Mitcham Area Guide

UK Area Guides

Mitcham, Greater London

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Living in

Once a Surrey town, Mitcham is now a suburb of London with good transport links to the centre, and to other areas like Croydon or Wimbledon by a relatively new tram. It's a family-friendly area, with a high percentage of residents who are children, affordable family homes, and excellent access to green space. No longer an industrial power source, the River Wandle and the many parks, including Mitcham Common, help Mitcham feel peaceful and green despite the good local commercial development.

Ratings

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Community

Mitcham is a family-friendly suburb, with a fair range of local amenities - including green spaces, pubs, and locally-owned restaurants. 

Safety

The 2014/2015 crime rate in Mitcham was slightly lower than the rate for London overall. and the violence against the person rate was slightly higher, whilst the rate of deliberate fires was more than twice as high. For the period from Jue 2016 to May 2017, the most common crime types were anti-social behaviour, violence and sexual offences, and criminal damage and arson.

Parking

Parking is about average in this area. The rate of car ownership in this area is just slightly lower than the London rate, at more than one car for every two households. Road links, including the A24 and the A297, are fairly good.

Nightlife

There's a small range of restaurants and pubs in Mitcham. More nightlife is available in relatively close areas like Tooting or in Brixton. Transport links for nightlife destinations are fairly good, with a Northern Line connection at Colliers Wood. 

Family Friendly

The range of property in this area includes many affordable homes that would be suitable for families, including Edwardian terraces and semis. Mitcham has excellent access to green and open space, including Mitcham Common, Figges Marsh, and many other parks and recreation grounds, including the Mitcham Golf club. The River Wandle flows through Morden Hall Park, connecting it with Poulter Park. About 1 in 4 Mitcham residents is a child aged 0-15.

Pet Friendly

Mitcham's property market is varied, but includes plenty of homes that would be suitable for pets. has excellent access to green and open space, including Mitcham Common, Figges Marsh, and many other parks. The River Wandle flows through Morden Hall Park, connecting it with Poulter Park. 

Transport

Mitcham Junction station is served by Southern and Thameslink trains, with Victoria station about a 20-minute journey away. There is also a tram stop at Mitcham Junction, offering a connection to Wimbledon. The area is well-served by local buses, and road links, including the A24 and the A297, are fairly good.