SE24 0DS is a safe, established residential area on Shardcroft Avenue, 0.1km from Herne Hill in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Herne Hill & Loughborough Junction ward and the Dulwich and West Norwood constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £717k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE24 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00015489 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHARDCROFT AVENUE, SE24 0DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHARDCROFT AVENUE, SE24 0DS.
418
37
£ 64,500 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE24 0DS 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SE24 0DS's low deprivation rank, 59% ownership, and £717k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £717k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE24 0DS. The average age is 37.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 697,500
6 sales · Mean £ 700,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE24 0DS is moderate at 51 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.
school Local Schools
St Jude's Church of England Primary School
Jessop Primary School
Ark Evelyn Grace Academy
Effra Nursery School and Children's Centre
Heron Academy
Judith Kerr Primary School
Hill Mead Primary School
St Saviour's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
63 nearby- I.A.A Supermarket0.4 km
- Jolly Good Newsagent1.0 km
- Herne hill londis0.4 km
- Herne hill pharmacy0.4 km
- Organic delights0.4 km
- + 58 more
Takeaway Shop
52 nearby- MEXCLUB1.0 km
- Best Kebab0.4 km
- Kai Hung Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Minus 12° Craft Ice Cream0.3 km
- The Green Parrot0.4 km
- + 47 more
Restaurant, Cafe
78 nearby- Khan's Restaurant0.8 km
- Little Ochi0.4 km
- Llewelyn's0.3 km
- The Great Indian Kitchen0.8 km
- Christophers bakery and delicatessen limited0.6 km
- + 73 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Half moon public house + hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- South West Saloon1.0 km
- The Shrub & Shutter0.9 km
- Brixton Brew Bar1.0 km
- Brixton Domino & Social Club0.9 km
- Commercial Hotel0.4 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Budgens (dulwich)0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Herne Hill0.3 km
- North Dulwich1.0 km
- Brixton1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Herne Hill Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SE240DS · Data under Open Government Licence