Postcode Analysis Southwark, London

RYECOTES MEAD, SE21 7EP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RYECOTES MEAD, SE21 7EP.

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Population

337

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 90,600 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE21 7EP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SE21 7EP combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£858k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £858k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

SE21 7EP is a sought-after residential area on Ryecotes Mead, 0.6km from Dulwich Village in Southwark. Administratively it sits within Dulwich Village ward and the Dulwich and West Norwood constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SE21, SE21 7EP offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. By day, the area transitions to a independent professional metro services character: higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £858k.

Census 2021 statistics for SE21 7EP are sourced from Output Area E00020503 (shared with 21 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 SE21 7EP. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British73.4%
Asian / British Asian15.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed9.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 858,500

1 sales · Mean £ 858,500

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

SE21 7EP has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are robbery and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Robbery9
Vehicle crime7
Anti-social behaviour5
Burglary5
Violence and sexual offences3

school Local Schools

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Dulwich Wood Primary School

Good372 pupils0.9 km
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St Anthony's Catholic Primary School

Good403 pupils1.0 km
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Dulwich Hamlet Junior School

Outstanding353 pupils1.1 km
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Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School

Outstanding258 pupils1.1 km
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Turney Primary and Secondary Special School

Outstanding140 pupils1.1 km
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Kingsdale Foundation School

Outstanding2466 pupils1.2 km
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Rosendale Primary School

Outstanding655 pupils1.2 km
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Goodrich Community Primary School

Good562 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • The proud sow0.7 km
  • Dulwich Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Butter and crust1.0 km
  • Dulwich grocers0.9 km
  • Jay jalaram1.0 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Southwark sports bowls club0.2 km
  • Alleyns head0.8 km
  • Streatham and marlborough cricket club0.7 km
  • The plough0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Crown & greyhound0.7 km
  • D. village1.0 km
  • Gails bakery0.7 km
  • Golf course ltd0.8 km
  • Rocca di papa0.8 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Ee house1.0 km
  • Joseph's fish and chips0.9 km
  • Meltsmiths0.8 km
  • Golden kitchen1.0 km
  • Rajah rowing team0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Simply fresh0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dulwich0.4 km
  • West Dulwich0.7 km
  • Sydenham Hill1.1 km