Room to rent

Penge Road, London SE25

Bright and well-presented one-bedroom flat located in the heart of South Norwood/Croydon. This home features:

✨ Key Highlights
• One double bedroom with comfortable living space
• Separate kitchen and a modern washroom
• Fully furnished – ready for move-in
• Great natural light and functional layout
• Ideal for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors
• Excellent transport connections to Central London

📍 Positioned on Penge Road, this property offers the perfect blend of suburban calm and urban convenience. It’s just a short walk to local shops, cafes, and buses, and within walking distance of major transport hubs.

🚆 Transport & Connectivity

Train Services
• Norwood Junction Station is about a 10-minute walk - frequent trains to London Bridge, Victoria, Highbury & Islington, East & West Croydon and beyond.
• Anerley rail is also walkable and connects to Southern rail lines.

Bus Links
• Multiple bus routes serve Penge Road (e.g., 75,157,196,197 and 356) – quick links across South London and into central areas.

Tram Access
• Tramlink services are walkable with stops like Birkbeck or further along, giving great local connectivity.

Commuting
• Regular buses and trains make commuting to central London viable for work or leisure.

🌳 Local Parks & Outdoor Spaces

The area is well served with green spaces & walking trails, perfect for recreation:

🌿 South Norwood Country Park – large natural park with meadowlands, trails and cycle paths.
🏞 South Norwood Lake and Grounds – lake, playground, tennis courts and sailing club.
🌳 South Norwood Recreation Ground – sports facilities and open lawns.
🌲 Grangewood Park – extensive woodland with play areas and sports facilities.
🛤 Nearby walk routes include paths along Norbury Brook and the Green Chain Walk.

🛍 Local Amenities

📌 Shops & Services:
• Daily essentials and convenience stores within short walking distance.

🍽 Cafés & Eating Out:
• Local restaurants, cafes and pubs nearby - especially along South Norwood High Street.

🏫 Schools & Community:
• Several primary and secondary schools serve the area - useful for families or tenants.

🏥 Healthcare:
• gp surgeries and pharmacies are within the vicinity for easy access to medical care.

🔒 Safety & Crime Overview
• Crime levels around Penge Road are medium / average for an urban London suburb with a total rate roughly similar to other Croydon residential areas. 
• Anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime are noted as relatively higher categories locally, but serious violent and robbery rates remain moderate.

📌 Putting It All Together

Why this property appeals:
✔ Excellent commute options to Central London
✔ Well connected by train, tram and bus
✔ Close to green spaces and community facilities
✔ Strong local amenities for everyday living
✔ Great choice for first-time buyers or rental investment