SE28 0BT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from West Thamesmead in Greenwich. Administratively it sits within Plumstead & Glyndon ward and the Erith and Thamesmead constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SE28 0BT is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Greenwich. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 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 SE28 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00008330 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SE28 0BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE28 0BT.
189
44
£ 46,500 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE28 0BT 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
Social renting makes up 73% of tenure in SE28 0BT — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 44-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE28 0BT. The average age is 43.6. 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 SE28 0BT is moderate at 60 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
Conway Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Bannockburn Primary School
Heronsgate Primary School
Waterside School
South Rise Primary School
Gallions Mount Primary School
St Thomas A Becket Roman Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
48 nearby- 7 days Mini Market0.7 km
- Expo International Supermarket0.7 km
- john and biola foods0.3 km
- Kobis European Mini Market0.7 km
- Lakedale Service Station0.5 km
- + 43 more
Restaurant, Cafe
42 nearby- Grizzly Burgers Limited0.8 km
- tee's african cuisine0.7 km
- TIWA N TIWA0.5 km
- Dosa & Sambal Express0.4 km
- Brew Station0.4 km
- + 37 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Ades Limited0.7 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Poundland0.3 km
- Iceland0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Express Kebab House0.8 km
- Wendy's0.3 km
- Caloroso Pizza Woolwich0.5 km
- EVER FRESH INDIAN STREET FOOD0.4 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Plumstead Radical Club0.4 km
- The Belfry0.3 km
- St Patricks Social Club0.5 km
- The Rose Inn1.0 km
- The Volunteer0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plumstead0.6 km
- Woolwich Arsenal1.4 km
- Woolwich1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Plumstead Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SE280BT · Data under Open Government Licence