Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

MUIRKIRK ROAD, SE6 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MUIRKIRK ROAD, SE6 1BL.

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Population

291

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 58,700 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE6 1BL 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.

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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SE6 1BL's low deprivation rank, 66% ownership, and £575k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £575k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

SE6 1BL is a safe, established residential area on Muirkirk Road, 0.3km 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. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 56% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £575k.

Census 2021 statistics for SE6 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00016262 (shared with 4 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 SE6 1BL. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British43.6%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean30.4%
Other / Mixed15.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 575,000

3 sales · Mean £ 599,703

Semi-Detached

£ 566,000

1 sales · Mean £ 566,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SE6 1BL has low crime rates — 45 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences124
Anti-social behaviour74
Vehicle crime34
Criminal damage and arson32
Other theft26

school Local Schools

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Torridon Primary School

Good635 pupils0.4 km
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Conisborough College

Requires Improvement850 pupils0.5 km
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Rushey Green Primary School

Good560 pupils0.7 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Outstanding239 pupils0.8 km
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Sandhurst Primary School

Good630 pupils0.8 km
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Greenvale School

Outstanding173 pupils0.9 km
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Forster Park Primary School

Good418 pupils1.0 km
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St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School

Good200 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

27 nearby
  • Sandhurst Supermarket0.5 km
  • TVS Retail Ltd (Londis)0.8 km
  • Cambelle Ltd0.9 km
  • B&M Retail Ltd0.9 km
  • Travis Perkins (Catford) Ltd1.0 km
  • + 22 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • Barvvs0.8 km
  • Cafe and off site catering0.6 km
  • Caffe Tessoro0.5 km
  • Min Albi0.8 km
  • Refugee Cafe0.7 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Cost Cutter0.6 km
  • Co-op0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

27 nearby
  • China Express0.9 km
  • Jerk Scene0.5 km
  • Morleys0.5 km
  • The Pizza Box0.9 km
  • Bellingham Bowling Club0.3 km
  • + 22 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Fellowship Inn1.0 km
  • Bellingham Fish Bar1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bellingham0.9 km
  • Catford1.2 km
  • Catford Station1.4 km