Moving to Greenwich
Located Southeast of London, Greenwich is a London borough famous for lending its name to the Greenwich Median and Greenwich Mean Time. Property is in high demand here as it provides residents with the best of both worlds, mixing city and country life perfectly.
With beautiful architecture, spacious parks and The Royal Observatory attracting hundreds of visitors every year, it’s easy to see how you can fall in love with Greenwich, wanting to call it home. Some areas may be known for their high prices but there are affordable areas to be discovered, it just takes a little hunting.
To prepare you before booking a reliable Greenwich removal company, Compare My Move has created this guide to explore all the important aspects you need to consider before moving to Greenwich. From property prices to transportation, we’ve compiled a list of everything you need to know about living in Greenwich.
Property in Greenwich
Greenwich isn’t the cheapest London borough, however, it offers a range of diverse accommodation to choose from, all with beautiful and historic architecture to admire. From modern new-builds to gorgeous Georgian terraced houses, you can easily find the perfect home for you.
The average current asking price of property in Greenwich is £514,987, according to Zoopla. However, this is much cheaper than the average for London where the average price is £962,772. Over the last 12 months, detached homes in Greenwich sold for £918,735, whilst semi-detached properties sold for £550,886. terraced homes sold for £509,605 and flats sold for £391,074.
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Best Places to Live in Greenwich
To help you with your move, we’ve provided you with a list of 5 areas within Greenwich and the average cost of buying a house as well as the average asking rent price. If you're looking to rent, there are many rental websites in London to help you with your search. All data has been taken from Zoopla’s current asking prices.
| Area | Average Asking Price | Average Asking Rent (pcm) |
|---|---|---|
| Thamesmead | £286,022 | £1,133 |
| Plumstead | £362,106 | £1,084 |
| Avery Hill | £429,596 | £688 |
| Eltham | £454,353 | £1,646 |
| Deptford | £493,778 | £1,643 |
1. Thamesmead
Thamesmead offers affordable property and rent price comapred to London as a whole. The average asking price for a Thamesmead property is £286,022, which is only a bit higher than the national average. A quiet residential area, Thamesmead is ideal for families looking to settle down.
2. Plumstead
With an abundance of green spaces, Plumstead offers a great community feel. An average house price of £362,106, property prices remain more affordable than most areas in London. Plumstead is home to Victorian terraces, new builds and flats to choose from.
3. Avery Hill
Home to the University of Greenwich campus, Avery Hill has an average property price of £429,596. Avery Hill has a large population of students but is a safe and friendly area. You can get into the city centre of London in just over 30 minutes.
4. Eltham
Boasting 1930s semi-detached properties, the average property price in Eltham is £454,353. Eltham is home to excellent primary and secondary schools so is an ideal area if you're moving house with children.
5. Deptford
Hosting local markets and independent shops, Deptford is a creative and bustling town. The town is extremely well-connected with trains to London Bridge every 6-11 minutes. Property is sought after in Deptford, with the average property price being £493,778.
Schools and Education in Greenwich
Whether you’re moving to Greenwich with a family or with the hopes of soon starting one, it’s important to check the local schools to see if they suit you and your children’s requirements. There are a number of highly-respected schools in Greenwich, many rated as ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted reports.
To aid you in your research in securing a school place, we’ve created a brief list of the top 5 primary and secondary schools in Greenwich using data from School Guide, Ofsted and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).
The 5 Best Primary Schools in Greenwich:
| Primary School | Location | Age Range | Most Recent Ofsted Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
Halstow Primary School | Greenwich | 5-11 | Outstanding |
All Saints' Church of England Primary School | Blackheath | 4-11 | Outstanding |
Tidemill Academy | London | 3-11 | Outstanding |
Millennium Primary School | Greenwich | 3-11 | Outstanding |
Meridian Primary School | Greenwich | 3-11 | Good |
The 5 Best Secondary Schools in Greenwich:
| Secondary School | Location | Age Range | Most Recent Report Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
Bellerbys College London (Independent) | Greenwich | 15-19 | ISI - Above average |
Blackheath High School (Independent Girls School) | Blackheath | 3-18 | ISI - Above average |
Prendergast School (Girls School) | Brockley | 11-18 | Ofsted - Outstanding |
Thomas Tallis School | Kidbrooke | 11-19 | Ofsted - Good |
George Green's School | Isle of Dogs | 11-19 | Ofsted - Good |
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Where to Work in Greenwich
London is known for having the highest salaries in the UK. Even though they aren’t as high as London City Centre’s, Greenwich salaries add to this title. The average yearly income for those working in Greenwich is currently £28,000 according to PayScale.
Business service sectors like IT and communications are currently the fastest growing in The Royal Borough of Greenwich with new offices and light industrial spaces having been built. The University of Greenwich is also a strong facility increasing the number of local job opportunities.
As well as tourism, manufacturing and retail, the creative industry is currently thriving with a rise in digital media and affordable work-spaces for artists.
Transport in Greenwich
When you’re there, Greenwich can seem like a quiet area millions of miles away from London, but it’s actually situated in Zone 2, only 5 miles from London City Centre. There’s no tube station but there’s a range of reliable buses as well as the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) which you can catch from both Greenwich and Cutty Sark stations. There is also the option of catching a British Rail train from Greenwich Station but they’re often packed during peak times.
According to Numbeo, the average cost of a monthly pass for local transport in Greenwich is £115. Using the DLR you can reach Bank Station within 30-minutes or you can catch a train to reach London King’s Cross Station under 40-minutes. Greenwich is under a 20-minute drive to London City Airport, perfect for those looking to travel further afield.
Entertainment in Greenwich
When you're moving to a new location, it's important your familiar with the entertainment and lifestyle. Compare My Move has researched some of the best things to do in Greenwich to help with your house hunt.
Home to a busy town centre, Greenwich has plenty of pubs, restaurants and cafes to suit eveyrone's taste. In recent years, Greenwich has seen the introduction of chains to the town such as Bill's, Pizza Express and Zizzi.
For those looking for weekend activities to involve the whole family, Greenwich is rich with green spaces and the arts. Boasting the Royal Observatory Greenwich, Cutty Sark and the National Maritime Museum, there's something to do for all budgets and preferences.
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Crime in Greenwich
It's important to be aware of crime rates in Greenwich before you move. Overall, crime is relatively low in Greenwich, but there is a significantly high rate of anti-social behavior and violent and sexual offences. Theft from person, possession of weapons and shoplifting remain low in Greenwich.
Whilst living in Central London will mean there is a risk of crime, as with any big city, Greenwich is generally a safe area of London to live. Greenwich Police work hard to ensure resident's feel safe.
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