SE27 0DD is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from West Norwood in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Knight's Hill ward and the Dulwich and West Norwood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SE27 0DD 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. By day, the area transitions to a independent professional metro services character: higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for SE27 0DD are sourced from Output Area E00015571 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SE27 0DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE27 0DD.
206
46
£ 62,700 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE27 0DD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
With 61% social renting, SE27 0DD is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE27 0DD. The average age is 46.4. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE27 0DD is moderate at 52 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
Julian's School
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Crown Lane Primary School
St Joseph's RC Infant School
The Norwood School
St Joseph's RC Junior School
St Joseph's College
Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- Adarshi Pharmacy0.8 km
- News And Booze1.0 km
- Norwood Mini Market1.0 km
- Dhanvik News0.6 km
- AM2PM Food Store0.6 km
- + 36 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Bon Velo (Norwood )0.8 km
- Electric Cafe1.0 km
- Francatelli Ltd1.0 km
- KFC0.8 km
- Thai Duck Deli1.0 km
- + 26 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- CakeBox Norwood0.8 km
- Papa John's0.8 km
- Pizza 2 Night1.0 km
- Monkeys/Late Knight/YouVegan/Dope Dogs/Mac Junkies/Chi Tacos0.7 km
- New China0.3 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- Iceland Foods0.6 km
- Co-operative Food0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Knowles Of Norwood0.8 km
- The Great North Wood0.3 km
- The Hope0.4 km
- The Horns Tavern0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hestia Housing \& Support0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Norwood0.4 km
- Streatham1.2 km
- Tulse Hill1.3 km
Bus Stops
- West Norwood Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SE270DD · Data under Open Government Licence