Postcode Analysis Southwark, London

READING CLOSE, SE22 0DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for READING CLOSE, SE22 0DY.

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Population

286

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 64,500 /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: SE22 0DY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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5/10
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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 40, SE22 0DY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

SE22 0DY is a safe, established residential area on Reading Close, 0.6km from East Dulwich in Southwark. Administratively it sits within Dulwich Hill ward and the Dulwich and West Norwood constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SE22 0DY are sourced from Output Area E00019921 (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 SE22 0DY. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British74.0%
Asian / British Asian5.2%
Black / African / Caribbean8.3%
Other / Mixed12.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

SE22 0DY has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour87
Violence and sexual offences85
Shoplifting84
Vehicle crime54
Other theft26

school Local Schools

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Goodrich Community Primary School

Good562 pupils0.2 km
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St Anthony's Catholic Primary School

Good403 pupils0.3 km
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Heber Primary School

Good409 pupils0.3 km
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Harris Primary Academy East Dulwich

Outstanding381 pupils0.6 km
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Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich

Outstanding861 pupils0.6 km
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Horniman Primary School

Good221 pupils1.2 km
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Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School

Outstanding258 pupils1.2 km
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Dulwich Hamlet Junior School

Outstanding353 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

46 nearby
  • Pound land0.9 km
  • Drum & kernal0.7 km
  • Lordship news food & wine0.6 km
  • Vits and kicks bar kitchen0.7 km
  • WoodVale Supermarket0.8 km
  • + 41 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Castle public house0.3 km
  • Palmerston0.8 km
  • Streatham and marlborough cricket club1.0 km
  • The great exhibition0.4 km
  • The lordship0.6 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

46 nearby
  • Au ciel1.0 km
  • Dulwich cafe0.8 km
  • Dulwich tandoori0.9 km
  • Franklins bar and restaurant0.6 km
  • Gourmet burger kitchen0.7 km
  • + 41 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • 500 degrees1.0 km
  • A peace of cake0.7 km
  • Comfort and joy0.7 km
  • Ee house0.8 km
  • Joseph's fish and chips0.4 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Marks & spencer simply foods0.7 km
  • Co-op0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dulwich0.8 km
  • North Dulwich1.2 km
  • East Dulwich1.3 km