This area is a part of Stockwell that sits nestled just north west of Brixton. While there might not be as many popular eateries or bars in this neck of the woods, that’s not to say that the neighbourhood doesn’t have its fair share of attractions. Residents are spoiled by the many artistic offerings in the area. Between the Slaughterhaus print studio, Stockwell Hall of Fame art gallery, and the quirky Type Archive museum, there’s no shortage of creative indulgences. For families who have moved to the area for the more affordable terraced houses, they love spending time in the lush Slade Gardens, where children take full advantage of the playground on site. While Stockwell might not be as well-known as its neighbouring areas, it’s quickly becoming a popular alternative to central London.

Stockwell gets its name from a well-spring by a tree stump that was there back in 1197. A settlement formed around a manor, but the manor house was eventually demolished in 1755. Around this time, villas began to be built around the locality, and later on, in the 19th century, larger housing estates were constructed in the neighbourhood. In the late-19th century, the neighbourhood’s streets were torn up in order to build the terminus of London’s first deep tube line. In order to repair the landscape, many estates, gardens, and parks were constructed following the Second World War. Today, the neighbourhood continues to have a diverse range of housing options - from the Victorian terraced houses to the larger estates.

Famous painter, Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890), lived in this neighbourhood at one point in his career. Originally from The Netherlands, he’s perhaps most famous for his post-impressionist artwork like The Starry Night and Sunflowers.

Unfortunately, this part of the neighbourhood does not have its own tube stop. Locals don’t mind the very short walk to the nearby Oval station though. The area is also well connected via bus lines.

Completed in 2016, Galliard Homes worked on the redevelopment of an Edwardian warehouse from 1903 on Clapham Road into an apartments complex. The residential development includes piazza-style rear terracing with landscaping, a daytime concierge and 24-hour security, and a grand entrance foyer. In 2019, the Network Housing Group completed the development of the BRX, a new-build high density residential complex. The scheme provides 177 new homes, 81 of which were available for social rent, including 41 for families and 40 homes designed specifically for active elderly people. Each home is also fitted with a balcony or terrace. Not too far from there, in Stockwell Green, a single storey retail warehouse building will be demolished to make way for a further 24 apartments and commercial premises. The development, which has received planning approval, will deliver 10 1-bed, 10 2-beds and 4 3-beds.