Living in Dulwich

Located in an attractive residential area in East London, Dulwich is full of green spaces and independent shops, with a welcoming village feel. It has quickly become one of the most popular places to live in London, and is often described as a ‘slice of countryside in London’. 

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Dulwich in a snapshot

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Located in the London borough of Southwark, the area is split into three distinct neighbourhoods. West Dulwich, East Dulwich and Dulwich Village, each with its own distinct charm.

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Dulwich doesn’t have a tube station, which many people feel adds to its countryside feel. It does however have two train stations, West Dulwich reached from Victoria and North Dulwich reached from London Bridge.

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Dulwich is located in Zone 3 and it only takes seventeen minutes to get to London bridge on the train.

Demographic

Families, Young Professionals, Media Figures

Attributes

 Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Transport links, Green Spaces

Safety

As Dulwich is such an affluent area, it is considered to be a very safe place to live. The crime rate is below average and there is a strong community feel in the area. 

Welcome to Dulwich

An attractive neighbourhood with an abundance of boutiques and independent restaurants, here are our top picks for living in Dulwich.

Go boating in Dulwich Park

Dulwich Park covers 29 hectares and is packed with historic features, picnic spots and a large lake that you can go boating on. After you’ve worked up an appetite head to Dulwich Park’s Clock Cafe for sourdough pizza. If you’re there in the evening you might even catch a film at the open air Luna cinema that runs in the summer months. 

Explore Dulwich Village

If you head to the street named ‘Dulwich Village’, you’ll be presented with independent cafes and restaurants, boutique shops and picturesque countryside houses. Mosey round the shops and treat yourself to a coffee and cake stop at one of the many cafes dotted along the street. 

Visit North Cross Road Market

This vibrant market takes over North Cross Road in East Dulwich every Saturday. You’ll find stalls selling everything from coffee to handmade jewellery as well as plenty of food stalls offering fresh bread, cold pressed juices, cakes and pastries, vintage treasures, and eco-friendly rugs. Head to the Meltsmith stand for a fully loaded cheese toastie, or to The Tartlettes for homemade donuts. 

Dulwich

Amenities

Supermarkets
Tesco Express , Sainsbury's Local , Simply Fresh , M&S
Gyms
Virgin Active , Fit For , High Vibe , Mad4Fitness

Universities

Universities
University of the Arts London
Camberwell College of Arts

Transport Links

Train Stations
West Dulwich, North Dulwich
Bus Services
37, 40, 42, 176, 185, 484

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Cost of living in the area

Monthly Rent Average

House

£2,900

Per month, based on a 3 bedroom property

Halls

£880

Per month, dependant on chosen halls

Cost of Bills

Utilities

£130

Per month

Wi-Fi

£32

Per month

Council Tax

£1,164.14

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Connectivity

Fibre Download Speed

80Mbps

Fibre Upload Speed

20Mbps

Other Expenses

Pint of Beer

£5

Gym membership

£45

Weekly food shop

£40

The best spots in Dulwich

For Coffee

Gail's Bakery

An artisan bakery serving coffee as the perfect accompaniment.

For Brunch

Spinach

Healthy, homemade breakfast and lunch. 

For Dinner

Rocca Di Pappa

An authentic Italian spot serving fresh pasta and pizza.

For Drinks

The Clockhouse

A traditional pub with a large outdoor terrace. 

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Frequently asked questions about Dulwich

Is living in Dulwich safe?

As Dulwich is such an affluent area, it is considered to be a very safe place to live. The crime rate is below average and there is a strong community feel in the area. 

What London borough is Dulwich in?

Dulwich is located in the London borough of Southwark, the area is split into three distinct neighbourhoods. West Dulwich, East Dulwich and Dulwich Village, each with its own distinct charm.

What travel Zone is Dulwich in?

Dulwich is located in Zone 3 and it only takes seventeen minutes to get to London bridge on the train. 

What is the Dulwich postcode?

The postcode for the area is within the Dulwich Village ward/electoral division. The most common start of the postcode for Dulwich is SE21.

How much does Council Tax cost in Dulwich?

In the borough of Dulwich, the average cost of Council Tax based on a band D property is £1,164.14 per year.

What is the average price of rent in Dulwich?

Based on a three bed property, the average price of rent for a Dulwich property is £2,200 per month.

Is Dulwich a nice place to live?

Dulwich is considered to be a very nice place to live. Dulwich is full of green spaces and independent shops, with a welcoming village feel. It has quickly become one of the most popular places to live in London, and is often described as a ‘slice of countryside in London’. 

Is Dulwich posh?

Dulwich is known for being a very affluent area, as well as being home to a number of celebrities and prominent media figures. 

What are the neighbouring areas to Dulwich?

  • Clapham
  • Brixton
  • Peckham

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