No longer the ?poorer relation? to Dulwich, East Dulwich retains a strong sense of community with a thriving high street filled with independent shops, boutiques, cafes restaurants and societies as well as a number of ?outstanding? primary, secondary and independent schools. A trendier, more discerning version of Clapham ? and one that has stood firm against the march of the mega-brands ? East Dulwich offers those who call it home a village ambience and a devoutly proud and local landscape. :)