Postcode Analysis Southwark, London

SE17 2TZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE17 2TZ.

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Population

331

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE17 2TZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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3/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

SE17 2TZ has a significant social housing presence — 91% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 28-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

SE17 2TZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Walworth in Southwark. Administratively it sits within Faraday ward and the Camberwell and Peckham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SE17 2TZ is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 28 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 91% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Southwark. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 82 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for SE17 2TZ are sourced from Output Area E00020000 (shared with 15 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 SE17 2TZ. The average age is 28.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British18.0%
Asian / British Asian6.6%
Black / African / Caribbean58.9%
Other / Mixed16.5%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around SE17 2TZ is moderate at 82 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour422
Violence and sexual offences370
Theft from the person128
Other theft115
Drugs99

school Local Schools

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English Martyrs' Roman Catholic Primary School

Good326 pupils0.2 km
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South Bank University Academy

Good706 pupils0.2 km
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Surrey Square Primary School

Outstanding446 pupils0.3 km
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Michael Faraday School

Good428 pupils0.4 km
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Robert Browning Primary School

Good191 pupils0.5 km
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Townsend Primary School

Good158 pupils0.5 km
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St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good207 pupils0.5 km
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Ark Walworth Academy

Good1048 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

107 nearby
  • East st off licence limited0.6 km
  • G baldwin & co0.7 km
  • Kiki and miumiu supermarkets0.9 km
  • Poundland0.6 km
  • Sams 99p store0.7 km
  • + 102 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

23 nearby
  • Orbit brewing ltd - brewery0.7 km
  • The tankard0.8 km
  • Horangee pocha0.8 km
  • Rising sun0.8 km
  • Huntsman & hound0.2 km
  • + 18 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

150 nearby
  • Amore cafe0.7 km
  • Bagel king0.6 km
  • Beza ethiopian food0.8 km
  • Bobo social0.8 km
  • Change please0.9 km
  • + 145 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

61 nearby
  • El guambra1.0 km
  • Hot box pizza and chicken ltd0.8 km
  • Newplatinumbakery ltd0.7 km
  • Ossie jerk chicken0.6 km
  • Sidecar coffee bar0.7 km
  • + 56 more
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Supermarkets

13 nearby
  • Daily fresh supermarket0.5 km
  • Iceland0.6 km
  • Marks & spencer0.6 km
  • Oli centre0.6 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Eurotraveller hotel0.4 km
  • Eurotraveller hotel0.8 km
  • Safestay hotel0.9 km
  • Travelodge1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Elephant & Castle1.1 km
  • London Bridge1.9 km
  • London1.9 km