Thoughts on Cheam, please?

JemInher40s · 25/03/2023 20:59

Cheam is close to Sutton, and parts of Surrey where I work. I've never felt uncomfortable there.

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Newhousewhodis · 25/03/2023 21:05

Thank you. Do you like it and the surrounding areas?

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Kpo58 · 25/05/2023 14:15

I'm not black, but I did live near Cheam. It it quite a diverse area, though not as diverse as Croydon. It has good transport links, schools and nice parks (such as Nonsuch like a mini Richmond Park without deer or Cheam park which has a really good playground) nearby. Sutton is easy to get to for when you need a bigger shopping centre. There are some worldwide food shops in North Cheam and Sutton if that's of interest. There is also a huge Sainsbury's at North Cheam. There are some really nice soft plays locally, especially at Broncos in Worcester Park high street.

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Newhousewhodis · 25/05/2023 22:13

Kpo58 · 25/05/2023 14:15

I'm not black, but I did live near Cheam. It it quite a diverse area, though not as diverse as Croydon. It has good transport links, schools and nice parks (such as Nonsuch like a mini Richmond Park without deer or Cheam park which has a really good playground) nearby. Sutton is easy to get to for when you need a bigger shopping centre. There are some worldwide food shops in North Cheam and Sutton if that's of interest. There is also a huge Sainsbury's at North Cheam. There are some really nice soft plays locally, especially at Broncos in Worcester Park high street.

That’s really helpful, thank you. 😊

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usermumnurse · 25/05/2023 22:32

Newhousewhodis · 20/03/2023 17:10

We’re an interracial (I’m Black + he’s White) couple in our thirties, expecting our first DC and looking to move from central London to the suburbs. Usual reasons: more space, garden, nicer for kids, etc. Budget of circa £700K.

We have settled on Cheam, as it appears to tick all of our boxes. Plus, great schools. Have found a house we love. Was wondering if anyone that lived there or knew the area might give their opinion? Particularly about the Chatsworth road area.

General thoughts on living there + the diversity/general vibe would be super helpful.

Thank you!

My sister in law lives in that area and hasn't had any problems at all. Diverse area - good schools, hospital & transport links to london are fab (northern line starts at Morden / tubes run late!)
Houses are big with potential - lots of extensions out and loft conversions.
Did you end up buying there? :)