SE28 0BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Nathan Way, 0.7km from West Thamesmead in Greenwich. Administratively it sits within West Thamesmead ward and the Erith and Thamesmead constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SE28 0BQ is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Greenwich. Full-time employment stands at 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 78 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 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00008406 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NATHAN WAY, SE28 0BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NATHAN WAY, SE28 0BQ.
757
34
£ 53,200 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE28 0BQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SE28 0BQ has a significant social housing presence — 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE28 0BQ. The average age is 34.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 0BQ is moderate at 78 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.
school Local Schools
Conway Primary School
Bannockburn Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Heronsgate Primary School
St Paul's Academy
St Thomas A Becket Roman Catholic Primary School
Discovery Primary School
Waterside School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- 7 days Mini Market0.8 km
- Expo International Supermarket0.8 km
- john and biola foods0.0 km
- Kobis European Mini Market0.8 km
- Lakedale Service Station0.7 km
- + 36 more
Restaurant, Cafe
41 nearby- Grizzly Burgers Limited0.9 km
- tee's african cuisine0.8 km
- TIWA N TIWA0.6 km
- Dosa & Sambal Express0.6 km
- Brew Station0.6 km
- + 36 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Ades Limited0.5 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Poundland0.5 km
- Iceland0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Express Kebab House0.8 km
- Wendy's0.2 km
- Caloroso Pizza Woolwich0.7 km
- EVER FRESH INDIAN STREET FOOD0.6 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Plumstead Radical Club0.7 km
- The Belfry0.6 km
- St Patricks Social Club0.8 km
- The Volunteer0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plumstead0.8 km
- Woolwich Arsenal1.6 km
- Abbey Wood1.9 km
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Postcode Profile: SE280BQ · Data under Open Government Licence