Living in or staying in Anerley, London

Scores

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the places and stops around its center.

About Anerley

Anerley is a relaxed South London residential district near Crystal Palace Park. Featuring Victorian and Edwardian brick homes alongside mid-century housing estates, the area moves at a calm, community-focused pace. Independent cafes, corner grocers, and train commuters characterize the high street near Anerley railway station.

Good for

• families
• budget travelers
• long stays
• public transport users
• nature lovers

Less suited to

• nightlife seekers
• luxury travelers
• first-time visitors

Watch out for

• Opportunistic phone snatches and bike thefts can occur along main thoroughfares like Anerley Road and near Anerley railway station.
• Unlit pathways inside Crystal Palace Park and nearby green spaces should be avoided after dusk.

Sources

• Is London safe to travel to in 2026?
• Quality of life in European cities: feeling safe walking alone at night (London, 2023)
• Travel advisory: level 2
• Homicide rate per 100,000 people (2021)