Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

THORNSBEACH ROAD, SE6 1DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNSBEACH ROAD, SE6 1DX.

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Population

309

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 58,700 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE6 1DX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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Area Character

59% of SE6 1DX's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Average age 37 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending up 21.2% year-on-year.

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

SE6 1DX is a mixed residential area on Thornsbeach Road, 0.2km from Catford in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Catford South ward and the Lewisham East constituency.

The people who live in SE6 1DX are typical 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £473k, up 21.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SE6 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00016289 (shared with 7 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 1DX. The average age is 36.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British41.3%
Asian / British Asian11.6%
Black / African / Caribbean33.2%
Other / Mixed13.9%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 293,000

7 sales · Mean £ 320,857

Semi-Detached

£ 830,000

1 sales · Mean £ 830,000

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

Crime around SE6 1DX is moderate at 67 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 offences231
Anti-social behaviour140
Vehicle crime55
Shoplifting53
Drugs40

school Local Schools

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Rushey Green Primary School

Good560 pupils0.2 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Outstanding239 pupils0.3 km
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Conisborough College

Requires Improvement850 pupils0.9 km
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Torridon Primary School

Good635 pupils0.9 km
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Sandhurst Primary School

Good630 pupils0.9 km
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Holbeach Primary School

Good486 pupils1.0 km
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Athelney Primary School

Good424 pupils1.1 km
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Brindishe Green School

Outstanding659 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

68 nearby
  • Blendstar0.3 km
  • Foodcycle Lewisham0.9 km
  • Good Food0.3 km
  • Lily White Restaurant0.2 km
  • Mountsfield Park Cafe0.9 km
  • + 63 more
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Takeaway Shop

48 nearby
  • Bellingham Bowling Club0.8 km
  • Ocean Bar0.4 km
  • Sangley Fish & Kebab House0.2 km
  • China Express0.8 km
  • Jerk Scene0.3 km
  • + 43 more
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Retailers - Other

73 nearby
  • Sandhurst Supermarket0.3 km
  • TVS Retail Ltd (Londis)0.9 km
  • Seven Stars1.0 km
  • Seoulfood0.4 km
  • Esso Service Station0.7 km
  • + 68 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Cost Cutter1.0 km
  • Iceland0.7 km
  • Tesco's1.0 km
  • Sainsburys Catford Station0.9 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The London & Rye0.7 km
  • Bottle Bar & Shop0.7 km
  • The Catford Bridge Tavern0.8 km
  • Catford Mews0.7 km
  • Silks0.5 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Catford0.6 km
  • Catford Station0.9 km
  • Bellingham1.0 km