Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Sydenham is a district of south-east London, England, which is shared between the London boroughs of Lewisham, Bromley and Southwark. Prior to the creation of the County of London in 1889, Sydenham was located in Kent, bordering Surrey. Historically, the area was very affluent, with the Crystal Palace being relocated to Sydenham Hill in 1854. Today, Sydenham is a diverse area, with a population of 28,378 and borders Forest Hill, Dulwich, Crystal Palace, Penge, Beckenham, Catford and Bellingham. “
Other nearby areas around Sydenham
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Is the local life vibrant in Sydenham
Sydenham is vibrant with life, activities and to find out what to do in your area we recommend you to have a look at websites like Timeout. Timeout updates on a weekly basis things to do in Sydenham. To simplify you the task of finding the page here is the link to see the upcoming events in Sydenham.
Also having a clear view of what is available in Sydenham and where is a great way to project yourself within this new area. This is why we created the following map where we gathered all the information you will find in this article.
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The number of hospitals, pharmacies and doctors in Sydenham
Sydenham has 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam healthcare Care Services Limited | Unit 129, Regent House Business Centre, 291-307 Kirkdale, London | N/A | N/A |
Tube & Train stations nearby Sydenham
Train and tube stations in Sydenham can provide you with direct links to nearby cities and hence, they are a desirable feature for people when deciding on a place to live. Those who move into a city with direct transport links are able to travel further for work and will maybe spend less time commuting. Find a table below about where these transport links are:
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydenham | London | 3.9 | 59 |
| Penge West | Penge West Station, Anerley Park, London | 3.8 | 33 |
| Penge East | Penge East Station, Station Road, London | 4 | 50 |
Are there many post offices in the region of Sydenham?
Looking for convenient parcel handling? Having a nearby post office is the optimal solution. Beyond standard postal services, the post offices in Sydenham can be found by checking out the table below.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydenham Post Office | 44 Sydenham Road, London | 3.7 | 150 |
Schools around Sydenham
Having a nearby school is a plus when moving. Below are schools located by Sydenham. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone | All Saints Hall, Trewsbury Road, London | 3 | 2 |
| Kirkdale Learning Centre | 84 Kirkdale, London | N/A | N/A |
| Medua’s Bilingual Play School | 111 Longton Grove, London | 1 | 1 |
| The Science Centre of Excellence | 291 Kirkdale, London | 5 | 1 |
| Cello Lessons in London | 37 Lyric Mews, London | N/A | N/A |
| Musik Creation Ltd | 4 Westwood Hill, Sydenham | N/A | N/A |
| Sydenham High School GDST | 19 Westwood Hill, London | 2.9 | 10 |
| Witty Kiddies Sydenham | Sydenham Lawn Tennis Club, Lawrie Park Road, Sydenham | 5 | 23 |
| Diddy Dinos Ltd | 27 Crystal Palace Park Road, London | 4.8 | 12 |
| St Bartholomews Pre-school | St Bartholomew’s Church Hall, Sydenham, London | N/A | N/A |
| Charlotte Taylor Yoga & Reiki | The Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Road, London | 5 | 32 |
| Cherish Day Nursery | 2 Jews Walk, London | 5 | 4 |
| Flute Teacher | 21 Earlsthorpe Road, London | 1 | 1 |
| Ladybird Nursery Penge | Penge East Railway Station, Station House, Station Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Sydenham After School Club | 105 Sydenham Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Violin Teacher and Violinist | 17 Kingsthorpe Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| Alexandra Junior School | Cator Road, London | 2.3 | 3 |
| father larkin nursery & pre school | Coombe Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Kelvin Grove Children & Family Centre | Kelvin Grove, London | N/A | N/A |
| St Bartholomew’s Primary School | The Peak, London | 4.7 | 3 |
In the city of Sydenham, what kind of things are there to do?
What makes the heart of Sydenham? 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 Sydenham to help you decide as to whether to move there or not.
Where can you buy groceries in the area
Grocery shopping is something that people do all the time, so it would make sense to want to find out where the nearest shopping centres are in your area. In Sydenham, Take a look at the major supermarkets nearby, so you know where to go grocery shopping if you are to make this place your home.
| Supermarket/Grocery store name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Unit 14, 15 Central Square, Wembley | 3.1 | 114 |
| Fudco | 184 Ealing Road, Wembley | 4.1 | 198 |
| Iceland Supermarket Wembley | 14-19 Central Square, Wembley | 4.3 | 592 |
| Tesco Express | 492, 500 High Road, Wembley | 3.3 | 60 |
| Bestfoods Supermarket Wembley | 13 Ealing Road, Wembley | 4.1 | 292 |
| Polmar Supermarket | 510 High Road, Wembley | 4.4 | 175 |
| Poundland | 435/441 High Road, Wembley | 4.3 | 651 |
| Lancelot Road Newsagents | United Kingdom | 3.4 | 5 |
| Afghan Bazar & Bakery Wembley | 29 Ealing Road, Wembley | 5 | 2 |
| Poundland | 401, 403 High Road, Wembley | 2 | 1 |
| Shayona Sweets & Savouries | 1-2 Coronet Parade, Ealing Road, Wembley, London | 4.1 | 267 |
| AlPasha Supermarket | 428-430 High Road, Wembley | 4.2 | 284 |
| Sainsbury’s Local | 349-357 High Road, Wembley | 2.7 | 29 |
| Shree Superstore | 11 Wembley Hill Road, Wembley | 3.6 | 14 |
| Bucharest Supermarket Wembley | 25 Wembley Hill Road, London, Wembley | 4.6 | 54 |
| FRESHMART | 34 Wembley Hill Road, Wembley | 4.7 | 50 |
| Tesco Express | Quadrant Court, Empire Way, Wembley | 3.5 | 79 |
| Pataka Superstore | 149 Ealing Road, Wembley | 4.7 | 15 |
What kind of restaurants are there?
