SE12 0DX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Grove Park in Lewisham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Grove Park ward and the Lewisham East constituency.
The people who live in SE12 0DX are typical of a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for SE12 0DX are sourced from Output Area E00016516 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SE12 0DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE12 0DX.
308
34
£ 58,600 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 45% of tenure in SE12 0DX — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE12 0DX. The average age is 34.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE12 0DX is moderate at 71 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Haberdashers' Knights Primary
Cooper's Lane Primary School
Drumbeat School and ASD Service
Haberdashers' Knights Academy
Launcelot Primary School
Marvels Lane Primary School
Good Shepherd RC School
Forster Park Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Day Lewis Pharmacy0.8 km
- Fit for Sport1.0 km
- D-Mart Downham Way - Londis0.8 km
- Downham Way News0.8 km
- Zya Ltd T/A Key Shop0.8 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Downham Cafe1.0 km
- Hilltop Caf?1.0 km
- Budgens Catford0.8 km
- Splatter and Platter Ltd0.5 km
- Burger Boulevard0.1 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Golden City0.8 km
- SOMETHING FISHY0.8 km
- Chicken Star0.8 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Chicken Palace (London)0.4 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Marvel Stores0.6 km
- Co-op Food0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Baring Hall Hotel0.2 km
- Bannatyne Health Club0.4 km
- The Downham Tavern0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Grove Park0.3 km
- Lee1.9 km
- Mottingham2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Grove Park Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SE120DX · Data under Open Government Licence