Summary - Wellesley Road, London, SE18 SE18 4AX
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Period character meets contemporary living in a gated development near green space.
First-floor two-bedroom apartment with en-suite and separate bathroom
Exclusive gated development with concierge and on-site gym
Surrounded by communal grounds, near Woolwich Common and Oxleas Woods
Long lease: 237 years remaining
Service charge approximately £3,062 per year; ground rent £400 per year
785 sq ft total; spacious rooms and semi open-plan reception
Area records very high crime rates; located in a deprived ward
Good transport links to Canary Wharf and central London via DLR/Elizabeth line
Set within the historic 'The Academy' gated development, this well‑presented two-bedroom apartment pairs period character with contemporary living. The first-floor layout gives spacious rooms, a semi-open-plan reception with dining area, and a modern integrated kitchen — ready to move into for families or professionals.
Residents benefit from attractive communal grounds, on-site concierge and a gym, plus easy access to Woolwich Arsenal transport links. The location borders large green spaces including Woolwich Common and Oxleas Woods, offering a calmer feel while remaining connected to Canary Wharf and central London via DLR, Overground and Elizabeth line.
Practical details support ownership: a long lease (237 years remaining), Gas central heating with boiler and radiators, and an Energy Efficiency rating of C. Annual running costs include a service charge around £3,062 and ground rent of £400; council tax sits at Band D.
Considerations are straightforward and factual: the area records very high crime levels and sits within a deprived ward, which may affect resale or rental appeal for some buyers. The property is average in overall size (approximately 785 sq ft) but offers generous internal proportions for its category.
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