Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

TRANQUIL PASSAGE, SE3 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TRANQUIL PASSAGE, SE3 0BJ.

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Population

257

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 67,200 /yr

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Employed

74%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE3 0BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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9/10
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10/10
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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

At 71% private renter occupancy, SE3 0BJ is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 38).

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

SE3 0BJ is a mixed residential area on Tranquil Passage, 0.3km from Blackheath Vale in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Blackheath ward and the Lewisham East constituency.

For renters and young professionals, SE3 0BJ offers 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 big city life character: big city services, with accommodation and food. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 71% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (57% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for SE3 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00016171 (shared with 96 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 SE3 0BJ. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British80.4%
Asian / British Asian11.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

74%Active
FT: 57%
Unemployed: 6%
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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 SE3 0BJ is moderate at 70 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting100
Violence and sexual offences80
Anti-social behaviour58
Vehicle crime24
Other theft19

school Local Schools

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John Ball Primary School

Outstanding639 pupils0.1 km
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All Saints' Church of England Primary School Blackheath

Good235 pupils0.4 km
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St Matthew Academy

Good1006 pupils0.6 km
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Brooklands Primary School

Outstanding205 pupils0.8 km
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St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.8 km
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Wingfield Primary School

Outstanding536 pupils1.2 km
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Thomas Tallis School

Good2083 pupils1.3 km
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The John Roan School

Inadequate1072 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

41 nearby
  • COOK0.4 km
  • Buddha Taste0.1 km
  • Cote Brasserie0.0 km
  • Cote Restaurants LTD0.0 km
  • Ess Support Services1.0 km
  • + 36 more
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Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • Cocktails By Mail, Wine & Such0.9 km
  • Our Sommelier Ltd0.0 km
  • BP SFC1.0 km
  • Roberts Stores1.0 km
  • Shepherd Foods0.2 km
  • + 21 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Hare & Billet0.3 km
  • The Crown (Blackheath)0.1 km
  • O'Neills0.0 km
  • Princess of Wales0.2 km
  • The Elements Bar0.9 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Whitehouse Cafe/Benugo0.7 km
  • Maples0.8 km
  • Rowdy Burgers and Desserts1.0 km
  • Sisimi Taste Goodness0.8 km
  • Blackheath Desserts/Village Burger & Desserts0.1 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Clarendon Hotel0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Blackheath0.2 km
  • Kidbrooke1.5 km
  • Lewisham1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Blackheath Rail Station0.2 km