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Removals to Eltham
Are you looking to relocate to Eltham? Moving home is not something we do on a regular basis with there often being a few years between each move.
As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and come time to relocate there is lots to organise.
This is where enlisting the services of a reliable removals company is crucial. White & Company are a family owned business with over 150 years’ servicing the Eltham community.
We offer a tailor made, reliable and professional service at a competitive price.
Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.
Should you require it, White & Company can offer storage of some or all of your effects also.
We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.
We serve many areas around Eltham. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway don’t hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.
About White & Company
White & Company has 19 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners.
This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you’re moving.
Through hard work, commitment and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies.
We have 250 specialist vehicles, full trained and security cleared removals staff and 19 storage locations across the UK.
Why Move to Eltham?
A large suburban district located within the London Borough of Greenwich; Eltham was first mentioned in the Domesday Book as being a village of about 270 people. It remained a rural village until 1866 when the railway arrived, and the first Eltham Station was opened.
Primarily a residential town, Eltham is a much more modern area, with a bustling High Street which dominates the town and offers an array of brand name shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes. Eltham High Street recently underwent a lengthy upgrade scheme over recent years, with £6.5 million spent on bringing the busy street into the 21st century.
Getting around is very easy. Eltham is conveniently placed next to the A2, A20 and A205 roads and enjoys fast links by train into London, a journey of just 20 minutes. It is this proximity to the city which keeps house prices high, however, prices are still cheaper when compared to inner London.
Eltham also has some very interesting royal connections. The beautiful Eltham Palace was once the home of Henry VIII and was a location where royal courtiers could stop over when travelling to and from their French territories. English Heritage carefully restored the building in 1999 and opened it to the public.
Residents are lucky enough to have access to a large variety of open green spaces in the form of parkland, fields and woodland. “Green Chain Walks” are signposted footpaths that run through or link the green spaces and connect the whole of southeast London, providing endless walks.
The neighbourhood has a lot of advantages if you are considering relocating here. Its interesting history, well regarded schools, great amenities, open spaces and quick fast access for commuters has made it a very sought-after location.
Eltham Schools & Education
There’s no shortage of good educational establishments in Eltham and the surrounding areas, including the esteemed Eltham College and St. Olave’s Prep School.
Primary schools in Eltham include; Alderwood, Christ Church, Deansfield, Gordon, Middle Park, Eltham C of E, Gordon, Kidbrooke Park, St Mary’s, St Thomas More and Wingfield. Both Eltham C of E and St Mary’s achieved an “Outstanding” grade from Ofsted.
Children filter into four secondary schools, three of which have been graded as “good” by Ofsted with the Harris Academy Greenwich the only one rated as “outstanding”. There is also the option to travel to the nearby grammar schools found in neighbouring Bexley and Sidcup, meaning options are plentiful.
The University of Greenwich has three campuses, one of which is in Avery Hill Park, on the borders of Eltham and New Eltham. The university’s range of subjects includes architecture, business, computing, mathematics, education, engineering, humanities, maritime studies, natural sciences, pharmacy and social sciences.
Things to do in Eltham
There is a diverse choice of things to do in and around to Eltham.
The jewel in the crown is Eltham Palace and Gardens. A 1930s Art Deco masterpiece set next to the remains of the original Eltham Palace, the childhood home of Henry VIII. It is an extremely interesting and informative place to visit and spend a few hours finding out about the people who once inhabited the palace and who worked and lived in its surrounding area.
Eltham High Street is the place to sip coffee by day and cocktails by night. There are some lovely pubs to explore such as The Rising Sun where you can enjoy real pub grub at reasonable prices.
Away from Eltham’s main thoroughfare you can explore The Bob Hope Theatre which plays host to various productions throughout the year and the prestigious Royal Blackheath Golf Club is a 5 minute drive.
Eltham is thriving with outdoor activities. The area has an unusually high proportion of green space, especially for such a well-connected urban area. It has large regions of woodland to the north and east, including the historic woodland of Shooters Hill and Oxleas Wood to name a few. Another beautiful location, Well Hall Pleasaunce is a haven of formal gardens, ponds and woodland. It contained a manor house at the time of Henry VIII and more recently was the home of Railway Children author E Nesbit.
Of course, the many of the main attractions are found in central London and being able to get into the capital within 20 minutes means that there is a world of entertainment right on your doorstep!
Eltham Property
Local housing consists of a mixture of architecture with many streets of traditional, Victorian family houses. Though the most prestigious area is around Eltham Palace. This where you will find some of the more expensive large detached houses. The Progress Estate is home to character cottages while sought-after Corbett-built homes can be found on the Eltham Park Estate.
As of January 2020, the average cost of a home in Eltham is £439,005. The average cost for a detached property is currently £671,000 a semi-detached £501,000, terraced homes cost on average £398,000 and apartments sell for a norm of £268,000. Stats as per Zoopla January 2020.
Plenty of new development offers buyers the chance to purchase a brand-new home. The Berkeley Homes company has recently constructed a series of apartments, first time buyer and family homes all delivering brand new living which is sympathetically planned out. In fact, there are 19 new developments within 5 miles of Eltham in differing stages of construction, by a range of well-known building companies. To find out more visit Zoopla:
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What Others Say…
Wayne Middleton and Brian Witherford were professional and extremely helpful. Did a brilliant job. Would recommend Whites to anyone. Thanks very much.
Have used this company regularly for 5 years including my time in the armed forces. They are professional and efficient. Will use them again on our next move.
The move went very smoothly and they were very polite.
A very smooth move by White and Co. The team worked very hard and were polite, professional and helpful.
