Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

THE SQUIRRELS, SE13 5DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE SQUIRRELS, SE13 5DR.

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Population

240

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 65,200 /yr

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Employed

73%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE13 5DR 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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Area Character

SE13 5DR is an established family neighbourhood — 51% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £364k. Property prices are trending up 12.1% year-on-year.

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

SE13 5DR is an active urban area on The Squirrels, 0.7km from Blackheath Park in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Blackheath ward and the Lewisham East constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a independent professional metro services zone — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (56% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 124 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £364k, up 12.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SE13 5DR are sourced from Output Area E00016184 (shared with 6 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 SE13 5DR. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British77.5%
Asian / British Asian10.0%
Black / African / Caribbean7.5%
Other / Mixed5.0%

Economic Activity

73%Active
FT: 56%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 364,205

15 sales · Mean £ 349,910

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

Crime around SE13 5DR is above average at 124 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 offences374
Anti-social behaviour253
Public order159
Shoplifting115
Other theft105

school Local Schools

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St Matthew Academy

Good1006 pupils0.4 km
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St Saviour's Catholic Primary School

Good215 pupils0.5 km
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St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.7 km
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Prendergast Vale School

Good812 pupils0.8 km
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John Ball Primary School

Outstanding639 pupils0.8 km
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All Saints' Church of England Primary School Blackheath

Good235 pupils1.0 km
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Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham

Good1007 pupils1.1 km
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St Mary's Lewisham Church of England Primary School

Good231 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • O'Neills1.0 km
  • Hare & Billet0.8 km
  • The Crown (Blackheath)0.9 km
  • The Elements Bar0.7 km
  • Dirty South ( Bar only)0.3 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

86 nearby
  • Winchester House0.9 km
  • Copper and Ink1.0 km
  • Costa Limited0.9 km
  • Madeleines Creperie0.9 km
  • Madeleines Creperie1.0 km
  • + 81 more
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Retailers - Other

90 nearby
  • John Charles Butchers1.0 km
  • Neal's Yard Remedies0.9 km
  • Cocktails By Mail, Wine & Such0.7 km
  • Our Sommelier Ltd1.0 km
  • BP SFC0.7 km
  • + 85 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

40 nearby
  • Sun Bo Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Maples0.8 km
  • Imma Kadey African Restaurant0.4 km
  • Rowdy Burgers and Desserts0.8 km
  • Sisimi Taste Goodness0.5 km
  • + 35 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • VIA LEWISHAM0.8 km
  • Travelodge London Lewisham,0.7 km
  • Vita Student,0.8 km
  • Premier Inn0.5 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Lidl0.2 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Iceland0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lewisham0.9 km
  • Blackheath0.9 km
  • Hither Green1.1 km