SE3 0BN is a mixed residential area on Tranquil Vale, 0.3km from Blackheath Vale in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Blackheath ward and the Lewisham East constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (57% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £440k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE3 0BN are sourced from Output Area E00016171 (shared with 96 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TRANQUIL VALE, SE3 0BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TRANQUIL VALE, SE3 0BN.
257
38
£ 67,200 /yr
74%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE3 0BN 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
At 71% private renter occupancy, SE3 0BN is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 38).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE3 0BN. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 545,000
2 sales · Mean £ 545,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE3 0BN is moderate at 64 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
John Ball Primary School
All Saints' Church of England Primary School Blackheath
St Matthew Academy
St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School
Brooklands Primary School
Wingfield Primary School
Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham
The John Roan School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
42 nearby- COOK0.3 km
- Buddha Taste0.1 km
- Cote Brasserie0.0 km
- Cote Restaurants LTD0.0 km
- Ess Support Services0.9 km
- + 37 more
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Cocktails By Mail, Wine & Such0.9 km
- Our Sommelier Ltd0.0 km
- BP SFC1.0 km
- Shepherd Foods0.2 km
- John Charles Butchers0.2 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Hare & Billet0.3 km
- The Crown (Blackheath)0.0 km
- O'Neills0.1 km
- Princess of Wales0.2 km
- The Elements Bar0.9 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Whitehouse Cafe/Benugo0.7 km
- Maples0.8 km
- Rowdy Burgers and Desserts1.0 km
- Sisimi Taste Goodness0.8 km
- Blackheath Desserts/Village Burger & Desserts0.1 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Clarendon Hotel0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blackheath0.2 km
- Lewisham1.5 km
- Kidbrooke1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Blackheath Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SE30BN · Data under Open Government Licence