Bushwood, Leytonstone

A tree-lined road in the Bushwood area of Leytonstone

Bushwood is an area in the north of Leytonstone in East London; determined by the curved boundary of the road called Bushwood along the edge of Wanstead Flats, Lister Road to the south and High Road, Leytonstone to the west.[1][2] The area has the Browning Road Conservation Area, that contains what remains of the historic hamlet of Leyton-atte-stone.

The area has many tree-lined streets with Victorian and Edwardian houses, which continue to attract professionals and young families.[3][4][5] The area is popular for its proximity to Wanstead Flats and Wanstead Park, quick access to restaurants, cafés and shops,[6][7] and transport links into central London via the Central Line.[8] Bushwood has a residents' association, covering the approximately 1500 houses in the area.[9]

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  3. ^ "Four London areas for £250k budgets with future price-growth potential". Homes and Property. 2017-01-10. Retrieved 2017-04-29.
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  5. ^ "The hidden 'Cotswolds of London' is just 40 minutes from the centre". Metro.co.uk. June 23, 2024.
  6. ^ "Evening Standard Article on Neighbouring Wanstead". Evening Standard. Retrieved 2017-04-28.
  7. ^ "Timeout - Guide To Leytonstone 2015". 15 August 2015.
  8. ^ "Where To Live Along The Central Line For Speedy Commute, Value For Money and A Great Social Life". Evening Standard Homes And Property. 2017-06-21.
  9. ^ "Bushwood Area Residents Association (BARA)". Retrieved 26 July 2021.