If you have ever stood by the window in Dulwich, watching a heap of old furniture, garden cuttings, or builders' debris sit there longer than you wanted, you will know the feeling: you just want it gone, properly, and as quickly as possible.

If you live in Dulwich Village, you already know the charm comes with a few real-world headaches: narrow drives, shared access, period homes, and the occasional loft that has quietly become a storage unit for the last ten years.