SE28 0DU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wren Path, 0.5km 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 0DU is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Greenwich.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £185k. 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 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00008427 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WREN PATH, SE28 0DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WREN PATH, SE28 0DU.
223
45
£ 53,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 74% of tenure in SE28 0DU — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. 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 SE28 0DU. The average age is 44.6. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 182,500
2 sales · Mean £ 182,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE28 0DU is moderate at 51 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
Heronsgate Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Waterside School
Conway Primary School
South Rise Primary School
Foxfield Primary School
Discovery Primary School
Bannockburn Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
48 nearby- Alpharm Chemist0.9 km
- Astra Food & Wine0.9 km
- Dadoo's Foodstore0.9 km
- Euro express0.9 km
- Everest Stores Ltd0.9 km
- + 43 more
Restaurant, Cafe
38 nearby- Dosa & Sambal Express0.9 km
- Brew Station0.5 km
- Danfe Restaurant0.6 km
- Fusion0.5 km
- Kebabish0.8 km
- + 33 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Plumstead Radical Club0.6 km
- The Belfry0.8 km
- SALT WOOLWICH0.9 km
- St Patricks Social Club0.8 km
- The Volunteer1.0 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Poundland0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Caloroso Pizza Woolwich0.7 km
- EVER FRESH INDIAN STREET FOOD0.9 km
- Greggs1.0 km
- Plumstead suya spot0.7 km
- Sushi Kitchen & Pizzeria Italiana0.7 km
- + 25 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plumstead0.6 km
- Woolwich Arsenal1.1 km
- Woolwich1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SE280DU · Data under Open Government Licence