Postcode Analysis Greenwich, London

SE28 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE28 0BJ.

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Population

370

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

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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2/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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4/10
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5/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

SE28 0BJ has a significant social housing presence — 79% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 30-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

SE28 0BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Royal Arsenal West in Greenwich. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Plumstead & Glyndon ward and the Greenwich and Woolwich constituency.

This is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Greenwich.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for SE28 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00182355 (shared with 122 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 SE28 0BJ. The average age is 30.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British19.0%
Asian / British Asian12.9%
Black / African / Caribbean59.5%
Other / Mixed8.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 11%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around SE28 0BJ is moderate at 66 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 offences248
Anti-social behaviour141
Criminal damage and arson52
Vehicle crime45
Public order41

school Local Schools

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Heronsgate Primary School

Outstanding800 pupils0.3 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Good340 pupils0.3 km
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Waterside School

Good25 pupils0.5 km
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Conway Primary School

Good454 pupils0.6 km
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South Rise Primary School

Good619 pupils0.6 km
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Foxfield Primary School

Outstanding676 pupils0.7 km
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Bannockburn Primary School

Outstanding846 pupils1.0 km
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Plumstead Manor School

Good1468 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

68 nearby
  • Alpharm Chemist0.7 km
  • Astra Food & Wine0.5 km
  • Dadoo's Foodstore0.6 km
  • Euro express0.7 km
  • Everest Stores Ltd0.6 km
  • + 63 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

50 nearby
  • Dosa & Sambal Express0.7 km
  • Brew Station0.2 km
  • Danfe Restaurant0.2 km
  • Fusion0.2 km
  • Kebabish0.5 km
  • + 45 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Plumstead Radical Club0.2 km
  • The Belfry0.6 km
  • Vib Bar Ltd1.0 km
  • Bull Tavern1.0 km
  • SALT WOOLWICH0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Poundland0.5 km
  • Iceland0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

35 nearby
  • Caloroso Pizza Woolwich0.3 km
  • EVER FRESH INDIAN STREET FOOD0.7 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Plumstead suya spot0.4 km
  • Sushi Kitchen & Pizzeria Italiana0.4 km
  • + 30 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plumstead0.2 km
  • Woolwich Arsenal1.0 km
  • Woolwich1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Plumstead Rail Station0.2 km