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It would not have escaped many that there are sweeping reforms afoot in relation to property ownership. The main purpose of the leasehold and freehold reforms is to make it
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Ashworths is a firm of commercial and residential property solicitors in Croydon, ideally placed to assist you in buying your new home or business premises in the area. Read on for the lowdown on Croydon.
Many areas of Croydon are considered ‘up and coming,’ with its large and diverse population, rich commercial centre, and vibrant cultural scene drawing many new property owners looking for a lively neighbourhood. Croydon has many key attractions drawing residents and visitors, including BOXPARK street food hub, Fairfield Halls for theatre and concerts, and a selection of shopping spots like Whitgift. The area is home to the Surrey Street Market, a fixture of the area since the 13th Century, where fresh produce is sold from Monday through to Saturday, with an artisan market on Sundays.
Croydon dates back to early British history: the earliest recorded date of the existence of Croydon Palace is 960, and the palace’s current buildings were erected in the 15th and 16th centuries. In fact, the palace was the summer home of the Archbishop of Canterbury for over 500 years. There are several other historical links and curiosities to be found in the area: Croydon Airport, which closed in 1959, was the UK’s foremost international airport in the interwar period, and was the site of the world’s first traffic control tower. In the early 2000s, Croydon was at the epicentre of the development of the music genre Dubstep, with artists like Benga and Skream honing their sound at the now-defunct Big Apple Records on Surrey Street.
Croydon’s BOXPARK development has made it a hotspot for foodies, with plenty of bars and restaurants to visit. If you’re looking for a somewhere special to go to eat out, popular spots among locals include the quirky, cosy Little Bay, Indian restaurant Khyber, and the gastropub The Bull. For lighter options make sure to check out brunch spot Aces Brunch.
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There are plenty of options for getting out into the fresh air and greenery in Croydon. The borough itself is home to 120 parks and green spaces, most notably Wandle Park which features an underground stream brought to the surface for paddling, a skate park, play area and café. Very nearby is Coombe Wood, which features ornamental gardens, a pond, waterfall, and wooded walks.
Croydon enjoys excellent transport links, served by East Croydon, South Croydon and West Croydon railway stations, with West Croydon connecting to the London Overground. When the Tramlink system was opened in 2000 (the only one in Greater London), Croydon became its hub; it has two main lines, from Elmers End or Beckenham to Wimbledon, and from New Addington to West Croydon, with all trams looping in central Croydon.
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You can find both high street classics and designer brands in Croydon. Whitgift Shopping Centre is home to a large variety of stores, from Boots and Claire’s to popular clothing brands like H&M, Next and River Island. Venture over to Purley Way to discover large homeware and furniture stores.
Croydon has undergone significant changes through the past 50 years, with high-rise buildings now characterising the skyline; however, many properties on the outer edges date from the late Victorian era through to the interwar years, and are generally more affordable than homes in other boroughs of London.
There are several fee-paying schools in the area: two boys’ schools, Whitgift School and Trinity School, and an independent girls’ school, Croydon High School, and the co-ed Royal Russell School. There are also three single-sex Catholic day schools: The John Fisher School, Coloma Convent Girls’ School and St Joseph’s College.
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