Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

MALHAM ROAD, SE23 1AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALHAM ROAD, SE23 1AH.

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Population

441

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 62,700 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE23 1AH 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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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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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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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines SE23 1AH — 47% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. 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

SE23 1AH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Malham Road, 0.4km from Forest Hill in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Crofton Park ward and the Lewisham, Deptford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SE23 1AH is a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 25% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SE23 1AH are sourced from Output Area E00016322 (shared with 13 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 SE23 1AH. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British53.2%
Asian / British Asian7.8%
Black / African / Caribbean27.6%
Other / Mixed11.4%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 42%
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)

SE23 1AH has low crime rates — 47 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 offences153
Anti-social behaviour89
Vehicle crime58
Criminal damage and arson37
Other theft32

school Local Schools

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Dalmain Primary School

Good392 pupils0.3 km
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St George's CofE Primary School

Good213 pupils0.5 km
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Fairlawn Primary School

Good408 pupils0.6 km
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St William of York Catholic Primary School

Good222 pupils0.6 km
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Horniman Primary School

Good221 pupils0.7 km
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St Francesca Cabrini Primary School

Good212 pupils0.7 km
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Perrymount Primary School

Good210 pupils0.8 km
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Kilmorie Primary School

Outstanding652 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

46 nearby
  • Riya Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Stanstead Wines0.9 km
  • Travis Perkins Ltd0.1 km
  • Pantry0.5 km
  • Kiki Market0.6 km
  • + 41 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Blythe Hill Tavern0.9 km
  • All Inn One0.6 km
  • Bird In Hand0.7 km
  • The Capitol0.7 km
  • The Dartmouth Arms0.7 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

59 nearby
  • Seniors (Lewisham Elders Resource Centre0.8 km
  • BB & Friends Cafe0.7 km
  • Fu House0.7 km
  • KFC0.6 km
  • Piazza Della Cucina0.5 km
  • + 54 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

40 nearby
  • Fantastic Morley0.9 km
  • The Jerk Valley Of London0.9 km
  • Big Mammas Pizza and Chicken0.1 km
  • Chilango Ltd0.1 km
  • Elachi SE230.1 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Londies0.4 km
  • TESCO0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Forest Hill0.6 km
  • Honor Oak Park0.8 km
  • Catford Bridge1.5 km