Welcome to West Norwood

West Norwood is a vibrant and diverse area located in the London Borough of Lambeth. It is situated in the south of Greater London and is bordered by the areas of Tulse Hill, Crystal Palace, and Streatham. The area is known for its beautiful green spaces, including Norwood Park and Brockwell Park, which offer stunning views of the city skyline. West Norwood is also home to a thriving high street, which boasts a range of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, as well as a popular weekly market.

One of the most notable features of West Norwood is its rich cultural heritage. The area has a long history of immigration, with communities from all over the world making their home here over the years. This has led to a diverse and vibrant community, with a range of different cultures and traditions coexisting side by side. West Norwood is also home to a number of important cultural institutions, including the South London Gallery and the Portico Gallery, which showcase the work of local artists and provide a platform for creative expression.

Despite its many attractions, West Norwood remains a relatively affordable place to live in Greater London. The area has a range of different housing options, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments, and is popular with young professionals and families alike. The transport links to the rest of the city are also excellent, with regular trains and buses connecting West Norwood to central London and beyond. All in all, West Norwood is a fantastic place to live, work, and play, with something to offer everyone who calls it home.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 6.4°C

Feels Like: 3.6°C

Wind: 8.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Julians School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Alison Moller	16 Wolfington Road West Norwood West Norwood Greater London SE27 0JF 02087611894 School Website
St Luke's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sophia Bryan-Whyte	Linton Grove West Norwood London SE27 0DZ 2086701981 School Website
Elm Wood School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Jo Leith	Carnac Street West Norwood West Norwood Greater London SE27 9RR 02086701621 School Website
The Elmgreen School Academy Converter Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Dominic Bergin	Elmcourt Road Tulse Hill London SE27 9BZ 2087665020 School Website
Rosemead Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Graeme Mccafferty	70 Thurlow Park Road Lambeth London Greater London SE21 8HZ 02086705865 School Website
Hitherfield Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Ashley-Jones	Hitherfield Road Streatham Streatham Greater London SW16 2JQ 02087698428 School Website
Crown Lane Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Samantha Palin	Crown Lane Streatham Streatham Greater London SW16 3HX 02086704713 School Website
Norwood School Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Niki Clemenger Richard Cole	Crown Dale Lambeth Lambeth Greater London SE19 3NY 02086709382 School Website
Kingswood Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Kelly Foster	Gipsy Road Lambeth London Greater London SE27 9RD 02086703576 School Website
St Josephs Rc Infant School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Leonore Fernandes	Crown Dale Upper Norwood Upper Norwood Greater London SE19 3NX 02086702385 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
West Norwood Knights Hill, West Norwood, Greater London, SE27 0HS 0.07 Miles

Tulse Hill Station Rise, Tulse Hill, Greater London, SE27 9BW 0.58 Miles

West Dulwich Thurlow Park Road, Dulwich, Greater London, SE21 8HN 0.83 Miles

Gipsy Hill Gipsy Hill, Gipsy Hill, Greater London, SE19 1QL 0.94 Miles

Sydenham Hill College Road, Sydenham Hill, Greater London, SE21 7ND 1.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
L A S Cars 020 3011 0029 37 Knight's Hill, London, Greater London, SE27 0HS 0.12 Miles
Perfecta Cars 020 8670 9955 37 Knight's Hill, London, Greater London, SE27 0HS 0.12 Miles
Las Cars Service 020 8761 1000 37 Knight's Hill, London, Greater London, SE27 0HS 0.12 Miles
Mr Airports 020 8670 9100 169 Norwood High Street, London, Greater London, SE27 9TB 0.27 Miles
Browns Airport Transfers 020 8670 3939 55 Durban Road, London, Greater London, SE27 9RW 0.36 Miles
Williams Airport Cars 020 8670 8956 31 Ladas Road, London, Greater London, SE27 0UP 0.38 Miles
Dulwich Airport Cars 0871 996 5283 1 Rosendale Rd, London, Greater London, SE21 8DS 0.40 Miles
Station Rise Cars 020 8674 7878 1B Station Rise, London, Greater London, SE27 9BW 0.57 Miles
Browns 24 Hr Cab Hire Service 020 8674 7878 1B Station Rise, London, Greater London, SE27 9BW 0.57 Miles
Palace Radio Cars 020 8761 1111 251 Gipsy Rd, London, Greater London, SE27 9QY 0.72 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
11 Knights Hill Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
12 Knight Hill West Norwood Mpso Collection Today available until:15:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
12 Knight Hill West Norwood Mpso Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Beadman Street Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Thornlaw Road / Casewick Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
159 Auckland Hill Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Windsor Grove Norwood Sdo Collection Today available until:15:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
505 Norwood Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Dodbrooke Road / Selsdon Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Opposite 8 Chaple Road Weekday Last Collection:00:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Julians Farm Road / Thurlston Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Chesnut Road / Ardlui Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
York Hill / Royal Circus Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Norwood Road / Ullswater Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Knights Hill / Bewlys Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Knights Hill Surgery Suite 1 020 31410700	Suite 1 West Norwood Health & Lc West Norwood London SE27 0DF
The Deerbrook Surgery 020 30496370	The Deerbrook Surgery 216 Norwood Road London SE27 9AW
At Home Service 020 30495723	Elmcourt Health Centre 214 Norwood Road London SE27 9AW
Hbd Pcn Ea Hub 020 30482999	The Deerbrook Surgery 216 Norwood Road, Norwood London SE27 9AW
The Old Dairy Health Centre 020 87618070	The Old Dairy Health Ctr 19B Croxted Road West Dulwich London SE21 8SZ

