Lewisham is an area in South East London with a vibrant and colourful community feel. Close to Goldsmiths University of London, Lewisham offers many renting options as well as the new Vita Student accommodation right next to the train and DLR station. With a large shopping centre and a local market, you'll always be on the lookout for something new to buy. Alternatively, Lewisham is also known for its charity shops. The local British Red Cross gets brand new clothes donated from Zara, whilst the Cancer Research shop sell everything for £5 or less!
Excellent transport links
Vibrant community
Lewisham is a very old part of London. Located in south east London, Lewisham actually dates back to the year 862! In the 17th and 18th centuries, Lewisham was the home of many fashionable mansions, however over the years it has lost its charm somewhat.
Lewisham boasts great public transport links. Bus run from the town centre down to Brixton and Elmers End, all the way through to Shoreditch, Stratford and Holloway. Trains can take you into London Victoria and Charing Cross in 20 minutes, or London Bridge in 15 minutes. Living here also grants you access to the Docklands Light Railway (DLR), which can take you to East London.
Lewisham is home to a large shopping centre ready for you to purchase all your new clothes and homeware. If high-street fashion isn’t your thing, Lewisham has many affordable charity shops where you can buy second-hand. Lewisham also has an outdoor market that sells local produce and fresh fruit and vegetables.
Families, Young Professionals
Cafes, Bars, Transport links, Shopping
Lewisham doesn't have the best reputation when it comes to safety so make sure to be alert when walking around at night. During the day you will be fine and surrounded by families and the friendly local community.
Lewisham offers tons of shops to local residents. Shop on the latest looks at T K Maxx, New Look and H&M, or head to the charity shops for some preloved items. Stop off a Starbucks for a coffe and a cake before continuing on with your shopping trip. The shopping centre is also home to an M&S and a Sainsbury’s so you can get your weekly shop done too!
Take a trip to Lewisham’s bowling alley. Knock down 10 pins with friends or you date, then get together for some fun in the arcade afterwards. Once you’ve exhausted yourself with all the fun, head over to the bar and grab a pizza and a drink. You can even get special student prices, allowing you to save money on all the fun!
Lewisham market began in 1906 and is still running today! It runs everyday between 9am - 6pm (10am - 4pm on a Sunday) with vendors selling everything from fresh fruit and vegetables, to household items and clothes.
Lewisham offers tons of shops to local residents. Shop on the latest looks at T K Maxx, New Look and H&M, or head to the charity shops for some preloved items. Stop off a Starbucks for a coffe and a cake before continuing on with your shopping trip. The shopping centre is also home to an M&S and a Sainsbury’s so you can get your weekly shop done too!
Take a trip to Lewisham’s bowling alley. Knock down 10 pins with friends or you date, then get together for some fun in the arcade afterwards. Once you’ve exhausted yourself with all the fun, head over to the bar and grab a pizza and a drink. You can even get special student prices, allowing you to save money on all the fun!
Lewisham market began in 1906 and is still running today! It runs everyday between 9am - 6pm (10am - 4pm on a Sunday) with vendors selling everything from fresh fruit and vegetables, to household items and clothes.
House
£3000
Per month, based on a 3 bedroom property
Student accommodation
£439.00
Per week
Utilities
£300
Per month
Wi-Fi
£26
Per month
Council Tax
£1,811.54
Per year
Fibre Download Speed
24Mps
Fibre Upload Speed
24Mps
Gym membership
£16
Weekly food shop
£40
An artisan coffee shop vibe with hanging plants and yummy cakes.
A vibrant pub with a beer garden featuring live music, plus craft beers & a pizza menu.
Serving Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, this stylish restaurant should be top of your list.
This Cancer Research charity shop sells all items for £5 or less!
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Lewisham definitely isn't the safest area to live in London, but as long as you stay alert when you are walking around a night you should be fine.
Lewisham is in Zones 2 and 3.
Goldsmiths, Ravensbourne University and the University of Greenwich are all a short bus or train ride away from Lewisham. Lewisham is also home to the Vita Exchange which is a student halls accommodation.