SE6 1BH is a safe, established residential area on Muirkirk Road, 0.2km from Catford in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Catford South ward and the Lewisham East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £674k, down 50.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SE6 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00016293 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MUIRKIRK ROAD, SE6 1BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MUIRKIRK ROAD, SE6 1BH.
408
36
£ 60,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE6 1BH represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SE6 1BH combines high owner-occupation (71%), strong property values (£674k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £674k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 50.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE6 1BH. The average age is 35.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 400,000
3 sales · Mean £ 396,666
Terraced
£ 668,450
10 sales · Mean £ 672,490
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE6 1BH is moderate at 50 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
Torridon Primary School
Rushey Green Primary School
Conisborough College
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Sandhurst Primary School
Greenvale School
Forster Park Primary School
St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
31 nearby- Sandhurst Supermarket0.3 km
- TVS Retail Ltd (Londis)0.7 km
- Chinese Health Group1.0 km
- The Eggfree Cake Box (Catford) Ltd1.0 km
- Seoulfood0.8 km
- + 26 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Barvvs0.6 km
- Cafe and off site catering0.5 km
- Caffe Tessoro0.3 km
- WE LOVE PASTA LTD0.1 km
- TasteFULL0.8 km
- + 27 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Cost Cutter0.6 km
- Co-op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- China Express0.7 km
- Jerk Scene0.3 km
- Morleys0.3 km
- Mamas Pot1.0 km
- Floatin Buka Ltd0.8 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Silks1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bellingham1.0 km
- Catford1.0 km
- Catford Station1.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SE61BH · Data under Open Government Licence