The Victoria Collection, Brixton, SW2

A large part of London’s charm is derived from its period architecture and these 16 brand-new freehold properties draw direct inspiration from the Victorian era – a golden age of house building in the London. Built by a boutique developer, well known to us with an excellent reputation for high-quality projects the Victoria Collection offers sophisticated space brimming with natural light, high-end kitchens and very good connections to good transport links.

Each house benefits from a freehold lease which reduces the running costs as there are no extra shared expenses such as concierge services or block management. A 10-year building warranty ensures that initial maintenance costs are as low as possible. The interiors combine the character of period properties with the efficient layouts made possible by modern building techniques and technology: traditional herringbone oak flooring exists side-by-side with CAT5 cabling.

Families will find plenty to love about the generous dimensions of these four-storey houses which include generously-proportioned basements, patio space and gardens. Residents can apply for a local parking permit to park on the street outside the houses and there are 3 primary schools in the area that have been judged as “outstanding”. The Victoria Collection is a short walk from the expansive greenery of Clapham Common and is also close to the urban cool of Brixton Village, an area renown for its vibrant arts scene and great food. Clapham North Underground station (Northern Line)is a 13 minute walk away and runs services directly into both the West End and the City.