Townhouses in Abbey Wood, south east London
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The Abbey Wood area, in south east London, is close to Greenwich and Bexley, and within a 10 minute walk of several parks. Plumstead and Woolwich high streets are a short bus ride away, and there are also convenient connections on the Elizabeth line to central London within 25 minutes from Abbey Wood train station. We have a variety of 2-bed, 2.5-bed, 3-bed and 4-bed townhouses, as well as en-suite double rooms in a large 4-bed townhouse.
What’s available? A small double room available in a shared townhouse.
Top features
- Part of the iconic 1960s brutalist development of Thamesmead
- The Elizabeth line takes you directly from Abbey Wood to central London in just 25 minutes
- Kitchens come with an oven and fridge
- Close to local nature reserve with lots of woodland and nature trails
- Wide array of shops and supermarkets on Plumstead and Woolwich high streets are 20 minutes away by bus
Transport links
- Abbey Wood train station 10-15 minutes’ walk
- Central London 25 minutes on the Elizabeth line
- 180 to Plumstead, Woolwich, Lewisham and Greenwich Within 1 minute walking distance
- Woolwich Arsenal DLR station 20 minutes by bus
- A2 and M25 15-20 minutes’ drive
The properties
Spaces: Our townhouses are of varying sizes and some are comprised of one double bedroom and three singles, others, of one double bedroom and two singles. We also have one 4-bed townhouse which consists of four large en-suite bedrooms and a shared kitchen on the ground floor.
Outdoor space: Some of the townhouses have private gardens and balconies at the back of the properties, while many also have green space at the front – perfect for enjoying your morning coffee and breakfast.
Parking: There are many on street parking spots available, however, a permit is required.
Please note that photos on this page represent the range of spaces we manage and do not necessarily depict the space you may move into. You will have an opportunity to see the flats at a later stage, at a private, or in-person group viewing.
Parks and nature reserves
The area is leafy and you will find a spacious green under five minutes away from the properties. The wide open spaces of Southmere Park are a short 10 minute stroll, and within half an hour’s walk you can reach Crossness Nature Reserve.
If you head in the opposite direction, a walk through Lesnes Abbey Woods Local Nature Reserve will leave you feeling far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Its many woodlands and nature trails are perfect for enjoying the warmer months ahead. Here you can also visit the remains of Lesnes Abbey, a former cathedral.
Local shops and services
Within 10 minutes’ walk you’ll reach a large Lidl and Sainsbury’s, as well as Thamesmead Gym, Abbey Wood surgery and dental clinics, a chemist and Thamesmead Library. The area is well served by regular bus links towards Plumstead and Woolwich, reached within 15-30 minutes. These bustling high streets are lined with bakeries, coffee shops and restaurants.
Top picks are The Taproom just off Station Way, Woolwich, offering craft ales and stone baked pizzas; Fusion Woolwich for fresh Chinese food made to order; French artisan bakery and patisserie, Boulangerie Jade on Major Draper Street and Dial Arch, a lovingly restored 18th century armoury now serving craft ales and gastro bites.
Around Powis Street you’ll find a TK Maxx; Primark; Argos; Specsavers; Sabina Hair & Cosmetics; Holland & Barrett; Poundland; Savers Health & Beauty and H&S Halal Meat Market. There is also Santander; Lloyds; Natwest and Halifax.
In and around Plumstead High Street you can access a Screwfix; Iceland Foods; GM Garden centre; Ghosia Mosque and Greenwich Hindu Temple.
How to apply
If you want to be the first to find out more about our great property and attend a viewing, complete our online application form.
Find out more about the process of applying to become a property guardian and our eligibility criteria.
Volunteering opportunities
Dot Dot Dot guardians volunteer at least 16 hours every month for good causes. Here’s a few local volunteering opportunities to get you inspired:
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Thames 21
You can get involved in river clean-ups, leading groups to tidy areas around the Thames. They're really focused on making a positive impact on the environment. -
Crossness Engines
The site is a historic victorian pumping station that provides educational days out for school children as well as preserving an important piece of history. A mix of gardening, event coordination and more specialised volunteering are all welcome.
Fees and costs
- 2-bed townhouses: £740pcm for sole occupancy or £481pcm for two people sharing.
- 2.5-bed townhouses: £775pcm for sole occupancy or £504pcm for two people sharing.
- 3-bed townhouses: £800pcm for sole occupancy or £520pcm for two people sharing.
- 4-bed townhouses: £820pcm for sole occupancy or £533pcm for two people sharing.
- En-suite double room in 4-bed townhouse: £415pcm (only available for sole occupancy).
- Refundable security payment (equivalent of five weeks’ fees): £479-946 depending on the property and how many people are living there.
- Prices exclude council tax and utilities.
- There are no other costs and fees.
Dot Dot Dot undertakes a licence fee review every twelve months. Broadly, any increases will be based on the rate of inflation at the time of review, but they will also take into account any specific changes in our costs or in the local market. We also look at changes to council tax rates and utilities. Current guardians will be given at least two month’s notice before their licence fees change and new guardians will not face changes for at least six months.
