An easy commute into the city, the area is home to many young families, as well as becoming a favourite for those university leavers enjoying their first taste of the capital. Yes the high street can get a bit lively on a Saturday night, although locals will attest that there are many hidden gems to be found away from the main drag, including many independent restaurants and coveted supper clubs. From the grandeur of West Putney with its wide boulevards to the riverside cafe culture of the Lower Richmond Road (a favourite with rowers from the boat clubs lining the Thames path at Putney Bridge), Putney continues to be a firm favourite with those wishing to enjoy London-life in a relaxed environment, while being able to hop up to town on the train/tube or speed (not literally of course) out of London on the A3.