SE18 1DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Abery Street, 1.1km from Plumstead in Greenwich. Administratively it sits within Plumstead & Glyndon ward and the Erith and Thamesmead constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SE18 1DB offers a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Greenwich.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £375k, down 14.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SE18 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00008333 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABERY STREET, SE18 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABERY STREET, SE18 1DB.
473
36
£ 46,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE18 1DB 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.
Area Character
SE18 1DB has a highly multicultural community character — 48% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 36 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending down 14.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE18 1DB. The average age is 35.7. 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
Terraced
£ 325,000
7 sales · Mean £ 327,142
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE18 1DB is moderate at 65 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
Conway Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Bannockburn Primary School
Waterside School
South Rise Primary School
Gallions Mount Primary School
Heronsgate Primary School
Plumstead Manor School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
50 nearby- Alpharm Chemist0.1 km
- Astra Food & Wine0.3 km
- Dadoo's Foodstore0.1 km
- Euro express0.1 km
- Everest Stores Ltd0.1 km
- + 45 more
Restaurant, Cafe
45 nearby- Dosa & Sambal Express0.1 km
- Brew Station0.4 km
- Danfe Restaurant0.4 km
- Fusion0.4 km
- Kebabish0.1 km
- + 40 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Plumstead Radical Club0.4 km
- The Belfry0.1 km
- The Rose Inn0.8 km
- St Patricks Social Club0.4 km
- The Old Mill0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.2 km
- Poundland0.1 km
- Iceland0.2 km
- Ades Limited0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Caloroso Pizza Woolwich0.3 km
- EVER FRESH INDIAN STREET FOOD0.1 km
- Greggs0.2 km
- Plumstead suya spot0.2 km
- Sushi Kitchen & Pizzeria Italiana0.1 km
- + 22 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plumstead0.5 km
- Woolwich Arsenal1.4 km
- Woolwich1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Plumstead Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SE181DB · Data under Open Government Licence