Postcode Analysis Lambeth, London

POPLAR ROAD, SE24 0BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POPLAR ROAD, SE24 0BP.

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Population

262

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 65,600 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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3/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SE24 0BP has a significant social housing presence — 82% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

SE24 0BP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Poplar Road, 0.6km from Herne Hill in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Herne Hill & Loughborough Junction ward and the Dulwich and West Norwood constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SE24 0BP is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 82% 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 Lambeth. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £430k.

Census 2021 statistics for SE24 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00015486 (shared with 3 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 SE24 0BP. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British34.9%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean44.8%
Other / Mixed18.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 7%
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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

£ 430,000

1 sales · Mean £ 430,000

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

Crime around SE24 0BP is moderate at 55 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 behaviour130
Violence and sexual offences128
Other theft51
Vehicle crime47
Shoplifting46

school Local Schools

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Heron Academy

Inadequate0.1 km
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St Saviour's Church of England Primary School

Good191 pupils0.2 km
P

Jessop Primary School

Outstanding350 pupils0.3 km
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Ark Evelyn Grace Academy

Requires Improvement474 pupils0.4 km
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Hill Mead Primary School

Good372 pupils0.5 km
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St John's Angell Town Church of England Primary Schooll

Good212 pupils0.8 km
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Loughborough Primary School

Good356 pupils0.9 km
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Maudsley and Bethlem Hospital School

Outstanding50 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

86 nearby
  • Mamanja Afro Caribbean Foods,Groceries \& Veg0.5 km
  • The Latin Choice0.5 km
  • The Remakery0.9 km
  • Herne hill londis0.7 km
  • Herne hill pharmacy0.7 km
  • + 81 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

48 nearby
  • Asya Fish Bar And Kebabs0.8 km
  • MEXCLUB0.6 km
  • Costa0.7 km
  • Costa - Main Entrance0.8 km
  • Tasty House1.0 km
  • + 43 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

92 nearby
  • Different Taste1.0 km
  • The Mezz0.8 km
  • C.A.F.E.0.3 km
  • Casa Mofongo0.6 km
  • Night And Day Cafe0.4 km
  • + 87 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • Brixton Brew Bar0.6 km
  • Brixton Domino & Social Club0.4 km
  • Dogstar0.8 km
  • Effra Hall Tavern1.0 km
  • Taproom0.8 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • Budgens0.8 km
  • The Co-operative Group Food0.4 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Loughborough Junction0.5 km
  • Brixton1.0 km
  • Denmark Hill1.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Loughborough Junction Rail Station0.4 km