The backdrop to British cinema and TV including A Clockwork Orange, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and Misfits, Thamesmead is shedding its legacy as the 1960s 'town of tomorrow' and unveiling a new vision of what London living should be. With more than 100,000 people expected to have put down roots by 2050, Thamesmead is cementing itself as a place of growing opportunity. At the heart of the regeneration, Southmere, a Joint Venture between Peabody New Homes and Lovell is enabling buyers to be part of a growing community, with homes in the second phase of the award-winning development launching on the 21st and 22nd of June.
     
Set amongst 590 acres of lush greenery, the second phase takes pride of place alongside the £2.5 million regeneration of Southmere Lake. The stunning new collection, set within two striking red-brick buildings – Lakeshore and Skyline – offers 192 one, two and three-bedroom apartments and duplexes, available through Private Sale. Seamlessly connected by communal gardens and outdoor spaces, homes capture unobstructed views over the five expansive parks, diverse wildlife at Southmere Lake or across London's iconic city skyline.
Leading interior designers at Suna have established distinct colour palettes for homes at Lakeshore and Skyline. Thoughtfully designed kitchens seamlessly blend Silestone worktops with bold green or blue kitchen units that mirror the rich natural surroundings. The colour continues into the bathrooms where large green or blue porcelain wall tiles join matte detailing and below shelving lighting for a sophisticated look. Dual aspect layouts to many homes draw the outside in, whilst each home benefits from the tranquillity of its own private outdoor space, with some boasting multiple balconies.
    
Raquel Soares, Assistant Director of Sales Strategy, Intelligence and Compliance at Peabody New Homes comments: “Providing lakeside living, we are excited to soon be launching our next phase of highly anticipated homes at Southmere. Located at the heart of Thamesmead's vibrant regeneration, Lakeshore and Skyline are set to the backdrop of gorgeous green and blue spaces, exciting new amenities and exceptional transport links. With properties in regeneration areas typically seeing an additional annual sale price performance of 4.3%, Southmere is inviting buyers to invest in a growing community[1].”

Simon Ginsburg, Head of Sales at Lovell comments: “We are really excited for Southmere Phase 2 on the beautiful lakefront in Thamesmead.   Our vision is to create amazing places where people want to live and a lakeside view in London on the balcony is truly a rare find.”

Following the completion of the first phase, buyers here can take advantage of brand new shops, cafes and restaurants with a wide range of amenities right on the doorstep. Cygnet Square hosts regular markets and community events at the centre of the development, as well as providing access to The Nest Library and Community Space. For everyday essentials, a Co-Op, Anytime Fitness gym, health centre and a dentist on-site further enhance convenience for residents. Reflecting south east London's creative flare, TACO! (Thamesmead Arts and Culture Office) provides spaces for a wide range of arts events, whilst The Lakeside Centre hosts 38 artist studios and a creche, alongside kitchen, bar and events space at Thamesmead Social.
Buyers can also enjoy access to a 16-hour concierge service, stylish residents' lounge, dedicated co-working spaces and a snug cinema room. Brand new to this phase is an exciting Entertainment Room for residents of Skyline. Taking advantage of the waterside settings, residents will have the opportunity to hire a paddleboard, sailing boat or kayak from a new boating club set to be unveiled on Southmere Lake. Thamesmead's strong emphasis on a growing creative community means local activities, family-friendly events and a flagship annual festival, provide even more to enjoy.

In addition to new homes and amenities, Thamesmead's regeneration looks to preserve and enhance the area's rich natural beauty. From the nature reserve of Tump 53 to the ancient woodlands of Lesnes Abbey Woods, residents at Southmere have access to more than double the amount of green space per person than the London average. Southmere Park boasts South London's first ever Tiny Forest, made up of 600 trees, while local walking and cycling routes provide opportunities to explore the area's five lakes, 18 kilometres of riverside walks and 7 kilometres of canals. For fitness goals, Crossway Park hosts tennis courts, whilst Sporting Club Thamesmead offers artificial and grass pitches.
While lakeside strolling makes Southmere feel a world away from life in the capital, it is only a 10-minute walk from Abbey Wood station in Zone 4. Providing access to speedy Elizabeth Line services towards Canary Wharf (11 minutes), Farringdon (20 minutes) and Paddington (28 minutes), the line is ideal for those travelling for work and entertainment.  Abbey Wood also hosts Thameslink and Southeastern services, providing even greater accessibility, and potential DLR extensions into Thamesmead are being considered. With properties at Southmere £817,468 cheaper than those at nearby Liverpool Street just 17 minutes away, buyers can save £48,086 per additional minute of commute time[2].

Prices at Southmere start from £350,000 for private sale homes. Shared Ownership homes are due to launch in 2026. For more information visit, https://www.peabodynewhomes.co.uk/find-a-home/southmere/.  
 
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About Peabody
More than 160 years after it was established, Peabody is one of the oldest not-for-profit housing associations in the UK.     
The Peabody Group is responsible for more than 109,000 homes, with around 220,000 residents across London and the Home Counties. We also provide care and support services to around 23,000 customers.    

Find your place: peabodynewhomes.co.uk

About Lovell: 
Lovell, part of Morgan Sindall Group plc, is a leading provider of partnership and open-market housing. The company has expertise in housing-led regeneration including new-build, affordable and build to rent, open market housing, refurbishment and retrofit, later living and strategic land. With offices across England, Scotland and Wales, Lovell offers a full range of residential solutions to its partners as both contractor and developer. Morgan Sindall Group plc is a leading UK Construction & Regeneration group with annual revenue of £4.1bn, employing around 7,700 employees and operating in the public, regulated and private sectors. It reports through six divisions of Construction, Infrastructure, Fit Out, Property Services, Partnership Housing and Urban Regeneration.
To find out more about Lovell, visit: https://corporate.lovell.co.uk