Stretching from the south bank of the Thames to the village-like Dulwich, Southwark encompasses every facet of South London life. Here you’ll find everything from urbane, modern riverside living to welcoming family suburbs. Verified residents at some of Southwark’s best new build developments have provided their reviews of living in the area. If you’re interested in this authentic slice of South London life, take a look at our ranking of the best new build homes developments in Southwark.
Where is Southwark?
Southwark crosses three TFL zones, stretching from the Thames in the north to the edge of Crystal Palace. The borough includes perhaps the most famous stretch of London riverside. The arts and cultural haven of Bankside and the foodie heaven of Borough are both within its boundary. Southwark also takes in the thriving and ever-popular neighbourhoods of Bermondsey, Peckham and Dulwich.
Top 10 new build homes developments in Southwark
Southwark offers something for everyone, from luxury riverside living to the village-like suburbs. Check out our top 10 new build schemes across the borough to see what options are available in Southwark. The rankings are based on the ratings given by verified reviewers on HomeViews, and nothing else.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
First place is taken by Elephant Central. This Get Living development is located in the heart of Elephant & Castle in TFL zone 1. It offers great connections to the City, and is walking distance to London Bridge, and the South Bank. There’s a mix of, one to three-bedroom apartments, duplexes and penthouses, all available fully furnished. All apartments come with superfast WiFi included and are pet-friendly. Residents have access to a Club Lounge and Kitchen as well as a Sky Courtyard.
Second in Southwark is Marine Wharf West, a residential development from The Berkeley Group, in the Surrey Quays area of London Docklands. Apartments here are separated by landscaped grounds, and they’re close to the River Thames and London’s largest working marina – South Dock. London City Airport, Surrey Quays station and the Thames Clipper riverbus services are all nearby.
Taking third place in Southwark and just a 30-second walk from Southwark Station, The Music Box is a new, residential development made up of one, two and three-bedroom apartments. The building is just a stone’s throw from the Tate Modern and the River Thames, as well as The Cut – home to the Old Vic and New Vic theatres.
Fourth in Southwark is Wood’s Road, a modern, residential development by Surrey-based housebuilder Crest Nicholson. It’s got a central spot in popular Peckham, close to the Queens Road and Peckham Rye stations for links to the likes of London Bridge and London Victoria. There are one, two and three-bedroom apartments on-site, which offer views of The O2 Arena and Canary Wharf from higher floors.
One the Elephant hits number five on our list. This Lendlease development comprises 284 apartments across 37 storeys. These apartments range from studios to three-bedroom apartments, most of which contain balconies. The development is situated in Elephant & Castle, just a three-minute walk from the station, which serves the Northern and Bakerloo lines.
Sixth-placed Porter’s Edge by Folio London is a development located in Canada Water and only a short walk away from the tube station. The Folio London project has 234 units to rent, which are made up of studios, one, two, three and four-bedroom properties.
Taking seventh place is a large-scale regeneration project in Elephant & Castle. Elephant Park by Lendlease is a mixed-use development which features 3,000 new homes alongside new shops, restaurants and cafes. It is the UK’s first climate-positive development, which includes an Energy Hub to provide net-zero carbon heat and hot water to all homes at Elephant Park.
Taking eighth place, Park Central East is a Nordic-inspired oasis in Elephant Park. Each apartment available to rent is equipped with built-in wardrobes and social spaces. The development also offers a selection of resident lounges and a 24-hour gym.
Occupying ninth place in Southwark is Camberwell Fields, a new-build development on the site of the former Elmington Estate in Camberwell. Camberwell Fields was developed by Notting Hill Genesis and the first phase of redevelopment completed in 2016. The development features a mix of 279 apartments, duplexes and townhouses with one, two and three bedrooms. Burgess Park is a five-minute walk from the development.
Sitting in 10th, Strata is a Brookfield Multiplex development located in Southwark. It comprises 408 apartments in a 43-storey building, apartments come in studio, one, two and three-bedroom arrangements. The building also features retail space and restaurants, which the residents can benefit from. The development is located just a 4-minute walk from Elephant & Castle underground station, which is served by the Northern and Bakerloo lines.
In at number 11 is Peckham Place, by Notting Hill Genesis. The development sits on Queen’s Road, Peckham. Comprising one, two and three-bedroom homes, residents here benefit from communal gardens, private balconies and great transport links. The development is near to the bustling high street, which is filled with shops, cafés and roof top bars.
