St Ann's Villas

The land was part of the Norland Estate which was redeveloped in the early Victorian era into affluent housing for the expanding population of London.

Addison Avenue and Norland Square were both laid out around the same time as St Ann's Villas.

The barrister and former Member of Parliament for Penryn Charles Stewart was heavily involved in the development.

[2][3] Built as semi-detached villas in the Tudor Gothic style, it provides a distinct contrast to the rest of the estate, which uses white stucco terracing.

[5] The music hall performer Albert Chevalier was born in the street in 1861 and is now commemorated by a blue plaque.