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Other neighbourhoods near New Cross

Whenever you’re not sure about if you want to move into an area for sure, making sure that you have considered your other options is important to confirm a decision or perhaps sway you in another direction. Find some other nearby regions to help you make a decision about New Cross.

Neighbourhood nameLink to our guide
Honor Oak See the guide here
Crofton Park See the guide here
Western Ladywell See the guide here
Ladywell See the guide here
Lewisham See the guide here
Brockley See the guide here
Nunhead See the guide here
Blackheath See the guide here
Peckham See the guide here
New Cross Gate See the guide here
Southampton Way Estate See the guide here
Maze Hill See the guide here
Deptford See the guide here
Evelyn See the guide here
Greenwich Peninsula See the guide here
Bermondsey See the guide here
Surrey Quays See the guide here
Rotherhithe See the guide here
Cubitt Town See the guide here
Wapping See the guide here
Canary Wharf See the guide here
Honor Oak See the guide here
Crofton Park See the guide here
Western Ladywell See the guide here
Ladywell See the guide here
Lewisham See the guide here
Brockley See the guide here
Nunhead See the guide here
Blackheath See the guide here
Peckham See the guide here
New Cross Gate See the guide here
Southampton Way Estate See the guide here
Maze Hill See the guide here
Deptford See the guide here
Evelyn See the guide here
Greenwich Peninsula See the guide here
Bermondsey See the guide here
Surrey Quays See the guide here
Rotherhithe See the guide here
Cubitt Town See the guide here

In New Cross, what are some things we love?

What makes the heart of New Cross? At Cozee we asked ourselves what would define the culture, the vibe of a given area. We have come up with the following elements so whether you are a foodie or a night bird, we got you covered. Check out the different restaurants, pubs, gym that exist in New Cross to help you decide to move in there.

Museums & Galleries in the area

An area thrives through its people and their interactions. Discover New Cross through its art scene by exploring galleries, museums, and cultural institutions, providing enjoyable weekend activities and contributing to the vibrant community.

Museum name NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Goldsmiths Centre for Contemporary ArtSaint James’s, London4.691
Deptford Pearls MuralGiffin Street, London52

What type of green space is there in New Cross?

One of London’s greatest features are the large green spaces that cover the surface of the city. Check below if New Cross is a good fit for you. Be it for a simple walk or for a casual summer picnic.

Park NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Little Butterfly Daycare Nursery Breakfast & After School ClubThe Akwaaba Centre, Grinling Place, London53
Deptford Borough War MemorialCorner of Lewisham Way and Upper Brockley Road, Lewisham Way, London4.86
Friendly Gardens1 Friendly Street, London4.1120
Borough of Deptford Memorial Gardens239 Lewisham Way, London4.817
Charlotte Turner Gardens5 Carrick Mews, London4.353
Eckington Gardens23B Casella Road, London3.9147
New Cross Gate Cutting4 Vesta Road, London4.461
DIYHELP4U20 Stowage, LondonN/AN/A
Life sustainable gardensStop U, Near, Exeter Way, London51
Royal Naval Place AllotmentsRoyal Naval Place, London41
Fordham ParkUK4.3185
Margaret McMillan Park54 Glenville Grove, London4175
Evelyn Dog Fenced Park2 Clyde Street, London461
Evelyn GreenDeptford, London51
Luxmore GardensLuxmore Street, London4.732
Common Growth Community GardenSandbourne Road, London4.311
Folkestone gardens51 Rolt Street, LondonN/AN/A
church street yardDeptford, LondonN/AN/A
Dog’s Park80 Albyn Road, London4.329
Evelyn’s MulberryLondonN/AN/A

The types of restaurants

New Cross is rich in restaurants, from Indian, Chinese or Italian ones, your area is vibrant with life and the foodies that you may be will surely find what you are looking for.

Restaurant NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Premier Inn London Greenwich hotel43-81 Greenwich High Road, London4.31444
Amersham Arms388 New Cross Road, London4.3936
The New Cross House316 New Cross Road, London4.3777
Red Planet Pizza127 Lewisham Way, London4.356
Manze’s Deptford204 Deptford High Street, London4.3216
Royal Albert460 New Cross Road, London4.31049
Meze Mangal Restaurant245 Lewisham Way, London4.3963
Pizza Hut Delivery199, 201 Lewisham Way, London4.3221
Jasmine Garden127 Lewisham Way, London4.3108
Perfect Fried Chicken London341 New Cross Road, London4.399
Goldsmiths SU Bar10 Dixon Road, London4.327
Mowley’s Fried Chicken New CrossBatavia Mews, 289 New Cross Road, London4.3105
Lomond CoffeeArch 7, Deptford Market Yard, Deptford High Street, London4.3362
Deptford Market YardDeptford Market Yard, London4.31370
SALT DeptfordUnit 2, St Paul’s House, 3 Market Yard, London4.3874
Good Friends2A Douglas Way, London4.395
M and D Japanese Deptford117 Deptford High Street, London4.3362
Jam Circus120-122 Deptford High Street, London4.3722
Marcella165A Deptford High Street, London4.3574
Maestro Bar Restaurant London45 Deptford Broadway, London4.3157

Are there a lot of supermarkets in New Cross?

