Hither Green is an affordable family suburb with fairly good transport links, green space, and good schools. Most importantly, it also has houses that are relatively affordable for London in general, and compared to neighbouring areas like Blackheath specifically. There's not much nightlife, with some 19th-century restrictions on the possibility of operating pubs, but there's a wealth of community activities and events - including a weekly farmers' market.
Hither Green is a family area with a good sense of community. The community website notes regular events, a farmers' market, and a good selection of local shops.
Hither Green has an average crime rating from the Met police. Both the 2014/2015 crime rate and violence against the person rate in this neighbourhood were lower than the London rates.
Parking is about average in this area and car ownership is just slightly low for London, at about two cars for every three households. Road links - including the A20 and the South Circular - are good, but these can be congested.
Though there are several good restaurants in Hither Green, there are few pubs in the area, mainly because of late 19th century Quaker rules in leases. There's slightly more on offer in neighbouring Lee.
Houses in Hither Green are mainly Victorian and Edwardian terraces, which would make good family homes. Schools in this area are generally very good - especially primary schools - and are a draw for families. There are several parks in the Hither Green area, including Manor House Gardens, Edith Nesbit Gardens, and Mountsfield Park - these offer a range of facilities for children and families, including playgrounds. This area has a 20% population of children aged 0-15, which is the same as the rate for London as a whole.
Housing in this area varies, but includes many Victorian and Edwardian terraces that would make good homes for pets. There are several parks in the Hither Green area, including Manor House Gardens, Edith Nesbit Gardens, and Mountsfield Park.
Hither Green is not served by the Tube, but it does have its own rail station in Zone 3. Trains from Hither Green take just 10 minutes to London Bridge, and just a few more minutes from Lee station. Lewisham is nearby for access to the DLR. Numerous buses serve the area and road links - including the A20 and the South Circular - are good, but these can be congested. A cycle route connects Hither Green to Greenwich Park via Blackheath.