The south-east London borough of Bromley sits perfectly between the bustling city life of the capital and the rolling green scenery of the Kent countryside. Take a look at our ranking of the top-rated developments in Bromley to find the best places to live in this popular, family-friendly London borough.
Highest rated new build homes in Bromley
London’s largest borough gives you plenty of choice. From buzzing, energetic city neighbourhoods to thriving towns and leafy, sought-after villages, Bromley has something for everyone. With prices substantially below the London average, and easy access to both Central London and the picturesque Kent countryside, it’s certainly easy to see Bromley’s appeal. Read on to see our ranking of the best new build homes in Bromley. We’ve based the list on the ratings of 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.
Where is Bromley?
Bromley occupies a substantial slice of south-east London, stretching all the way from Crystal Palace, Penge and Beckenham, to Orpington and the sleepy, peaceful villages around the edges of the M25. At its closest point, Central London is just seven miles from Bromley. Meanwhile, on the outer edges of the borough you’re as far removed from the city as it’s possible to feel within the M25.
Living in Bromley
Bromley offers as wide a variety of experiences as you’ll find anywhere in London. It has vibrant, energetic urban communities with their finger on the pulse, alongside stately villages and archetypal commuter towns. At its northernmost point, you’re fully connected to the south-east London urban sprawl.
However, the further south you go, the more the countryside creeps up on you, until you’re standing in the middle of a field, apparently miles from civilisation. This is, of course, part of the borough’s great appeal. If you want to be connected to London but with the countryside nearby, you’re hard-pressed to beat Bromley.
Bromley’s main communities include the thriving Bromley town centre and the ultimate commuter haven of Orpington. There’s excellent shopping in Bromley town, while Orpington has all the everyday amenities you could wish for. In Beckenham, Crystal Palace and Penge, you’ll find a more diverse crowd and a mix of high street shops, independent retailers and a smattering of trendy bars and cafés. Alternatively, exclusive Chislehurst has the feel of a sleepy, secluded village.
The borough’s excellent choice of schools enhances its credentials as a family-friendly location. Bromley has a variety of outstanding-rated state schools and renowned independents. Thanks to its legacy as a part of the ceremonial county of Kent, Bromley is also home to two selective schools. These are the sought-after Newstead Wood School for girls and St. Olave’s Grammar School for boys.
Transport in Bromley
Like much of south-east London, Bromley’s residential areas lean heavily on mainline rail services for access to Central London. Thankfully, the borough’s many national rail stations offer fast and regular services to Central London. This includes the likes of London Bridge, Charing Cross and in the City, Cannon Street. Beckenham and Penge sit within TfL zone 4, while outer areas, including Orpington, are in zone 6.
Bromley property prices
Zoopla lists Bromley’s average property prices at £526,000. This is based on sales in the borough in the 12 months to April 2024. It’s significantly below the London average of £733,000. Large detached houses in the borough fetch almost £1 million. However, you can buy a semi-detached house for an average of £622,000, around £111,000 below the London average. You can acquire apartments similarly cheaply, at an average of £333,000 compared to £534,000.
Could Bromley be the ideal place for you to put down roots? To discover more about Bromley life, check out our dedicated area guide below. From there, you can read about the different areas in the borough and find out about the best new build homes in Bromley.
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