Local Stores

West Norwood
539-541 Norwood Road
West Norwood
London
Greater London
SE27 9DL
02087 611653
Store Website
0.18 miles

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SPAR Myatts Field
SPAR
2 Cromwell Road
Myatts Field
London
SW9 6SE
0207 0910 389
Store Website
3.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Paxton Veterinary Clinics Ltd
231 Gipsy Road West Norwood London SE27 9QY 020 8670 1772 gipsy@paxtonvets.co.uk Website 0.72 miles
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Norwood Road Veterinary Surgery
10 Norwood Road London SE24 9BH 020 8671 3421 reception@norwoodrdveterinary.co.uk Website 0.97 miles
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South London Emergency &Amp; Referral Clinic
23 The High Parade Streatham High Road Streatham London SW16 1EX 020 8677 0976 Website 1.09 miles

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Streatham Hill Veterinary Surgery
101 Sternhold Avenue London SW2 4PF 020 8674 3525 1.42 miles

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Easipetcare Ltd
3-7 Hermitage Lane Norbury London SW16 3LH norbury@easipetcare.com Website 1.46 miles
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Medivet Herne Hill - Brockwell Veterinary Surgery
224-228 Railton Road Herne Hill London SE24 0JT 020 7737 2526 herne.hill@medivet.co.uk Website 1.47 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Norwood Grove (Behind Streatham Common)
All Enclosed There Are 4 Fields And A Wooded Section For Dogs To Run Around. There’S A Concrete Path All The Way Through From The Top Of Streatham Common (And The Lovely Rookery Cafe), To The Other Side. There’S Water Fountain By The Rookery Cafe For Filling Water Bottles. 36 Streatham Common S London Lancashire SW16 3BX 0.94 miles

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Brixton Windmill
A Small Local Park, All Fenced Off Except The Access Gate Which Is Easily Pushed Closed If You Have A Dog Who Might Run Out Of It. London Lancashire 1.76 miles A Nicely Sized Park, With Lots Of Different Sized Friendly Dogs Playing. On Sunny Days People Might Be Sunbathing Or Picnicking But Dogs Are The Majority Of Visitors. (During Half Term, There May Be Kids Activities In The Park Between 9.30Am And 4Pm.) It'S All Fenced In, Though The Entrance Gate Doesn'T Close On Its Own. It'S Fine For Dog Owners To Close This Over If It Is Wide Open.

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Peckham Rye Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Hampstead Heath. Hampstead Heath Offers A Varied Collection Of Natural Habitats, Historical Features And Great Views. This Walking Route Lets You Explore These. Lancashire SE15 3UA 2.57 miles Located On The Southern Part Of The London Borough Of Southwark.

Peckham Rye Park And Common
Peckham Rye Park And Common Is Great. The Common Is Huge, Perfect For Chasing Pigeons - And The Park Has Wooded Areas As Well As A Duck Pond And An Ornamental Garden. There Are Always Lots Of Dogs Racing Around And Stopping For A Drink Of Water Outside The Spaceship Shaped Cafe On The Common Afterwards. If It's Raining The Garden's Cafe, Across The Street Opposite The Common, Is Dog-Friendly. 141 Peckham Rye London Lancashire SE15 3UL 2.62 miles

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Blythe Hill Fields
I Lovely Park With Fantastic Views Over Central London And Kent. Quite Unspoiled. Some Long Grass And Plenty Of Sniffing Opportunities. Also Good For Running. Family Friendly With Kids Play Area. Blythe Hill Fields Blythe Hill Lane Lancashire 3.10 miles

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Battersea Park
A Short, Circular Walk In Battersea Park. Battersea Park Is A Large Victorian Park, Built Between 1854 And 1870. It Has A Riverside Promenade, A Large Lake, And Many Notable Trees And Ecological Areas. Lancashire SW11 4BE 3.78 miles Battersea Park Is On The South Side Of The River Thames, Between Albert Bridge And Chelsea Bridge.

Weather Forecast

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