Postcode Analysis Greenwich, London

WHINCHAT ROAD, SE28 0DZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHINCHAT ROAD, SE28 0DZ.

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Population

262

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 71% of tenure in SE28 0DZ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 40-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

SE28 0DZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Whinchat Road, 0.5km from Royal Arsenal West in Greenwich. Administratively it sits within West Thamesmead ward and the Greenwich and Woolwich constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SE28 0DZ is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Greenwich.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £153k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SE28 0DZ are sourced from Output Area E00008134 (shared with 4 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 SE28 0DZ. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British56.4%
Asian / British Asian8.3%
Black / African / Caribbean24.4%
Other / Mixed10.9%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 6%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 162,000

3 sales · Mean £ 160,666

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

Crime around SE28 0DZ is moderate at 62 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 offences187
Anti-social behaviour62
Criminal damage and arson41
Vehicle crime37
Public order28

school Local Schools

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Heronsgate Primary School

Outstanding800 pupils0.0 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Good340 pupils0.7 km
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Waterside School

Good25 pupils0.8 km
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Conway Primary School

Good454 pupils0.8 km
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South Rise Primary School

Good619 pupils0.9 km
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Foxfield Primary School

Outstanding676 pupils0.9 km
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Discovery Primary School

Good642 pupils1.1 km
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Bannockburn Primary School

Outstanding846 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

57 nearby
  • Alpharm Chemist0.9 km
  • Astra Food & Wine0.8 km
  • Dadoo's Foodstore0.9 km
  • Euro express0.9 km
  • Everest Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • + 52 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

43 nearby
  • Dosa & Sambal Express0.9 km
  • Brew Station0.5 km
  • Danfe Restaurant0.6 km
  • Fusion0.5 km
  • Kebabish0.8 km
  • + 38 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Plumstead Radical Club0.5 km
  • The Belfry0.9 km
  • SALT WOOLWICH0.8 km
  • St Patricks Social Club0.8 km
  • Dial Arch0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Poundland0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

33 nearby
  • Caloroso Pizza Woolwich0.7 km
  • EVER FRESH INDIAN STREET FOOD0.9 km
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • Plumstead suya spot0.7 km
  • Sushi Kitchen & Pizzeria Italiana0.7 km
  • + 28 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plumstead0.5 km
  • Woolwich Arsenal1.0 km
  • Woolwich1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Plumstead Rail Station0.5 km