Porter’s Edge is Sellar’s addition to the wider Canada Water regeneration scheme. It features a mix of studios and one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments alongside office space, retail units, a cinema and a health centre. The development is located only 2-minutes away from Canada Water station with links to the Jubilee line and Overground […] Read reviews and details of Porter’s Edge, SE16
Located in the heart of Camberwell, Wing is a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments designed around a central, landscaped square. The development has lots of green spaces nearby including the popular Burgess Park as well as Camberwell Green. Denmark Hill is the nearest station with links to the Overground as well as Thameslink […] Read reviews and details of Wing, SE5
Tary House is on Sylvan Grove in South London, close to the areas of Peckham and New Cross. Developed by Hyde New Homes, the property is made up of one and two-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom maisonettes. Units are available for rent and purchase, with Shared Ownership available. Read reviews and details of Tary House, SE15
Bermondsey Works offers one, two and three-bedroom apartments, villas and penthouses. It is located in Bermondsey, in South London. Also, Bermondsey’s Zone 2 London Underground station (serviced by the Jubilee line) is nearby. Read reviews and details of Bermondsey Works, SE16
Developed by Galliard Homes, Marine Wharf East is a 2 minute walk form Canary Wharf station which offers both overground and underground services. The residence overlooks the River Thames, with the River Thames pathway a minute away from the development. Marine Wharf consists of one, two and three bedroom apartments with majority of them having […] Read reviews and details of Marine Wharf East, SE16
Maple Quays is a new-build residential development of more than 650 apartments in Canada Water, south-east London. It was developed by Barratt London and designed by Glenn Howells Architects. Ontario Point, the tower at the apex of the development, features 26 storeys of luxury apartments, and there are more apartments spread across surrounding mid-rise buildings. Read reviews and details of Maple Quays, SE16
Park Central West is a new collection of build-to-rent apartments by Lendlease, situated in the wider Elephant Park development. It lies in London’s Zone 1, a 20 minute walk from the South Bank and Waterloo. Read reviews and details of Park Central West, SE17
Camberwell on the Green is a development by Frasers Property situated just off Camberwell New Road in Southwark. The development features 101 one, two and three-bedroom apartments and studios at the complex in a six-storey building. Denmark Hill is the nearest rail station with links to the Overground as well as Thameslink and southeastern services. Read reviews and details of Camberwell on the Green, SE5
A Bellway Homes development, Elmington Green features a range of one, two and three-bedroom apartments alongside three and four-bedroom houses in Camberwell. Nearby to the centre of Camberwell, the development is only a sixteen-minute walk away from Denmark Hill with links to the Overground as well as Thameslink and Southeastern services. Read reviews and details of Elmington Green, SE5
What’s Southwark like to live in?
Southwark offers three distinct London living experiences, so you can choose which one best suits your lifestyle and wallet. Beside the Thames, stylish, modern living combines with a rich history, making it one of London’s most sought-after and exclusive addresses. A little further south, the edgy, energetic and diverse neighbourhoods of Bermondsey, Elephant and Castle and Peckham have seen a great deal of development and attract young, creative types. Take another step further south and the villagey vibe of Dulwich provides the perfect setting for young families.
You’ll find many of the borough’s most famous attractions where Southwark meets the Thames. Along its riverside boundary are the Tate Modern, The Shard and one of London’s premier food destinations in Borough Market. Wandering along the river, you’ll also encounter various bars and restaurants with stunning views towards The City. There is also Sir Norman Foster’s iconic City Hall building, Tower Bridge and the stylish wharf developments of Shad Thames.
Southwark has its finger on the pulse of arts and culture in the capital. While the most famous destinations sit alongside the river, Bermondsey is a hidden gem with a variety of cultural attractions. It also has some of the most revered restaurants south of the river.
The vibrant and bustling neighbourhoods of Peckham, Camberwell and Elephant and Castle are diverse hotspots. They provide all the local amenities you need and offer a truly authentic South London experience. Meanwhile, popular Dulwich offers a slightly slower pace of life with its green spaces and upmarket, village-style atmosphere.
Like much of South London, the Underground doesn’t venture much beyond the very northernmost parts of Southwark. It is, however, still an extremely well-connected part of the capital. While the Jubilee, Northern and Bakerloo lines serve the likes of Elephant and Castle, Bermondsey, Borough and Cana Water, many of Southwark’s more southerly neighbourhoods have overground stations. Peckham, Camberwell, Denmark Hill and Dulwich are all within 15 minutes of Central London terminals by train. The borough is also well served by bus services.
Some areas exceed the average though, with a property in Dulwich setting you back an average of £829,000. In exclusive Shad Thames, the average price is pushing £1 million (£934,000).
Would you like to learn more about living in Southwark? If so, take a look at our dedicated area guide below. The guide includes all you need to know about Southwark life, with information on the best new build developments to buy and rent across the borough.
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