A guide to living in South London

Excellent

67.8%

Very Good

21.7%

Average

6.6%

Disappointing

1.2%

Very poor

2.7%

Best places to live in South London

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HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.

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The Quarters Croydon, CR0

By The Quarters by Bravo

4.76

4.76

(165 reviews)

The Quarters Croydon offers modern, fully furnished studio apartments in the heart of Croydon, designed for comfortable and convenient living. Each studio features a thoughtfully designed living space with a kitchenette, private bathroom, fitted storage and contemporary furnishings. The development benefits from 24/7 reception, on-site management, security, communal laundry facilities and maintenance support. Conveniently located within a five-minute walk of East Croydon Station, The Quarters provides excellent transport connections to Central London and Gatwick Airport. Tram and bus services are also nearby, alongside a wide selection of shops, supermarkets, restaurants and cafés. With well-maintained communal areas, secure parcel handling and on-site parking, The Quarters Croydon provides practical, fully furnished accommodation for residents seeking a convenient London base.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 38 in South London

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Ten Degrees, CR0

By Greystar

Award winner 2025

4.71

4.71

(332 reviews)

Ten Degrees, by Greystar, sits in Central Croydon. Comprising of 546 apartments over 44 floors, there is also a games room, rooftop gym, pet spa, screening room and co-working spaces. As well as this, residents have access to a wide variety of transport links, allowing them to reach central London in just 15-minutes.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 38 in South London

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The Blossoms, CR0

By Greystar

4.57

4.57

(40 reviews)

The Blossoms is a build-to-rent development offering one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments to rent are located in the centre of Croydon, the gateway to London. The community has its very own link bridge to the train station that takes you to Central London in 15 minutes.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 38 in South London

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The Well House, SM1

By Greystar

Award winner 2025

4.49

4.49

(349 reviews)

The Well House offers one, two, three-bedroom apartments and penthouses. Residents have access to facilities including a concierge and an on-site gym. Additionally, the development is a two-minute walk to Sutton station, providing rail services directly into Central London.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 38 in South London

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Haredon House, SM3

By Icona Homes

2.34

2.34

(21 reviews)

This development represents one of the many buildings featured on our platform. Detailed information and reviews are currently being gathered and will be updated shortly.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 38 in South London

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1720 total reviews

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Elsa (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Ten Degrees, CR0

Nov 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Modern Living with Convenient Transport Connections

Elsa (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Ten Degrees, CR0

Nov 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Considering the price and location, I think it offers good value for money. There aren’t many restaurants or shops within the immediate area, but having the train and tram station directly opposite is a major advantage. It makes commuting and travelling to other areas very convenient. Overall, the transport links make up for the limited local amenities.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management team has been responsive whenever I’ve raised an issue. They acknowledge the problem and aim to resolve it around three working days. For example, when I noticed that I hadn’t received the inventory PDF, they took note of it and arranged to follow up.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I would recommend clarifying which utilities and services are included in the tenancy and which need to be arranged separately. It can save you quite a bit of time and confusion after moving in.


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Farhad (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Blossoms, CR0

Oct 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great place to live.

Farhad (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Blossoms, CR0

Oct 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I have always had a great experience when dealing with the reception staff members, they are always very helpful and attentive, and nice characters to deal with.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

There hasn't been anything specific, however when dealing with management, they have been helpful, polite and responsive.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

There is nothing in particular to mention, I have been satisfied with the service provided in general.


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Nicole (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Blossoms, CR0

Oct 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great building, friendly staff

Nicole (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Blossoms, CR0

Oct 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Convenient transport links, plenty of coffee shops, nice parks around, safe, very close to the train station

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Very responsive, if we do not receive a reply to an email, we go to the reception area and the staff help immediately

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wish I had known how many fun community events take place


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Andrea (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Quarters Croydon, CR0

Oct 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

The home was exceptionally clean, beautifully maintained, and incredibly comfortable.

Andrea (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Quarters Croydon, CR0

Oct 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Our entire experience was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. The property exceeded our expectations in every way, and we felt right at home immediately. We would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a seamless, comfortable, and highly enjoyable stay.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Communication was flawless, prompt, and incredibly welcoming. The host provided clear, detailed instructions for check-in and check-out, making the whole process effortless. They were highly attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in ensuring we had a great stay.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The location was perfect and exactly what we were hoping for. The neighborhood felt very safe, peaceful, and convenient for getting around. It provided the perfect base for our trip, with great local spots easily accessible nearby.


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Gregory Marcus Mensah (Tenant)

Unverified

The Quarters Croydon, CR0

Oct 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

I really like it here.

Gregory Marcus Mensah (Tenant)

Unverified

The Quarters Croydon, CR0

Oct 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I don’t really have a negative opinion although it’s a shame that the Whitgift Shopping Centre isn’t what it’s should be.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

With urgency there is never a delay in problem solving

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Maybe the state of the shopping centre (Whitgift).


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