Postcode Analysis Greenwich, London

SE18 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE18 1BS.

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Population

374

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

SE18 1BS has a highly multicultural community character — 66% 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

SE18 1BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from West Thamesmead in Greenwich. Administratively it sits within Plumstead & Glyndon ward and the Erith and Thamesmead constituency.

This is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 66% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Greenwich.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SE18 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00008328 (shared with 9 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 SE18 1BS. The average age is 33.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British34.1%
Asian / British Asian26.6%
Black / African / Caribbean24.7%
Other / Mixed14.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 5%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

SE18 1BS has low crime rates — 46 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.

Violence and sexual offences108
Anti-social behaviour100
Vehicle crime45
Drugs28
Criminal damage and arson24

school Local Schools

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Conway Primary School

Good454 pupils0.5 km
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Bannockburn Primary School

Outstanding846 pupils0.5 km
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St Thomas A Becket Roman Catholic Primary School

Good413 pupils0.7 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Good340 pupils0.7 km
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St Paul's Academy

Good1160 pupils0.7 km
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Gallions Mount Primary School

Good279 pupils0.8 km
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Heronsgate Primary School

Outstanding800 pupils0.9 km
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Waterside School

Good25 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

43 nearby
  • Alpharm Chemist0.5 km
  • Astra Food & Wine0.7 km
  • Dadoo's Foodstore0.5 km
  • Euro express0.4 km
  • Everest Stores Ltd0.5 km
  • + 38 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

42 nearby
  • Dosa & Sambal Express0.4 km
  • Brew Station0.7 km
  • Danfe Restaurant0.7 km
  • Fusion0.7 km
  • Kebabish0.5 km
  • + 37 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Plumstead Radical Club0.7 km
  • The Belfry0.5 km
  • St Patricks Social Club0.7 km
  • The Volunteer0.5 km
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Poundland0.5 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Ades Limited0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Caloroso Pizza Woolwich0.7 km
  • EVER FRESH INDIAN STREET FOOD0.4 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Plumstead suya spot0.5 km
  • Sushi Kitchen & Pizzeria Italiana0.5 km
  • + 19 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plumstead0.8 km
  • Woolwich Arsenal1.7 km
  • Abbey Wood1.8 km