Postcode Analysis Greenwich, London

SE18 1BW House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

614

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE18 1BW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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2/10
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Area Character

SE18 1BW has a highly multicultural community character — 66% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 32 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

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

An affordable area with active regeneration, SE18 1BW is the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 32 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 30% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Greenwich. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 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 SE18 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00176581 (shared with 6 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 1BW. The average age is 32.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British16.4%
Asian / British Asian65.6%
Black / African / Caribbean9.8%
Other / Mixed8.2%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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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 SE18 1BW is moderate at 67 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 offences286
Anti-social behaviour181
Vehicle crime65
Criminal damage and arson62
Other theft57

school Local Schools

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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Good340 pupils0.1 km
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Conway Primary School

Good454 pupils0.2 km
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Waterside School

Good25 pupils0.4 km
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South Rise Primary School

Good619 pupils0.4 km
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Bannockburn Primary School

Outstanding846 pupils0.7 km
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Plumstead Manor School

Good1468 pupils0.7 km
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Heronsgate Primary School

Outstanding800 pupils0.7 km
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Foxfield Primary School

Outstanding676 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

54 nearby
  • Alpharm Chemist0.3 km
  • Astra Food & Wine0.1 km
  • Dadoo's Foodstore0.3 km
  • Euro express0.3 km
  • Everest Stores Ltd0.2 km
  • + 49 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

45 nearby
  • Dosa & Sambal Express0.3 km
  • Brew Station0.3 km
  • Danfe Restaurant0.2 km
  • Fusion0.3 km
  • Kebabish0.2 km
  • + 40 more
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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Plumstead Radical Club0.2 km
  • The Belfry0.2 km
  • sourdough saloon pizza @thestarse181.0 km
  • Star INN1.0 km
  • The Ship0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Co-op Food0.9 km
  • Poundland0.2 km
  • Iceland0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Caloroso Pizza Woolwich0.1 km
  • EVER FRESH INDIAN STREET FOOD0.3 km
  • Greggs0.3 km
  • Plumstead suya spot0.1 km
  • Sushi Kitchen & Pizzeria Italiana0.1 km
  • + 21 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plumstead0.3 km
  • Woolwich Arsenal1.2 km
  • Woolwich1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Plumstead Rail Station0.3 km