South Tottenham is a diverse, well-connected North London suburb. The general area tends to get bad press, with several crime-related stories, and several wards in the area do have above-average crime according to the Met Police. However, the area is up-and-coming, with dedicated regeneration efforts and an influx of people priced out of now-gentrified areas like Hackney, and the window of time where property in this area will remain a relative bargain is closing fast.
South Tottenham is an area with staying power. It has long had established Jewish, African, and Afro-Caribbean communities, and recently has had an influx of Eastern European residents.
Unfortunately, this area sometimes makes the headlines with crime-related stories, and several wards do have above-average crime and higher violence against the person rates according to the Met Police. Nevertheless, the area is up-and-coming, with dedicated regeneration efforts and funding, and new people moving into the area who were priced out of more central locations.
Parking is relatively easy and inexpensive in the general area, and the rate of car ownership is about one car for every two households - less than the overall London rate.
More pubs and than nightclubs, but near Stoke Newington for nights out, and well-connected by bus so even going into Central London for late-night entertainment is relatively easy.
South Tottenham has mainly Victorian housing stock, with many of the terraces being converted into flats, and some council tower blocks. The area has a few smaller parks, but comparatively little green space compared to many other areas. For some, the relative safety and reputation of this area is a concern. Schools have improved, and there are some 'Outstanding' and highly sought-after schools in this area.
The size of the Victorian housing stock, much of which has been divided into flats, varies - many were smaller workmen's homes. There is comparatively little green space in the area.
South Tottenham, in Zone 3, is well-connected. There are Overground trains from South Tottenham, Stamford Hill, Bruce Grove, and Seven Sisters rail stations, and the Victoria line at Seven Sisters and Tottenham Hale Underground station. There are additional rail services at Tottenham Hale station. The area is well-connected by bus, including night buses.