If you are thinking of buying in South West London this summer, there are some great reasons why you should consider Putney as your first choice. You are still living in London but it feels leafier and greener – a little bit of the countryside in London
So why move to Putney:
River
The river has to be a
big selling point. It brings life to the town, there are tons of activities on
the river as well as great place to walk along. In the evening, you can relax
and enjoy a drink or dinner with a great river view. It’s amazing to have the
river Thames on your doorstep!
Schools
One of the reasons many people move to Putney is for the education opportunities. It has several primary schools that have been rated ‘outstanding’ and there are a number of good secondary schools, including single sex options. There are also a number of independent schools in the area.
Shops
Putney is full of all types retailers you would expect to find in London – chain stores as well as independent retailers. Add to this the broad mix of friendly cafes, pubs and restaurants in the area and you have a great way to spend a day enjoying some retail therapy followed by some great food and drink
Open Spaces
Putney Common is a vast open space that is home to a diverse variety of wildlife and offers a wild open space that is available to all residents, 24 hours a day. This, along with many other parks and open spaces gives Putney dwellers plenty of opportunity for outdoor activities.
Transport Links
Putney offers a range of transport links both into central London and in the other direction. With fast Tube and surface rail connections into the city centre, commuters have easy access to work. Add to this the wide range of bus routes crossing the area and you really do have an excellent transport network for wherever you are headed. Car drivers are well served too, with the A3 and A4 giving fast access to the outer suburbs and the M25.
Social Life
Putney has a huge range of cafes, pubs and restaurants within easy walking distance. There are lots of sports clubs offering a social aspect not found in many other districts of the city. There are also a theatre and music venue in the area, meaning you don’t have to go far for a dose of culture, should you need it.
Estate Agents
So to begin your journey to move to Putney, it’s important that you pick the right estate agent. There are plenty of really good estate agents in Putney and here are just a few to get you started.
Dexters is a large national estate agency offering a high level of service with in-house experts who deal with every aspect of the London property market.
James Anderson estate agency guarantee the most efficient sales process in this area. They are proud of the heir focus, experience, expert local knowledge and independent ethos. They have been awarded best estate agency in South West London at the Best Estate Agents Guide 2019.
Chartwell Residential is recognised as the premier agent for selling modern apartments as well as riverside properties. They have an extensive portfolio of quality properties. They offer a personal service as well as an experience sales team.
Alan Fuller are the longest running estate agency in Putney. They are a family owned and run agency and are truly dedicated to their craft of helping clients buy and sell property in Putney. Most of the team live locally and as a company are heavily involved in community activities.
Whichever estate agency you choose, and Putney has a wide range estate agencies, rest assured that you are in safe hands with experts that have in-depth knowledge of the local Putney area.