Summary - LEAF HOUSE, 72 FLAT 8 PECKHAM ROAD LONDON SE5 8PU
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Well-presented one-bed with communal roof terrace, close to Peckham Rye station.
One double bedroom with built-in wardrobes
Bright open-plan reception and contemporary kitchen
Communal roof terrace with city views
138 years remaining on lease, typical leasehold terms
Service charge approx. £1,700 pa; council tax Band B
EPC: G — poor energy efficiency, potential higher bills
Solid brick Edwardian/Victorian building; insulation may be lacking
Area has above-average crime and higher deprivation levels
Set on the third floor of a purpose-built Victorian block, this one-bedroom apartment pairs period character with contemporary finishes. The open-plan reception and kitchen are exceptionally bright, with plantation shutters and a modern kitchen fitted with deep green cabinets and integrated appliances. The double bedroom includes built-in wardrobes and the bathroom features a walk-in shower. Residents also benefit from a communal roof terrace.
Practical points are straightforward: the flat is leasehold with 138 years remaining, a service charge of £1,700 per year and council tax in Band B. Heating is by mains gas boiler and radiators. The building dates from c.1900–1929 and walls are solid brick, so consider potential insulation or damp-proofing improvements if you want to reduce running costs.
Location is a major selling point for first-time buyers and those seeking good transport links. Peckham Rye station is approximately 0.6 miles away with Overground services to central hubs. Local amenities include independent cafés, galleries and food markets around Peckham and Camberwell, plus several well-rated primary and secondary schools nearby.
Be candid about challenges: the wider area has above-average crime statistics and is classified as deprived. The EPC rating is G, which indicates poor energy efficiency and could mean higher heating bills and potential refurbishment to improve performance. For buyers seeking a well-presented, bright one-bed close to Peckham’s cultural heart, this offers immediate move-in comfort with scope to add value through energy upgrades and minor modernisation.
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