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Jah Lush Wrote:

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> Deptford's going the same way as Hackney. The same

> sort of thing is happening in New York's East

> Village and similar neighbourhoods.

> Gentrification's not just a Londoncentric thing.

> Yuppies out!


I love Deptford


It's way scarier than 'New' Hackney


Plus i'd take a visit to Surrey Quays shopping centre, it'll realign your gentrification view

I took a strol through South Kensington last night and saw some of the same shops I'd see in ED these days. I think in general Penge is just a little too far out for all the gentrified BS to occur, but I rule nothing out since I started seeing bearded hipsters blocking the corner of Blenheim Grove outside a trendy bar. Come back in 2050 and even Orpington might be gentrified.


Louisa.

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> But Bromley will be safe for you Louisa, don't

> worry.


Was in Bromley today and had a great time strolling the boulevards looking for Christmas gifts. Granted it's not what it used to be, but it still retains a certain Kentish charm. Anyone ever drink in the Pawlenne Arms in penge? Is that what it's called? Looks old school boozer think its Irish owned not sure.


Louisa.

Drove through Penge earlier today and absolutely love the effort all the traders and local council go to for the Christmas lights. Looks very warm and seasonal. Unlike our local area, same old each year, especially the village, home to Charles Dickens and yet no effort put in whatsoever.


Louisa.

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