South Norwood
South Norwood's most famous detective is a dog called Pickles, who found the stolen World Cup under a bush. Arthur Conan Doyle lived here as well and still only came second. The Victorians dug a canal through the place, then tried a railway pushed along by air pressure, gave up on both and kept the pub. Grand plans have been arriving and leaving ever since, and what lasts is the pint and the fast train out.
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01Overview
Is South Norwood a good place to live?
02Prices
What do houses cost in South Norwood?
03Schools
What are the schools like in South Norwood?
04Flood risk
Is South Norwood at risk of flooding?
05Crime
Is South Norwood a safe area?
06Transport
How well connected is South Norwood?
07Planning
Can I extend a house in South Norwood?
08The area around
What's the area around South Norwood like?
09Who lives here
Who lives in South Norwood?
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Data to May 2026 · Figures checked 5 October 2026 (what this means)