Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

SANDHURST MARKET, SE6 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SANDHURST MARKET, SE6 1DL.

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Population

370

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 58,700 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE6 1DL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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4/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines SE6 1DL — 54% 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.

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

SE6 1DL is a safe, established residential area on Sandhurst Market, 0.2km from Catford in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Catford South ward and the Lewisham East constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 43% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SE6 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00016288 (shared with 10 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 1DL. 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

White / British45.5%
Asian / British Asian13.1%
Black / African / Caribbean27.5%
Other / Mixed13.9%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

SE6 1DL has low crime rates — 49 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 offences179
Anti-social behaviour127
Vehicle crime48
Other theft34
Criminal damage and arson29

school Local Schools

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Rushey Green Primary School

Good560 pupils0.4 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Outstanding239 pupils0.5 km
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Sandhurst Primary School

Good630 pupils0.7 km
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Torridon Primary School

Good635 pupils0.8 km
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Conisborough College

Requires Improvement850 pupils0.9 km
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Brindishe Green School

Outstanding659 pupils1.1 km
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Holbeach Primary School

Good486 pupils1.1 km
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Forster Park Primary School

Good418 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

66 nearby
  • Le Delice Bakery1.0 km
  • Sandhurst Supermarket0.1 km
  • TVS Retail Ltd (Londis)0.6 km
  • Woodland Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Seoulfood0.6 km
  • + 61 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

66 nearby
  • Blendstar0.0 km
  • Foodcycle Lewisham0.9 km
  • Good Food0.0 km
  • H's Cafe0.9 km
  • Lily White Restaurant0.1 km
  • + 61 more
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Takeaway Shop

35 nearby
  • Bellingham Bowling Club0.7 km
  • Ocean Bar0.3 km
  • Sangley Fish & Kebab House0.1 km
  • China Express0.5 km
  • Jerk Scene0.0 km
  • + 30 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Cost Cutter0.7 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Aldi Stores Limited0.9 km
  • Co-op0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The London & Rye0.8 km
  • Bottle Bar & Shop1.0 km
  • Catford Mews0.9 km
  • Silks0.7 km
  • Stage Door Cafe0.9 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Catford0.8 km
  • Catford Station1.1 km
  • Bellingham1.2 km