Summary - Flat 4, 22 Meadowford Close SE28 8GE
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Ideal starter home with parking, long lease and excellent transport links.
Two double bedrooms with open-plan lounge and dining area
Long 101-year lease — straightforward ownership term
EPC rating C; contemporary, neutral internal finishes
Designated resident parking bays and communal garden areas
Average total floor area 57 sqm (approx. 608 sqft)
Service charge approx. £2,000 pa; ground rent £100 pa
Electric storage heating — higher running costs expected
Local broadband slow; area records higher-than-average crime
This purpose-built two-bedroom flat sits in a small communal development close to Central Thamesmead, offered with a long 101-year lease. The layout is practical: an open-plan lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms and a family bathroom — efficient living for a first home or buy-to-let. The EPC C rating and contemporary finishes make it low-maintenance on presentation.
Location is a key strength: local shops, supermarkets and leisure facilities are within walking distance, multiple bus routes serve the area and Abbey Wood station is around 1.5 miles away for fast links into central London via the Elizabeth Line. Communal grounds, resident parking bays and nearby green spaces add everyday convenience.
Buyers should note several material considerations. Service charges average around £2,000 pa with a small ground rent of £100 pa. Heating is by electric storage heaters, which can be costly to run compared with gas systems. Broadband speeds in the area are reported slow, and local crime levels are relatively high; these are important for buyers weighing location and running costs.
Overall this flat suits first-time buyers or investors seeking a manageable, low-upkeep property with good transport access and a long lease. It offers a sensible balance of ready-to-live-in presentation and scope for personal updating, but factor in ongoing charges and higher energy costs when assessing affordability.
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