When it comes to location, location, location, you would be hard-pushed to find a better place in which to live/buy a home than Wimbledon. The leafy south-west London suburb has everything going for it. It is a vibrant town offering an array of shops, restaurants and pubs with a prestigious theatre, a famous children's theatre, a cinema, four golf courses, a plethora of sports clubs, a dog track and even its own orchestra.

The area boasts good schools, colleges and nurseries, and other amenities including parks, libraries, a swimming pool and private gyms.

The transport links are second to none, being just a 20-minute journey away from central London by overland train and District line Tube from Wimbledon station, by District line Tube from Wimbledon Park and by Northern line Tube from South Wimbledon. Wimbledon is close to arterial roads leading both into the city and out to the countryside, while a tramline provides a link through south London all the way to Croydon.

And for those who want the chance to escape the town without leaving it, the peace and tranquillity of Wimbledon Common is just a short distance away. In short, Wimbledon offers a unique mix of both town and country. At its heart is a thriving commercial district crowned by the Centre Court shopping centre, and to the north up the hill is the historic village with its continental feel, exclusive boutiques and views of the common.As a result, properties throughout the town are much sought-after and hold their value well.