Ladywell has charming Village characteristics, with both Victorian and Edwardian homes that dominate the area. The majority of properties were built shortly after the arrival of the Railway in the mid-19th Century, this is why the area has very little modern properties and more houses with rich architectural detailing, such as Italianate and Gothic stucco with stone and terracotta details. With only a short 9-minute commute into the City of London, along with affordable accommodation, the area makes a great base for young families and young professionals alike.
With the Hilly Fields Midsummer Fayre which has been organised by the Brockley Society for 44 years, locals join together for this fun community event where they enjoy maypole dancing, a coconut shy, children’s train rides, a farm and circus workshops, along with plenty of food and drink stalls. The locals of Ladywell are spoilt for choice when it comes to Theatres, with The Broadway Theatre, The Greenwich Theatre, The London Theatre, Blackheath Halls and The Albany Theatre all nearby, residents have many options to enjoy a good on-stage show.
Ladywell is a very safe area, with a below average violent crime rate and a below average property crime rate.
There are great options for secure parking across this location, with free parking spaces on Manwood Road/Ravensbourne Park, and other private spaces for an hourly or monthly fee on residential roads, Car Parks and Driveways, including, Peppermead Square, Longbridge Way, Mount Pleasant Road and Dressington Avenue.
This area doesn't have much of a nightlife with only a few local Pubs around. Residents can however head off to Lewisham, Blackheath or Honor Oak which will provide them with a better selection of Bars, Pubs and Restaurants to enjoy on an evening out.
With a variety of state Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges in the area, parents certainly have a wide choice of suitable education to provide for their children. Some options include, St Mary's Church of England, St Saviours Roman Catholic Primary School, Trinity Church of England School and Haberdashers' Hatcham College.
Ladywell Fields boasts open green spaces for both locals and pet owners to enjoy, with a stream, playgrounds, tennis courts and a cafe on offer. There are also many Parks in the area for dogs and their owners, for example, Lewisham Park, Ravensbourne Park and Gardens, Mountsfields Park, Blythe Hill Fields and Hilly Fields, all of which have lovely open greenery to be explored.
In the heart of the Ladywell is Ladywell Train Station, this provides access to the Southeastern Railway service, with links to surrounding areas and central London in just a short 9-minute ride, perfect for commuters and those looking for quick travel. There are also local Bus routes available for in and around the area.