Whether you're moving to a new area, planning a day out or simply curious about your local history, Google is often the first place people turn for answers.
Using Google's autocomplete feature, we searched each of south east London's boroughs with the words who, what, where, when and why to find the questions people are asking right now.
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Frequently asked questions for each borough
Bexley
- Who is Bexley's MP?
People searching this are likely looking for one of the borough's three MPs.
Bexley is represented by Daniel Francis (Bexleyheath and Crayford), Louie French (Old Bexley and Sidcup) and Abena Oppong Asare (Erith and Thamesmead).
- What is Bexley like?
Many people appear keen to know what life is like in the borough, which is known for its green spaces, suburban neighbourhoods and strong transport links into central London.
- Where is Bexley in London?
Bexley is the south easternmost London borough, bordering Kent and neighbouring Bromley and Greenwich.
- When is the Bexley Grammar School test?
Parents are searching for information on the borough's selective school entrance exams, which usually take place in September for Year 6 pupils.
- Why is Bexleyheath called Bexleyheath?
The town takes its name from the heathland that once covered the area near the historic parish of Bexley.
Bromley
- Who is Bromley's MP?
The borough is represented by multiple MPs across its constituencies, including Peter Fortune, and Gareth Bacon.
- What is Bromley Civic Centre?
The Civic Centre is Bromley Council's headquarters, where many council meetings and public services are based.
- Where is Bromley Council?
The council's offices are located at Bromley Civic Centre in Stockwell Close.
- When is the Bromley local election?
Local elections are usually held every four years, with the next scheduled borough elections due in 2030 unless a by-election is called.
- Why is Bromley called Bromley?
The name is believed to come from the Old English words brom (broom shrub) and leah (woodland clearing).
Greenwich
- Who is Greenwich's MP?
The borough is represented by MPs including Matthew Pennycook and Clive Efford, depending on the constituency.
- What is Greenwich famous for?
Greenwich is world-famous as the home of Greenwich Mean Time, the Prime Meridian, the Royal Observatory and the Cutty Sark.
- When is Greenwich Market open?
Greenwich Market is open every day of the week.
- Where is Greenwich Market?
The historic market is located in the heart of Greenwich town centre, just a short walk from the Cutty Sark.
- Why is Greenwich called Greenwich?
The name is thought to derive from the Old English words meaning "green village" or "green settlement".
Lewisham
- Who is Lewisham's MP?
Lewisham's parliamentary constituencies are represented by Janet Daby, Ellie Reeves and Vicky Foxcroft.
- What is Lewisham famous for?
Lewisham is known for its vibrant markets, parks, music heritage and diverse communities.
- When is Lewisham cinema opening?
Many people are searching for updates on the planned cinema development in Lewisham town centre.
An official opening date for the new cinema has yet to be announced.
- Where is Lewisham in London?
Lewisham is an inner south-east London borough bordering Greenwich, Southwark, Bromley and Bexley.
- Why is Lewisham called Lewisham?
The borough's name is believed to come from the Old English Leofshema, meaning "Leof's home or village".
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