Those compact Wandsworth front gardens pack serious potential. Whether you're dealing with a narrow Victorian plot or the generous frontage of an Edwardian conversion, the right design makes all the difference to your kerb appeal.
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SW18's diverse housing stock means every front garden presents unique opportunities. Victorian terraces along Garratt Lane often feature original tile paths worth preserving, while newer developments near Wandsworth Town station need creative solutions for limited space. Local challenges like poor drainage from London clay and shade from street trees require experienced hands who understand the area.
Smart front garden design balances practicality with aesthetics. Low-maintenance planting schemes work brilliantly for busy professionals commuting from Earlsfield station. Permeable paving addresses Wandsworth Council's sustainable drainage requirements whilst creating attractive parking spaces. Strategic lighting transforms narrow approaches, particularly useful during those dark winter months when you're returning from Southfields tube.
Twenty years working across Wandsworth means knowing which materials weather best in SW18's microclimate. Local suppliers deliver quickly, keeping projects on schedule and costs reasonable.
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Most SW18 front gardens range from £3,500-£8,000 depending on size and complexity. Victorian terraces typically fall at the lower end, whilst larger Edwardian properties with driveways can reach £12,000+ for comprehensive redesigns including lighting and irrigation.
Yes, from the riverside properties near Wandsworth Bridge through to the conservation areas around Old York Road. Regular projects span Southfields, Earlsfield, and the Tonsleys, plus neighbouring areas of Battersea.
Smaller Victorian frontages usually complete within 5-7 days. Larger properties with driveways and extensive planting might extend to 2-3 weeks, especially if incorporating features like automated gates or complex drainage systems.
All hard landscaping carries a 10-year structural warranty covering paving, walls, and drainage. Plants are guaranteed for their first year, with free replacements if they fail to establish properly despite correct care.
Absolutely - preserving period features adds character and value. Original geometric tiles can be carefully lifted, cleaned, and reset, or we can source authentic reclaimed alternatives. Many SW18 homeowners choose to restore pathways whilst modernising surrounding borders and boundaries.
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