Postcode Analysis Lambeth, London

SE27 0HQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE27 0HQ.

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Population

431

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 64,600 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE27 0HQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

SE27 0HQ has a highly multicultural community character — 46% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 32 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

SE27 0HQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from West Norwood in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Knight's Hill ward and the Dulwich and West Norwood constituency.

For renters and young professionals, SE27 0HQ offers a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 61% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for SE27 0HQ are sourced from Output Area E00015567 (shared with 27 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 SE27 0HQ. The average age is 31.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British53.8%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean22.4%
Other / Mixed18.5%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 8%
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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.

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

Crime around SE27 0HQ is moderate at 64 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 offences164
Anti-social behaviour162
Vehicle crime41
Other theft33
Criminal damage and arson28

school Local Schools

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St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Good179 pupils0.2 km
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Julian's School

Good974 pupils0.3 km
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The Norwood School

Good1086 pupils0.7 km
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St Joseph's RC Infant School

Good164 pupils0.7 km
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Elm Wood School

Good391 pupils0.8 km
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Crown Lane Primary School

Good300 pupils0.8 km
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St Joseph's RC Junior School

Outstanding194 pupils0.8 km
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Kingswood Primary School

Good605 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

41 nearby
  • Clive Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Sweet News & Wine0.7 km
  • Budgens1.0 km
  • Convenience Stop0.3 km
  • Cultural Flavours0.1 km
  • + 36 more
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Takeaway Shop

31 nearby
  • Monkeys/Late Knight/YouVegan/Dope Dogs/Mac Junkies/Chi Tacos0.7 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • New China0.1 km
  • Papadom On The Hill0.3 km
  • Yum Seng0.7 km
  • + 26 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hestia Housing \& Support0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

31 nearby
  • Iberico0.7 km
  • Sweet Portugal0.8 km
  • BARRY'S BAR0.2 km
  • Cafe Cappodocia0.4 km
  • Efes Restaurant0.7 km
  • + 26 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Co-operative Food0.7 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Iceland Foods0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Knowles Of Norwood0.7 km
  • The Bricklayers Arms0.8 km
  • The Rosendale1.0 km
  • The Horns Tavern0.3 km
  • The Great North Wood0.3 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • West Norwood0.3 km
  • Tulse Hill1.2 km
  • Gipsy Hill1.4 km

Bus Stops

  • West Norwood Rail Station0.3 km