SE14 5AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Avonley Road, 0.2km from St. Pauls in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within New Cross Gate ward and the Lewisham, Deptford constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SE14 5AP offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £345k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE14 5AP are sourced from Output Area E00016684 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AVONLEY ROAD, SE14 5AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AVONLEY ROAD, SE14 5AP.
214
38
£ 52,000 /yr
65%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE14 5AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SE14 5AP spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. £345k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE14 5AP. The average age is 38.3. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 345,000
1 sales · Mean £ 345,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SE14 5AP has low crime rates — 49 incidents 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' Hatcham Primary
Pilgrims' Way Primary School
Kender Primary School
Ilderton Primary School
Deptford Green School
Camelot Primary School
Nell Gwynn Nursery School
Childeric Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- The beer rebellion0.7 km
- The Rose Inn0.8 km
- The windsor0.2 km
- Mystique uk ltd (prince of wales)0.8 km
- Five Bells0.4 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
72 nearby- Mamma dough0.7 km
- Peckham cellars0.7 km
- Lina cucina ltd0.9 km
- Queen's coffee bar0.8 km
- Well & fed0.8 km
- + 67 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury0.8 km
- Lidl uk gmbh0.6 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- J Sainsbury PLC0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
82 nearby- Golden noodle0.7 km
- Morleys fried chicken0.7 km
- Pauline spicy corner1.0 km
- Tops caribbean0.7 km
- Corner fish bar0.9 km
- + 77 more
Retailers - Other
57 nearby- Treasured Kids After School Club0.3 km
- London Drinks Ltd0.9 km
- Kismet Wholesale Ltd0.9 km
- New Cross Butcher & Sea Food Ltd1.0 km
- One Stop0.5 km
- + 52 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Queens Road Peckham0.7 km
- New Cross Gate0.8 km
- South Bermondsey1.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SE145AP · Data under Open Government Licence