South Woodford is historically part of the ancient parish of Woodford St Mary, in the Becontree hundred of Essex, the area was largely rural before developing rapidly in the 19th century. It became part of the Metropolitan Police District in 1840 and has been part of the London postal district since its inception in 1856, the same year that South Woodford station, now on the Central line of the London Underground, opened. South Woodford formed part of Woodford Urban District from 1894 to 1934, then part of the Municipal Borough of Wanstead and Woodford until 1965, when Greater London was created.

Property Scene

There is no shortage of green space properties tend to have gardens somewhat larger than the average London home plus the ancient woodland of Epping Forest borders the area.

Lifestyle

South Woodford has plenty of places to treat your stomach, and the eateries of E18 cater for pretty much every taste imaginable. From Turkish to Thai and Indian to Italian, the restaurants in South Woodford keep the locals well fed both day and night. The George and the Railway Bell leads the way when it comes to local bars.

Open space

For all into their fitness and wellbeing, E18 is the perfect spot as there are several gyms and yoga studios situated in the area. South Woodford also has a local cricket club, even if it is situated in neighbouring Woodford Green. South Woodford also has a good library and a cinema moment from the station.

Schools

Primary Schools: Nightingale Primary / Snaresbrook Primary / Churchfields / Oakdale

Secondary School: Preparatory and Woodbridge

Travel

There are two Zone 4 Tube stations Woodford and South Woodford, both on the Central line.

The North Circular rumbles through South Woodford creating a lot of motorway hum. The M25 and the M11 are both nearby.

Postcode

South Woodford falls under the E18 postcode and forms part of Redbridge council.