edwardian terraces, Thirties semis, and more modern homes are available that would be suitable for families. Belvedere is fairly well-served for green and open space, with Southmere Park, Frank's Park, and Lessness Heath - as well as the Thames riverfront - all easily accessible to residents. There are also recreation grounds and children's playgrounds. Schools in this area are generally good, with highly sought-after primary schools in the neighbourhood - secondaries are in surrounding areas like Bexleyheath. There is a high percentage of children living in this area.
Belvedere's property market varies, but includes many homes that would be suitable for pets, including terraces and semi-detached homes. There are several parks in this area, with Southmere Park, Frank's Park, and Lessness Heath - as well as the Thames riverfront - all easily accessible to residents.
Belvedere has its own station with trains to London Bridge, Waterloo East, Cannon Street, and Charing Cross. There is an easy interchange with the DLR at Lewisham, and from 2018 there will be an interchange with Crossrail at Abbey Wood - just one stop away - and links to Canary Wharf, Bond Street, and Heathrow. The area is also well-served by local buses, which offer additional connections to the DLR at places like Woolwich. Road links are not exceptional, but the A206 runs through the area and connects to the A2016 and the A220.