Sydenham 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 Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden City Chinese Takeaway | 58 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 176 |
| Chefs Delight | 69 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 403 |
| Subway | 83 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 148 |
| The Greyhound Sydenham | 313-315 Kirkdale, London | 4.3 | 997 |
| On the Hoof Bistro Sydenham | 23 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 226 |
| Morley’s Sydenham | 95 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 85 |
| 161 Food+Drink | 161 Kirkdale, London | 4.3 | 158 |
| Mr Kebabish London | 107 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 176 |
| Hibagon Sushi & Grill | 124 Kirkdale, London | 4.3 | 209 |
| Craft Metropolis – Penge | 47 High Street, London | 4.3 | 249 |
| Home Taste | 229 Dartmouth Road, London | 4.3 | 46 |
| Brothers Kebab & Burgers | 172 Dartmouth Road, London | 4.3 | 62 |
| Greedy Chef Indian Takeaway | 176 Dartmouth Road, London | 4.3 | 62 |
| Penge Masala | 75 High Street, London | 4.3 | 130 |
| Tang’s Chinese | 4 Parish Lane, Crystal Palace, London | 4.3 | 69 |
| Gurkha’s Nepalese and Indian Cuisine | 67 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 424 |
| Bridge House | Bridge House, 2 High Street, London | 4.3 | 1052 |
| Healthy Options | 142 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 83 |
| Brown & Green Cafe | Mayow Park, Sydenham Recreation Ground, London | 4.3 | 291 |
| Mr Pizza | Lewisham, 223 Dartmouth Road, London | 4.3 | 39 |
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 Sydenham. 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 Sydenham.
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!
Gyms in Sydenham
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, Sydenham might help you stay in shape. A great feature to have nearby.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darren Tickle – Pilates For Everybody | 11c Charleville Circus, London | 4.3 | 2 |
| I B R Fitness | 246 Kirkdale, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| PureGym London Sydenham | 291 Kirkdale, London | 4.3 | 458 |
| Shapers Sydenham | 10 Sydenham Station Approach, London | 4.3 | 44 |
| Pilates & Yoga with Adam Murby | The Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Charlotte Taylor Yoga & Reiki | The Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 32 |
| Monkey Music | 2 Jews Walk, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Gaijin LKB | Penge East Community Centre, Station Road, Penge | 4.3 | N/A |
| Crystal Palace National Sports Centre | Ledrington Road, London | 4.3 | 1650 |
| Crystal Palace Gymnastics Club | Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, Ledrington Road, London | 4.3 | 20 |
| Fitbirds Fitness | Mayow Park, London | 4.3 | 22 |
| PAULIUS FITNESS | 291 Kirkdale, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Dragonfly yoga studio | 22a, 24 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 61 |
| Present Pilates | 44 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 2 |
| The Gym Group London Sydenham | 74-78 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | 364 |
| Better Gym | Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, London | 4.3 | 46 |
| Temple of Strength Fitness Studio | 21 High Street, London | 4.3 | 79 |
| Sarah’s Alternative Fitness | Crystal Palace Park, Thicket Road, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Present Pilates | 2 Saint John’s Road, London | 4.3 | 4 |
| Green Life Yoga | 140 Sydenham Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
Museums & Galleries
The vitality of a community stems from 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 Sydenham, we highly suggest exploring the local galleries, museums, and cultural establishments. They offer delightful weekend activities and contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the region.
| Museum name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Palace Dinosaurs | Thicket Road, London | 4.5 | 986 |
| Mark Wallis Memorial Pier | High Street, London | 5 | 1 |
Parks and green spaces in Sydenham
One of London’s best features is its many green spaces. See if Sydenham offers space for strolls or picnics.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Palace Park | Thicket Road, London | 4.5 | 12152 |
| Crystal Palace Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite | Old Cople Lane, Crystal Palace Parade, London | 4.5 | 514 |
| Sydenham Wells Park | Taylor’s Lane, London | 4.5 | 689 |
| Lawrie Park Ancient Oak Tree | Lawrie Park Avenue, London | 5 | 1 |
| Sydenham Gate | Crystal Palace Park Road, London | 4 | 2 |
| Workmen’s Grave | Westwood Hill, London | 5 | 1 |
| Crystal Palace skate park | Sydenham Gate, Crystal Palace Park Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Amberley Grove Green | 27 Westwood Hill, London | N/A | N/A |
| Chulsa Green | Agate House, Crystal Palace Park Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Fishermen’s Gate | 51 Crystal Palace Park Road, London | 4.7 | 3 |
| The Secret Garden | Thicket Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| Fishing Lake | Crystal Palace Park Road, London | 4.5 | 6 |
| Smart bench | 55 Sydenham Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| The Maze | Fisherman’s Rise, London | 4.6 | 18 |
| Penge Gate | Penge, London | 5 | 4 |
| Bowl Lake | Fisherman’s Rise, London | 4.5 | 4 |
| Palace Lawn | London | N/A | N/A |
| Alexandra Recreation Ground | Alexandra Road, London | 4.2 | 317 |
| Wells park -woodland trail | 43 Longton Avenue, London | 4.8 | 5 |
| Westwood Hill Gate | 104 Westwood Hill, London | 4 | 1 |
Estate agents in Sydenham
If you found our guide on Sydenham it is maybe because you are looking to move in. With this in mind we think you might just need to look for an estate agent.
Cozee operates in the wider London area and thus we will happily help you find the property of dreams in Sydenham.
Last Updated on March 26, 2026