It seems only fair that I write about Greenwich. After all, I live here and it’s one of my favourite parts of London. It’s also one of the most sought after, thanks to its perfect mix of little town atmosphere and great location (it’s just twenty minutes from Central London).

The best bits: the views that stretch across the park are the finest in London (I’m not being biased, I promise); the university buildings, which were designed by Sir Christopher Wren; the hustle and bustle of the market at the weekends.

Throw in a whole host of boutiques and restaurants, and a few famous residents (Jools Holland and Lawrence Lewellyn-Bowen live here) and you’ve got yourself a perfect little location. If you can find somewhere to buy, snap it up quickly – properties don’t stay on the market for long around here.

Where should you buy? Anywhere around the park is usually a good bet. My dream house would be on Royal Hill. And of course, anywhere in the Greenwich Triangle would be perfect.

Let’s have a look at what’s on offer.

West Grove
This six-bedroom, five-floor Victorian terraced house is in a great location for both Greenwich and Blackheath. It’s situated between Greenwich station and Greenwich Park.

And it’s not just a good location that makes this property worth its £2,950,000 price tag. It’s amazing on the inside too – it’s got a huge open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, underfloor heating and mood lighting.

Torn between garden or roof terrace? Well don’t be – this property has both, and the latter offers some terrific views across London.

Crooms Hill
Near the park, yet tucked away from the tourist traps, Crooms Hill is a great little spot. The avenue is shaded and meanders all the way between Blackheath Common and the old outdoor market. Put simply, it’s the perfect street.

Quiet, friendly but in the midst of everything you need. Close enough to Royal Hill to take advantage of the local grocery shops and right by the good schools too.

Could you aks for anything more? Well, this property comes with all that but also gives you seven bedrooms and great views over the park as well. The perfect Greenwich home? Quite possibly.

St. Alfege Passage
If you’re going to live in Greenwich, then the centre is where you really ought to be. Most of the properties in the centre fetch over a million, but I’ve found this lovely little house that is on the market for just £769,950.

Most of the houses in the centre of Greenwich are town houses – straight onto the street, so you don’t get any greenery – but this one is situated in a lovely little courtyard overlooking a church.

So if the park isn’t enough greenery for you, this place might be perfect. Did I mention the conservatory? No? Maybe I should. It has a conservatory too.

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