SE27 0DU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Streatham Common in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Knight's Hill ward and the Dulwich and West Norwood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SE27 0DU is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 63% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SE27 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00015545 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SE27 0DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE27 0DU.
403
36
£ 48,800 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE27 0DU 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.
Area Character
SE27 0DU has a significant social housing presence — 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE27 0DU. The average age is 36.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE27 0DU is moderate at 50 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.
school Local Schools
Crown Lane Primary School
St Joseph's College
Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
St Joseph's RC Infant School
St Joseph's RC Junior School
Julian's School
The Norwood School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Sustenonce0.9 km
- ATM Food & Wine0.7 km
- Sweet News & Wine0.4 km
- Dhanvik News0.6 km
- Le Tour De France1.0 km
- + 20 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Horns Tavern0.9 km
- The Great North Wood0.9 km
- The Hope0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Crown Kebab0.4 km
- La Cucina Di Daffy0.4 km
- Pintadera0.9 km
- Southside Rehab Association0.9 km
- The Garden Pizza Restuarant And Bar0.9 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Good Taste Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Kebab Hut0.9 km
- Knights Hill Fish Bar0.9 km
- Maxin Fried Chicken0.4 km
- Morley's0.9 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
- Lidl0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hestia Housing \& Support0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Streatham1.0 km
- West Norwood1.0 km
- Streatham Station1.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SE270DU · Data under Open Government Licence