Properties for Sale in
Southwark

Shaped By History 

With a history stretching back to Roman times, Southwark has always been heavily influenced by its location just south of the River Thames, which made it a crucial trading and crossing hub. Today it houses Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, a reconstruction of the original Elizabethan playhouse from the 16th and 17th centuries, where Shakespeare’s plays were performed. It currently functions as a working theatre and a museum that offers performances in original period format. It also hosts the Borough Market, one of the oldest food markets in London, established over a millennium ago. The Southward Cathedral, an Anglican cathedral dating back to the 12th century, is also situated in this neighbourhood and displays Gothic architecture.

Regeneration and Development

Besides the rich history, Southwark is also defined by extensive regeneration that has taken place over the last two decades. Modern skyscrapers like The Shard next to London Bridge and Bankside were converted into luxury apartments and offices alongside riverside public spaces that were revitalised with parks, promenades and restaurants. Elephant & Castle, which was once famed for post-war housing, has undergone a multi-billion-pound transformation, moulding it into a thriving urban district.

Southwark Properties For Sale

The housing market in Southwark continues to thrive with newer developments and conversions turning up around multiple corners, with the neighbourhood maintaining its dual identity of historic and ultra-modern homes. Backed by a £4 billion redevelopment, Elephant & Castle regeneration has focused on creating over 5,000 new homes, new town centres and university campus spaces. Canada Water Masterplan, with a hefty investment for mixed-use development, is targeting the creation of 3,000 new homes and 2 million sq.ft. of workspace. Old Kent Road Opportunity Area is also designated to deliver over 20,000 homes by 2040.

Cultural Hub

Southwark’s connection with culture and the arts doesn’t just end at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, as the neighbourhood also comprises smaller performance spaces like the National Theatre’s satellite productions and Young Vic. Set on the former Bankside Power Station, Tate Modern — one of the world’s leading modern art museums — features works by art mammoths like Picasso, Rothko and Hockney, among others. The Borough Arts Trail’s annual occurrence showcases local studios, performance spaces and galleries in a remarkable display of Southwark’s dedication towards community arts.