Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Woodford is a town in East London, within the London Borough of Redbridge. It is located 9.5 miles (15.3 km) north-east of Charing Cross. Woodford historically formed an ancient parish in the county of Essex. It contained a string of agrarian villages and was part of Epping Forest. From about 1700 onwards, it became a place of residence for affluent people who had business in London; this wealth, together with its elevated position, has led to it being called the Geographical and social high point of East London. Woodford was suburban to London and after being combined with Wanstead in 1934 it was incorporated as a municipal borough in 1937. It has formed part of Greater London since 1965 and comprises the neighbourhoods of Woodford Green, Woodford Bridge, Woodford Wells and South Woodford. The area is served by two stations on the Central line of the London Underground: Woodford and South Woodford. “
The amenities you might need in South Woodford
Below is a list of the places you may want to check out if the area of South Woodford. This can really help you out when you are moving to an area or neighbourhood.
Are there many post offices in the region of South Woodford?
Looking for convenient parcel handling? Having a nearby post office is the optimal solution. Beyond standard postal services, the post offices in South Woodford can be found by checking out the table below.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Woodford Post Office | 115 George Lane, London | 4.2 | 13 |
Tube & Train stations nearby the area of South Woodford
Having to walk more than 10 to 15 min to reach public transportation is usually considered as a downside when considering a property to live in. To simplify this, we curated the list of train and tube station of South Woodford to help you find what would be the best location for you to move in. There are 1 train or tube stations within the South Woodford area. Here are the main ones
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Woodford | George Lane, London | 4 | 50 |
Schools around South Woodford
Having a nearby school is a plus when moving. Below are schools located by South Woodford. This table is especially important to pay attention to if you are trying to find a place for your child to learn in the next few years.
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hypnowellness | Lily House, 11 The Shrubberies, George Lane, London | N/A | N/A |
| Electric Guitar Lessons | 1 George Lane, London | N/A | N/A |
| Kumon Maths & English | The Scout Hut, 114 High Road, London | 4.4 | 7 |
| Woodford Pre-School Playgroup | Memorial Hall, 209 High Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Little Diamonds | Cambridge Lodge, 56 Hermon Hill, London | 3.2 | 21 |
| Oakdale Junior School | Oakdale Road, London | 3.1 | 17 |
| Churchfields Junior School | Churchfields, London | 5 | 12 |
| KidsOwn Ltd South Woodford | 208 Maybank Road, London | 4.5 | 8 |
| Crescendo Music Academy & Variations Dance Studio | 160 George Lane, London | 4.8 | 4 |
| Snaresbrook Preparatory School | 75 Woodford Road, London | 4 | 5 |
| Snaresbrook Primary School and Nursery | Meadow Walk, London | 4.6 | 23 |
| Churchfields Infants’ School | 37 Churchfields, London | 4.4 | 8 |
| Kids Inc Nurseries Head Office | Orchard House, Eastwood Close, London | 4 | 2 |
| Oakdale Infant School | Woodville Road, London | 4.5 | 12 |
| Free Parking | N/A | N/A | |
| Sarah Artistry | Marlborough Business Centre, 14-15 96 George Lane, London | 4.7 | 40 |
| Kids Inc Day Nursery – South Woodford | 71 Cleveland Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| The Sunflower Nursery South Woodford | 3 Bedford Road, London | 5 | 23 |
| Incey Winceys Day Nursey | 12 Eastwood Close, London | 4 | 9 |
| Bart Guichelaar | 29 Glebelands Avenue, London | N/A | N/A |
How many hospitals, pharmacies and doctors are there in South Woodford?
South Woodford has 7 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 Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shrubberies Medical Centre | 12 The Shrubberies, London | 3.4 | 70 |
| Wanstead Hospital | Makepeace Road, London | 3.6 | 36 |
| ESS Clinic (Private minor surgery and aesthetics) | 142 George Lane, London | 3.2 | 13 |
| Eastwood Medical Centre | London | 5 | 1 |
| DerekBangura | Imperial Heights, Queen Mary Avenue, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Galleon & Heronwood | Makepeace Road, London | 3.4 | 8 |
| South Woodford Health Centre | 118-122 High Road, London | 2.8 | 14 |
In the city of South Woodford, what kind of things are there to do?
What makes the heart of South Woodford? 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 and gyms that exist in South Woodford to help you decide as to whether to move there or not.
Gyms in South Woodford
In South Woodford, using the public parks is not for everyone. Finding out if you are able to attend a local gym or leisure centre nearby may be a good idea if you are trying to move to the area perhaps for permanent residency.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Woodford Library and Gym | 116 High Road, London | 4.3 | 67 |
| Boxx | Mae House, Marlborough Business Centre, 96 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 121 |
| Perfect alignment | 10 The Shrubberies, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Balanced Movement Pilates | 10, The Shrubberies, George Lane, London | 4.3 | 4 |
| Esther Marshall Physiotherapy and Pilates | Lily House, Consulting Rooms, 11 The Shrubberies, London | 4.3 | 9 |
| Benefitness Personal Training Sports Massage | 10 Raven Road, London | 4.3 | 107 |
| Wellness Yoga Conscious | 14 Bushey Avenue, London | 4.3 | 19 |
| Blueprint : Fitness | unit 3a, 4 Raven Road, London | 4.3 | 110 |
| TTS Personal Training | Suite 1 & 2 Maybank Business Centre, 208 Maybank Road, London | 4.3 | 9 |
| Air-Yoga Studio | 90 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 10 |
| Hypoxi South Woodford | 24 High Road, London | 4.3 | 42 |
| Master Ding Academy – South Woodford | 208 Maybank Road, London | 4.3 | 3 |
| Evolve18 | 1 Station Passage, London | 4.3 | 33 |
| Kuls Fitness | 7 Grove Crescent, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| East Eighteen Physiotherapy And Pilates | United Kingdom | 4.3 | 2 |
| Yoga Mind Balance | Churchfields, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Pilates East | 209 High Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Pilates with Han | 1 Victory Road, London | 4.3 | 17 |
| Titanium Gym | 10 Raven Road, London | 4.3 | 142 |
| The Real CBD | Unit 3B, 4 Raven Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
Supermarkets in South Woodford
Grocery shopping is another important activity you will do if you move into the area of South Woodford. In the below table, we go over the nearby supermarkets such as Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury’s so you know what the area has to offer for your food shop.
