Top 10 new build homes developments in Southwark

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.

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.

Transport in Southwark

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 Jubillee, 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.

Southwark house prices

According to Zoopla, The average price of a property in Southwark for the 12 months to April 2022 was just shy of £714,000. This is almost exactly the same as the London average of £715,000. You can find bargains in parts of the borough, with Walworth, Rotherhithe and Camberwell coming in far below the average price. Some areas far exceed the average though, with a property in Dulwich setting you back an average of £793,000. In exclusive Shad Thames, the average price is pushing £1,000,000.

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.

Read reviews and details of Elephant Central, SE1

Taking second place 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.

Read reviews and details of Marine Wharf West, SE16

In third spot 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.

Read reviews and details of The Music Box, SE1

4.34 (23 reviews)
4.34 (23 reviews)

Occupying fourth place is this 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 cafés. 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.

Read reviews and details of Elephant Park, SE1

Rounding off the top five in Southwark is One the Elephant. 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.

Read reviews and details of One the Elephant, SE1

In sixth place is Bermondsey Works offering one, two and three-bedroom apartments, villas and penthouses. It is located in vibrant, energetic Bermondsey, in South London. Bermondsey’s Zone 2 London Underground station (serviced by the Jubilee Line) is nearby.

Read reviews and details of Bermondsey Works, SE16

Taking seventh spot 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.

Read reviews and details of Wood’s Road, SE15

In at number eight in our rankings 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.

Read reviews and details of Peckham Place, SE15

4.29 (13 reviews)
4.29 (13 reviews)

Number nine in the rankings is Porter’s Edge, 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 two-minutes away from Canada Water station, with links to the Jubilee Line and Overground services.

Read reviews and details of Porter’s Edge, SE16

4.26 (13 reviews)
4.26 (13 reviews)

The final spot in our top 10 for Southwark is Wing. Located in the heart of Camberwell, the development comprises a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments designed around a central, landscaped square. The development has plenty of green spaces nearby, including the popular Burgess Park and Camberwell Green. Denmark Hill is the nearest station with links to the Overground as well as Thameslink and Southeastern services.

Read reviews and details of Wing, SE5

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.

Southwark is nestled on the South Bank of the Thames, and among its luxury riverside apartments and ultra-modern offices, are some of London’s biggest icons. This area is rich in culture, architecture and entertainment, charming millions of visitors (and residents) each year. For the Read more about Southwark

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