SE4 1BZ is a safe, established residential area on Malpas Road, 0.4km from New Cross in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Brockley ward and the Lewisham, Deptford constituency.
Day-to-day life in SE4 1BZ has the character of 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. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £395k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE4 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00016215 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALPAS ROAD, SE4 1BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALPAS ROAD, SE4 1BZ.
349
35
£ 51,800 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE4 1BZ 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.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines SE4 1BZ — 46% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE4 1BZ. The average age is 35.1. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 395,000
1 sales · Mean £ 395,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SE4 1BZ has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Myatt Garden Primary School
Lucas Vale Primary School
Ashmead Primary School
St James's Hatcham Church of England Primary School
Haberdashers' Hatcham College
Haberdashers' Hatcham Free School
John Stainer Community Primary School
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
97 nearby- Goldsmith Cafe0.7 km
- Red Lion Coffee Company0.8 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Chaska Maska0.5 km
- Telegraph Hill Centre0.7 km
- + 92 more
Retailers - Other
52 nearby- Ez Sys Limited0.8 km
- Londis New Cross Road0.8 km
- Mamex Stores0.8 km
- New Cross Butcher & Sea Food Ltd0.8 km
- Wine Cellar0.7 km
- + 47 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Crystals0.7 km
- The Rose Inn0.8 km
- Behrouz Biryani/ Rebel Foods0.7 km
- Staff Refreshment Club0.6 km
- The Talbot0.8 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
50 nearby- After Hours0.8 km
- Biryani Bazaar0.8 km
- Gateway Chicken0.8 km
- City Noodles0.6 km
- Cummin' Up0.8 km
- + 45 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- SPAR0.6 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Embas Express0.8 km
- J Sainsbury PLC0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- St James's Guest House0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Cross0.2 km
- Brockley0.6 km
- St Johns0.8 km
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Postcode Profile: SE41BZ · Data under Open Government Licence