We weren’t able to find any supermarket in this area. If we were wrong, tell us in the comments the name and address of your local supermarket or grocery store. We’ll amend this page
Galleries and Museums
The vitality of a region is shaped by its residents who live, work, and engage with one another. Exploring an area through art offers a fresh perspective. If you’re considering relocating to South Woodford, we highly suggest exploring the local galleries, museums, and cultural establishments. These venues offer delightful experiences, especially on weekends.
We weren’t able to find any museum in this area. Tell us in the comments if we were wrong. We’ll amend this page
The types of restaurants
The below table gives you a good idea of what kind of options there are for eating out. In South Woodford, you may find things like Italian, Chinese or even Indian takeouts. Take a look below if you are visiting or want to move here if eating out is a big deal for you.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bhangra Beat Online | 156B George Lane, London | 4.3 | 25 |
| George’s Fish & Souvlaki Bar | 164 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 263 |
| Lizard Lounge Cocktails & Kitchen | 186-188 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 354 |
| Zizzi – South Woodford | 198 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 589 |
| Toby Carvery Snaresbrook | 73 Hollybush Hill, Greater, London | 4.3 | 3011 |
| Chunky Chicken and Pizza | 1 Mulberry Way, London | 4.3 | 220 |
| Subway | 116 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 77 |
| Yummy Thai | 136 Hermon Hill, London | 4.3 | 98 |
| Wood Oven BBQ | 126 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 1105 |
| Pizza Express | 76 High Road, London | 4.3 | 768 |
| Ark Fish Restaurant | 142 Hermon Hill, London | 4.3 | 730 |
| Slug & Lettuce – South Woodford | 184 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 873 |
| Dynasty Restaurant | 139 High Road, London | 4.3 | 330 |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 25 Electric Parade, London | 4.3 | 111 |
| Nino’s | Ninos 18, Electric Parade, George Lane, London | 4.3 | 321 |
| Railway Bell | 87 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 763 |
| Wing Sing | 78 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 163 |
| KFC London | 138 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 455 |
| Family Kebab Fish Bar | 133 High Road, London | 4.3 | 174 |
| Jaipur Indian Restaurant | 80 George Lane, London | 4.3 | 150 |
Parks and green spaces in South Woodford
One of London’s greatest features are the large green spaces that cover the surface of the city. Check below if South Woodford is a good fit for you. Be it for a simple walk or for a casual summer picnic.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Gardens | Belvedere Road, London | 4.5 | 1413 |
| Elm Court | 1 Pump Court, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Middle Temple Gardens | 3 Middle Temple Lane, Temple, London | 4.7 | 82 |
| Bernie Spain Gardens | South Bank, London | 4.4 | 488 |
| Bloomsbury Square Garden | 14 Bloomsbury Square, London | 4.3 | 2017 |
| The Phoenix Garden | 21 Stacey Street, London | 4.6 | 461 |
| LGBT Chairs ️ | Ground Floor, South East Wing, Bush House, 300 Strand, London | 5 | 1 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | 4 Temple Place, Temple, London | N/A | N/A |
| Potnotch | Jubilee Market, Tavistock Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| London Memorial Garden | Savoy Place, London | 3.8 | 4 |
| Drury Lane Gardens | 58 Drury Lane, London | 3.9 | 16 |
| Fountain Court | Temple, London | 4.6 | 8 |
| Southbank boardwalk | South Bank, Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 13 |
| Street Art Skaterpark | 337-338 Belvedere Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| National Theatre garden terrace | South Bank, National Theatre, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Diamond Jubilee Penny Maze | Henrietta Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| Southbank (River Thames South) Walkpath. | Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 18 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | Villiers Street, London | 4.6 | 2523 |
| Diamond Jubilee Garden | St Pauls Church, Bedford Street, London | 4.4 | 12 |
| BIG 7 | 7 Bell Yard, London | N/A | N/A |
Pubs in the area
Being Londoners ourselves, at Cozee, we hold a strong bond with our regular visits to the local pub every week. Why should your experience be any different in your new home? That’s why we’ve thoroughly tested and reviewed all the pubs in South Woodford. While we didn’t get the chance to personally visit each one, we certainly wish we could have. Here’s the curated list of the finest pubs in South Woodford.
We have not found any great pubs in this area. If we were wrong, tell us in the comments the name and address of your local pub. We’ll amend this page. Would be a shame not to let people know what is your hidden gem!
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Last Updated on March 26, 2026