People are flocking to this 'vibrant' London borough — even though it's expensive

The borough of Wandsworth is proving popular – despite the price tag (Picture: Getty Images)

A trip to the zoo,an acrobatics show,a stroll around one of London’s first indoor markets,or perhaps just a swim in a historic Lido.

These are just some of the unique activities you might stumble across in Wandsworth in South West London.

It seems that it’s becoming increasingly popular with movers,too,as in 2025,a study analysing more than 23,000 moves found that it was the most popular London borough.

Now,it’s not exactly a cheap enclave to move to. Over the last year,house prices in Wandsworth have averaged at out at £810,224,towering over the current national average of £269,900 (according to Zoopla’s figures).

Plus,renting here certainly costs a pretty penny,as Compare My Move’s research found that the average monthly payment comes in at £2,526.

So,just what’s all the fuss about?

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This article was first published on July 12,2024.

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