Area Guide

Clapham - Area Guide

Clapham is a district in South West London.

Originally, Clapham was developed as a commuter suburb in Central London with the introduction of the railways in the early 1900s. In the early 20th century, the area morphed into the focal point for the gentrification of most of the neighborhood. Due to Clapham's close proximity to historically pricey neighborhoods of central London, middle-class residents love the area.

Students and young professionals with expanding families are drawn to the Clapham area because of the numerous housing options available in the area. Clapham has a wealth of properties, from spacious mansions and tiny cottages to modern apartments and grand villas. Residents easily commute from the city to West End using the excellent railway and underground links. With one of the busiest railway stations (Clapham Junction), transport is quite reliable in Clapham.

Clapham has some stylish boutiques, friendly cafes, and several village high streets with stunning restaurants to relax and hang out in. A diverse population of international students, immigrants, and young professionals appreciates the basic conveniences being close. These include supermarkets, fishmongers, bakers, butchers, farmers' markets, salons, gyms, libraries, and independent shops.

Rental Yield  

The buyer demand in the Clapham district currently averages 52%. The average property price is £696,416, and the average monthly rent at £1,785, with an average yield of 3.98%. This yield is considerably higher than the surrounding areas like Brompton, Chelsea and Earls Court. Hong Kong buyers looking to invest in the housing market can benefit from the varied housing needs of the Clapham population.

Why is Clapham an excellent place to live and invest in

Clapham is a vibrant neighborhood with a lot to offer.

Transport links

The Clapham district has a networked public transportation system. In addition to a robust bus system that links Clapham to much of South and Central London, the neighborhood features two train stations and three tube stations on the Northern line in zone 4. Various bus routes pass through, with numerous stops throughout the area.

Low crime rate

Clapham ranked 23rd out of 146 in a recent crime stats league table of crimes done across London. It is noteworthy that overall, Wandsworth's crime rate is one of the lowest of all the Boroughs in the Capital.  

Good schools

There are 13 Primary schools, with 12 rated between good and outstanding. The district also has several secondary schools, with Platanos College and Harris Academy Battersea recently receiving an outstanding rating by Ofsted and schools for children with special needs. For further education, there are two options: The London South Bank University and Lambeth College.

Amenities

The Clapham Common features winding walkways, three ponds, a Victorian bandstand, stunning mature trees, an 18th-century church, two playgrounds, a skate park, sporting facilities, and cafés. In the midst of South West London's hectic traffic, it is a pleasant haven of tranquillity and relaxation.

For book lovers, there is a library on Clapham High Street with a health center on the ground floor. A leisure center exists with a swimming pool and a well-equipped gym.

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