Nunhead South & Newlands

Nunhead South & Newlands is a residential area in the London Borough of Southwark, located southeast of Peckham and north of Honor Oak. The area is characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, with pockets of post-war housing estates. Nunhead Cemetery, a historic green space, borders the neighbourhood to the north, providing woodland walks and wildlife habitats. Local amenities include small independent shops, cafes, and pubs along Nunhead Lane and Evelina Road.

The area has good transport links, with Nunhead railway station offering services to central London and Kent. Schools such as Ivydale Primary and The St Thomas the Apostle College serve the community. Newlands Park provides recreational space, while nearby Peckham Rye Park offers larger green areas. The neighbourhood retains a quiet, suburban feel despite its proximity to busier areas like Peckham and Lewisham.