Furzedown is a residential suburb with attractive period properties that have good access to green space - therefore, it is not a surprise that the area is considered family-friendly, and appeals to them in particular. Furzedown does not have a particularly active nightlife, nor does it have outstanding transport links - it does not have its own station, Tube or rail - but for many people, it is an area that represents the best of both worlds, with access to Central London as well as a quieter atmosphere.
Furzedown is a residential, family-orientated area with a community feel. This is the kind of place where you can get to know your neighbours.
Furzedown is a safe place to live, with the Met police currently rating the area as having average crime. The 2012/2013 crime rate and violence against the person rate were both significantly lower than the overall London rates.
This isn't an area where parking is generally an issue. The rate of car ownership in this area is just slightly below the London rate. Road links, including the A24 and Tooting Bec Road, are fair.
The area is home to a pub or restaurant or two, but this isn't one of South London's buzzy nightlife hotspots. However, travel along the Northern Line will take you to places like Clapham with more entertainment options.
Housing in this area mainly consists of amply-sized Victorian and Edwardian terraces, which would make suitable family homes. Furzedown has good access to green and open space, including a Recreation Ground, Tooting Bec Common, and Figge's Marsh among others. Schools in this area are fairly good, though not generally excellent, and there are prep and religious schools in neighbouring areas for more choice. There's a fairly high population of children in this area.
Most of the property in this area is Victorian or Edwardian terraced houses, which can make good homes for pets. Furzedown has good access to green and open space, including Tooting Bec Common and Figge's Marsh among others. This would be a ver good place to own a dog.
Furzedown is located in Zone 3, and doesn't have its own station - but there are several nearby. Tooting Broadway station is on the Northern Line, as is Tooting Bec. Tooting and Streatham railway stations are served by Southern and Thameslink trains. Road links, including the A24 and Tooting Bec Road, are fair. The area is well-served by local buses. A high percentage of residents cycle to work.