SE6 1BU 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 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £580k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE6 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00016293 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MUIRKIRK ROAD, SE6 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MUIRKIRK ROAD, SE6 1BU.
408
36
£ 60,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE6 1BU 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 1BU combines high owner-occupation (71%), strong property values (£580k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £580k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE6 1BU. 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
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 450,000
3 sales · Mean £ 485,000
Semi-Detached
£ 710,000
2 sales · Mean £ 710,000
Flat
£ 300,000
1 sales · Mean £ 300,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE6 1BU is moderate at 52 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
Rushey Green Primary School
Torridon Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Sandhurst Primary School
Conisborough College
Forster Park Primary School
Greenvale School
Brindishe Green School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
43 nearby- Sandhurst Supermarket0.2 km
- TVS Retail Ltd (Londis)0.6 km
- Brazilian Grocery & Butcher1.0 km
- Catford Food Centre1.0 km
- EUROPA GB LTD1.0 km
- + 38 more
Restaurant, Cafe
45 nearby- Barvvs0.5 km
- Cafe and off site catering0.5 km
- Caffe Tessoro0.2 km
- Cool Breeze1.0 km
- Last Outpost1.0 km
- + 40 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Cost Cutter0.6 km
- Co-op0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
33 nearby- China Express0.6 km
- Jerk Scene0.2 km
- Morleys0.2 km
- Perfect Chicken & Peri Peri Ltd1.0 km
- Mamas Pot0.9 km
- + 28 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Silks0.9 km
- The London & Rye1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Catford1.0 km
- Bellingham1.1 km
- Catford Station1.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SE61BU · Data under Open Government Licence