Postcode Analysis Lambeth, London

SHARDCROFT AVENUE, SE24 0DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHARDCROFT AVENUE, SE24 0DS.

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Population

418

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 64,500 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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10/10
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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British81.8%
Asian / British Asian4.0%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed10.9%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

Anti-social behaviour125
Violence and sexual offences122
Theft from the person67
Bicycle theft51
Vehicle crime39

school Local Schools

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St Jude's Church of England Primary School

Good193 pupils0.3 km
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Jessop Primary School

Outstanding350 pupils0.4 km
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Ark Evelyn Grace Academy

Requires Improvement474 pupils0.5 km
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Effra Nursery School and Children's Centre

Good100 pupils0.6 km
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Heron Academy

Inadequate0.6 km
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Judith Kerr Primary School

Good348 pupils0.7 km
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Hill Mead Primary School

Good372 pupils0.7 km
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St Saviour's Church of England Primary School

Good191 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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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

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

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Half moon public house + hotel0.4 km
local_bar

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
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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