Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

REASTON STREET, SE14 5BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for REASTON STREET, SE14 5BB.

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Population

184

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 52,000 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SE14 5BB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

SE14 5BB has a highly multicultural community character — 49% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SE14 5BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Reaston Street, 0.3km from St. Pauls in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within New Cross Gate ward and the Lewisham, Deptford constituency.

SE14 5BB is 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a independent professional metro services zone — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 32 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for SE14 5BB are sourced from Output Area E00182546 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE14 5BB. The average age is 32.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British50.8%
Asian / British Asian12.8%
Black / African / Caribbean15.5%
Other / Mixed20.9%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 165,000

4 sales · Mean £ 191,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around SE14 5BB is moderate at 52 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.

Violence and sexual offences209
Anti-social behaviour192
Burglary55
Vehicle crime43
Public order40

school Local Schools

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Haberdashers' Hatcham Primary

418 pupils0.3 km
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Kender Primary School

Good419 pupils0.3 km
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Deptford Green School

Good872 pupils0.6 km
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Pilgrims' Way Primary School

Good210 pupils0.6 km
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Childeric Primary School

Good429 pupils0.7 km
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Edmund Waller Primary School

Good425 pupils0.8 km
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St James's Hatcham Church of England Primary School

Good194 pupils0.8 km
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The St Thomas the Apostle College

Outstanding1069 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • The beer rebellion0.8 km
  • New Cross House0.8 km
  • Five Bells0.2 km
  • New Cross Inn0.7 km
  • New Cross Inn0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

83 nearby
  • Mamma dough0.8 km
  • Peckham cellars0.8 km
  • COSTA COFFEE1.0 km
  • Hamburguesas De Migue Ltd0.2 km
  • Marali0.2 km
  • + 78 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Sainsbury0.9 km
  • Lidl uk gmbh0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • J Sainsbury PLC0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's Supermarket Ltd0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

82 nearby
  • Golden noodle0.8 km
  • Morleys fried chicken0.8 km
  • Tops caribbean0.8 km
  • American Bites Ltd0.4 km
  • Beirut Canteen0.7 km
  • + 77 more
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Retailers - Other

56 nearby
  • Cash Counts (Londis)0.3 km
  • Eurest0.5 km
  • Family Store0.2 km
  • Gateway Supermarket0.6 km
  • Goldsmith Wine0.9 km
  • + 51 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • New Cross Gate0.5 km
  • Queens Road Peckham0.8 km
  • New Cross Station1.1 km