SE1 0BX is a lively urban neighbourhood on Great Suffolk Street, 0.2km from The Borough in Southwark. Administratively it sits within Borough & Bankside ward and the Bermondsey and Old Southwark constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. With an average age of just 23, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Southwark.
Safety: Crime rates are high (165 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £450k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE1 0BX are sourced from Output Area E00166633 (shared with 40 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREAT SUFFOLK STREET, SE1 0BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREAT SUFFOLK STREET, SE1 0BX.
474
23
£ 66,700 /yr
18%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines SE1 0BX — 46% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE1 0BX. The average age is 23.2. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 360,000
4 sales · Mean £ 348,637
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near SE1 0BX are high at 165 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are theft from the person and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Charles Dickens Primary School
Haberdashers' Borough Academy
Friars Primary Foundation School
Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School, the Borough
The Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie
St Jude's Church of England Primary School
St George's Cathedral Catholic Primary School
Notre Dame Roman Catholic Girls' School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
71 nearby- The leather exchange1.0 km
- The miller0.8 km
- The old school yard0.7 km
- Flowers of the forest0.6 km
- London south bank university students union0.7 km
- + 66 more
Restaurant, Cafe
376 nearby- Ark globe academy0.8 km
- Champor-champor0.9 km
- Morley's0.8 km
- Premier inn0.6 km
- Smokin sin0.6 km
- + 371 more
Supermarkets
21 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- Guasacaca0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Co-operative food0.6 km
- The co-operative food group ltd0.1 km
- + 16 more
Retailers - Other
183 nearby- Borough food & wine0.6 km
- Red bus shop0.8 km
- Blue moon0.6 km
- Konditor & cook0.7 km
- Neal's yard dairy0.7 km
- + 178 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
19 nearby- Orient street short breaks0.9 km
- Ruby Lucy Hotel0.9 km
- Fitness first plc/bridge hotel0.9 km
- Webber Street Day Centre0.6 km
- Rose and crown0.7 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
119 nearby- Falafel lover0.7 km
- Five star fish bar0.9 km
- Golden sun0.5 km
- M m kiosk1.0 km
- Maxy's fried chicken0.9 km
- + 114 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- London Waterloo (East)0.7 km
- Elephant & Castle0.7 km
- London Waterloo0.9 km
Bus Stops
- Borough Underground Station0.4 km
- Borough Underground Station0.4 km
- Borough Underground Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SE10BX · Data under Open Government Licence