Finally we wouldn’t like to let you down on where to do your grocery shopping in New Cross. Although solutions like Ocado, Amazon or other delivery services can be a great replacement, knowing if a grocery store is nearby the place you are about to live in is a big plus. Please find below the grocery stores in New Cross.

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Pubs in the area

As Londoners, we love our local pubs. New Cross has great ones to become your new regular spot. Consider these if visiting or moving to the area of New Cross.

Pub name NameAddressDescription
Earl of Derby87 Dennett’s Road
New Cross
SE14 5LW
Tastefully refurbished Victorian corner pub taken over by Parched London in June 2023. The spacious, muted interior consists of two rooms connected by arches at each side of the bar. The front room has a semi-circular bar counter, jukebox, and a mix of high and low level seating; the rear room has mainly standard tables and chairs. There is also a large upstairs function room and outside seating to the front under large canopies. The kitchen is run by Gengelly’s with a menu focusing on pies, chargrilled meats and fish, weekly specials, and Sunday roasts using fresh & sustainable organic produce. DJ nights on Friday and Saturday.
Five Bells155 New Cross Road
New Cross
SE14 5DJ
This historic pub has some fine original features and is very welcoming. There’s a stage and also a table tennis table. Significantly refurbished in 2019.
Marquis of Granby322 New Cross Road
New Cross
SE14 6AG
A traditional, wood panelled ex Charrington’s pub with an original central island bar and an Irish influence. Local bus stops are named after this wedge shaped landmark pub. Note The House of Toby tiling outside. Serves two regular real ales and sometimes dabbles in a third one, sometimes from a local brewery enterprise. The single handpump on one counter is not operational so you’ll be served from one of the three on another side of the island bar. During term time may be very busy with students. There are several tables on the front pavement.
No dogs except assistance dogs permitted.
New Cross House316 New Cross Road
New Cross
SE14 6AF
A pub has existed on this site since the 1600s. This spacious, airy hostelry has a traditional feel, though not many original features now remain. There is a large garden that also includes a large outbuilding that has been converted into a twin level covered drinking area with comfortable seating. An open kitchen to the rear is complemented by a traditional pizza oven. Was refurbished in September 2023 with cask ale restored.
New Cross Inn323 New Cross Road
New Cross
SE14 6AS
A one roomed corner pub with some lovely original signage. This is very much a music venue with a permanent performance stage but there is a good selection of real ales and ciders on the high bar. Following a refurbishment in June 2016 there is now a basement bar call ‘The Stocks Bar’ where further real ales, ciders and over 90 spirits are available along with events such as Open Mic, Karaoke, folk and games nights take place. Card Payment only.
Royal Albert460 New Cross Road
New Cross
SE14 6TJ
Former Antic pub now run by Portobello Brewery. Following a 2022 refurbishment and extension the bar has a brighter and fresher look with a relaxed, homely ambience. The L-shaped bar leads to a rear conservatory and open-to-view kitchen. The clientèle is a mixture of local academia, musicians and people out for an enjoyable time. A front patio offers outside drinking. Normally up to four cask ales are available, usually one or two of which are from the house brewery plus guest beers with a mainly regional focus, including from local microbreweries. Quiz on Monday evening, life drawing on Tues evening and live jazz on Sunday, plus a DJ on from time to time. The food offering includes burgers and steak.
Shirker’s Rest9 Lewisham Way
New Cross
SE14 6PP
Micropub-style venue opened in early June 2022 in a former solicitor’s office opposite Goldsmiths university. A joint venture between popular local bloggers Deserter and pop-up pub specialists Camberwell Shark. In addition to the ground floor bar, there is an upstairs drinking area, also hosting art exhibitions and other events showcasing local talent, plus a small outdoor seating area. 4 handpumps, usually 3 or 4 cask ales, including a house bitter from local brewers Anspach & Hobday, plus 7 craft keg beers on tap, wine and spirits. As well as bar snacks, the venue has a free delivery arrangement with a local pizzeria.
Card payment only here.
**Note that last orders must be placed 30 minutes before the closing times shown.**
Skehans1 Kitto Road
New Cross
SE14 5TW
Impressive high ceilinged Victorian corner pub with single L-shaped bar and lots of open floor space. Popular and lively with live music every evening apart from Thursday which is quiz night. Has a Thai restaurant, “Chai’s Garden”, with a separate entrance in a converted coach house at the rear. No dogs admitted.

The range of gyms in New Cross

While working from home has increased, so has the frequentation of gyms to help keep in shape. With companies like Better or Pure Gym and others, New Cross might help you stay in shape. A great feature to have nearby.

