SE27 0DZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Linton Grove, 0.4km from West Norwood in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Knight's Hill ward and the Dulwich and West Norwood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SE27 0DZ is a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £719k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE27 0DZ are sourced from Output Area E00015533 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LINTON GROVE, SE27 0DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINTON GROVE, SE27 0DZ.
204
40
£ 48,800 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE27 0DZ 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.
Area Character
SE27 0DZ has a significant social housing presence — 37% 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 0DZ. 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
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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 575,000
3 sales · Mean £ 581,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SE27 0DZ has low crime rates — 49 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Julian's School
The Norwood School
St Joseph's RC Infant School
St Joseph's RC Junior School
Crown Lane Primary School
Kingswood Primary School
Elm Wood School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
44 nearby- Superdrug0.9 km
- Afghan Stores0.6 km
- Blackbird Bakery0.8 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- MN Norwood Halal Butchers0.9 km
- + 39 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Horns Tavern0.5 km
- The Paxton0.9 km
- Knowles Of Norwood0.9 km
- The Bricklayers Arms0.8 km
- The Great North Wood0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Crown Kebab0.6 km
- La Cucina Di Daffy0.6 km
- Four Hundred Rabbits0.9 km
- Golden Bowl0.9 km
- O' Girasol0.8 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Co-operative Food0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Lidl1.0 km
- Iceland Foods0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Good Taste Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Ace Plaice0.9 km
- Kebab Hut0.5 km
- Knights Hill Fish Bar0.5 km
- Maxin Fried Chicken0.5 km
- + 25 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hestia Housing \& Support0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Norwood0.5 km
- Gipsy Hill1.2 km
- Tulse Hill1.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SE270DZ · Data under Open Government Licence