New Malden, Suburban district in South West London, United Kingdom.
New Malden is a residential district in southwest London stretching between the boroughs of Kingston upon Thames and Merton. Victorian terraced houses sit alongside detached properties from the 1930s, while shops and restaurants line the main street.
The arrival of the railway in 1846 transformed the area from farmland into a residential zone for London commuters. Waves of immigration shaped the district through the 20th century, with the Korean community growing from the 1990s onward.
The high street displays Korean script on shop signs, and restaurants serve dishes such as bibimbap and kimchi to residents and visitors alike. Supermarkets stock ingredients from Korea while karaoke bars and cafés create a lively community space.
The center offers public facilities such as a swimming pool and gym accessible throughout the day. Shops along the street typically open mid-morning and close in the evening, while restaurants serve into later hours.
A small group of North Korean refugees lives here after fleeing through China and other countries to reach Britain. They occasionally meet in the same establishments as South Korean residents, though both groups maintain separate networks.
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