Gym NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Iyengar Yoga Institute South London470 New Cross Road, London4.320
Wavelengths Leisure CentreGiffin Street, London4.3786
Hoopblast LtdThe Moonshot Centre, New Cross, London4.3N/A
Double Jab ABC Within the Moonshot CentreMoonshot Centre, Angus Street, London4.382
JH Lifetime Care44 Warwickshire Path, London4.32
Ankor PilatesSt James’ Parish Church, London4.345
The Commando Temple16 Resolution Way, London4.3153
kettlebell training londonUnits 14, 15, 16, 17 Resolution Way, London4.3N/A
M K Yoga61 Lewisham Way, London4.3N/A
Yoga Ashtanga VidyalayaAdolphus Street, London4.3N/A
MGM Gym210-212 Edward Street, London4.314
Nolan’s Boxing Gym215-216, Railway Arches, Edward Place, London4.334
FitFunActiveUnit 11 Ffinch Street, London4.398
BALDR CrossFitUnit 2, 82-84 Childers Street, London4.316
London Kettlebell Class16 Resolution Way, London4.3N/A
Go Commando17 Resolution Way, London4.32
Annie Calverley Gentle Yoga and Relaxation21 Deptford Broadway, London4.3N/A
Belle Studios WellbeingLangford House, 7 Evelyn Street, London4.3N/A
Susi Barnes Pilates29 Sterling Gardens, London4.3N/A
Kindred YogaUnit D, Norfolk House, Brookmill Road, London4.361

How’s the local life around New Cross

There are always activities happening in lively New Cross. Timeout posts weekly on events there, so browse their site for ideas. We included a link to their New Cross page to make finding local happenings easier.

Getting to know a new area is easier with an overview of offerings and locations. Our map pulls together property price info and other details from this article to give you a New Cross snapshot.

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Schools around New Cross

Having an educational institution close by is a great perk when moving. See the list below of schools located in the New Cross vicinity and how they relate to property prices.

School NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Haberdashers’ Hatcham PrimaryHunsdon Road, London4.614
Hoopblast LtdThe Moonshot Centre, New Cross, LondonN/AN/A
London School of Information Technologyastra house, 23-25 Arklow Road, LondonN/AN/A
LEYF – Playhouse Nursery & Pre-SchoolMoonshot Centre, Angus Street, London4.56
Niomi O’Rourke Voice & Piano Tuition2 Alpha Road, LondonN/AN/A
Goldsmiths College Nursery30 Lewisham Way, London4.85
Trinity Laban: Musical Theatre DepartmentLaurie Grove, London4.58
New Cross & Deptford Families FirstSt James Family Learning Centre, 11-15, LondonN/AN/A
LEYF – New Cross Nursery & Pre-School75 Amersham Road, London4.88
Loring Hall OfficeLondon41
Tidemill Academy11 Giffin Street, London4.315
Deptford Tutors Tuition Centre – Lewisham – GreenwichDeptford Lounge, 9 Giffin Street, London561
Strong Tower Day Nursery26 Admiralty Close, London4.34
Chairbears day nurseryChairbears Day Nursery, 9-12 Deptford Broadway, London4.524
Shirley Stewart’s Pottery CoursesLewisham Arthouse, 140 Lewisham Way, London4.25
GUITAR LESSONS West London Music TutorsSaint John’s Lodge, Harton Street, LondonN/AN/A
Kush Academy190-196 Deptford High Street, LondonN/AN/A
Little Butterfly Daycare Nursery Breakfast & After School ClubThe Akwaaba Centre, Grinling Place, London53
Rachel McMillan Nursery School and Children’s CentreMcMillan Street, London4.713
Start the DanceAlbury Street, London5189

Post offices in the area of New Cross

Nearby post offices simplify sending and getting packages. New Cross branches also offer services like money orders and insurance along with mail services. Here they are along with their proximity to the area.

Post Office NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
New Cross Post Office500 New Cross Road, London4.4154
Lewisham Way Post Office150 Lewisham Way, London2.4100
New Cross Gate Post Office165-167, New Cross Road, London4139
Deptford Delivery OfficePark Unit 11-12 Segro, Blackhorse Road, London3.247
Woodpecker community Centrr20 Woodpecker Road, London00
Post box208 Deptford High Street, London51
Evelyn Street Post Office301 Evelyn Street, London4.2254
Camberwell New Rd Shipping LabelsDeptford, 2 Cremer House, Deptford Church Street Crossfield Estate, London00
Post BoxThornville Street, London51
Deptford Royal Mail Delivery Office (new)10 Blackhorse Road, London33

Tube & Train stations in and around New Cross

Most want transit less than a 15 minute walk from home. We put together train and tube stations in New Cross to help find the optimal area for you. It could be that you don’t mind walking or it could be that public transport is necessary for you to get around.

Train or tube station nameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
New CrossNew Cross station, Greater, off Amersham Vale, New Cross Road, London449
New Cross GateNew Cross Road, London3.988
DeptfordDeptford High Street, London4.169

How many hospitals, pharmacies and doctors are there in New Cross?

New Cross has 5 medical institutions. These include hospitals, doctors offices, pharmacies and other stores providing medical attention. Here are the details the nearby medical institutions (1000 radius of the area).

Medical institution NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Deptford Market Health Centre50 Giffin Street, LondonN/AN/A
Deptford Surgery502-504 New Cross Road, London4.1242
Medico4bg, 17 Stanley Street, LondonN/AN/A
Kingfisher Medical Centre3 Staunton Street, London4.1189
wee wee worldUnversity of Greenwich, Creek Road, London52

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