SE16 2DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.1km from Rotherhithe in Southwark. Administratively it sits within North Bermondsey ward and the Bermondsey and Old Southwark constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SE16 2DB is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Southwark.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 SE16 2DB are sourced from Output Area E00020324 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SE16 2DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE16 2DB.
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£ 45,500 /yr
40%
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 70% of tenure in SE16 2DB — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 37-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 SE16 2DB. The average age is 36.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE16 2DB is moderate at 59 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
Compass School Southwark
Galleywall Primary School
Southwark Park Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Rotherhithe Primary School
City of London Academy (Southwark)
Ilderton Primary School
John Keats Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
76 nearby- Fk good burgers ltd0.9 km
- Burger king0.9 km
- Buzz bingo0.6 km
- Dan's catering0.7 km
- Deli felice1.0 km
- + 71 more
Retailers - Other
88 nearby- Essential errand ltd0.7 km
- Jalaram supermarket ltd0.8 km
- Neco's creperie0.7 km
- Odeon0.6 km
- River supermarket0.9 km
- + 83 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- China hall0.7 km
- St james of bermondsey0.8 km
- Stanley arms public house0.4 km
- The gregorian1.0 km
- Whelan's free house0.7 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Costcutters0.3 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Unity traders limited0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
84 nearby- Lola's cupcakes1.0 km
- Bermondsey tandoori balti hse0.9 km
- Cheeses 4 u0.7 km
- Coffee and olive0.8 km
- Fireaway pizza0.9 km
- + 79 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- South Bermondsey0.5 km
- Canada Water0.9 km
- Rotherhithe1.1 km
Bus Stops
- South Bermondsey Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SE162DB · Data under Open Government Licence