Situated in South London, Wimbledon is a popular spot for families because of its residential areas, beautiful parks, and excellent schools. A major reason for its parks and natural environment is that Wimbledon has an enormous expanse of land protected by The Wimbledon and Putney Commons Act of 1871. This act protects Wimbledon Common, Putney Heath, and Putney Lower Common, managed by Wimbledon and Putney Commons, from being enclosed or built upon. This means 460 hectares (1,140 acres) are available for residents and the public for informal recreation and the preservation of natural flora and fauna.

Wimbledon is a family-friendly hub that is home to some of the best schools in London. Wimbledon Park Primary School, for example, is one of the top performing primary schools in the country. Ofsted rated Albemarle Primary School ‘outstanding’ and King’s College School was named the UK’s best boys’ or co-ed independent school for 2018 by The Sunday Times. With schools like this, it is not surprising that some people educated or raised in Wimbledon include surgeons, engineers, actors, and, of course, athletes.

There are also great residential areas in Wimbledon, with a few properties that date back to the 16th century when Wimbledon was a royal abode. Many of the houses in the area are Victorian villas or four and five-bedroom townhouses. From the 17th century onwards, wealthy families have chosen Wimbledon as their place of residence. Luckily though, Wimbledon is not for the rich alone. After the arrival of the railway in 1938, rows of terraces were built for the growing middle class.