Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

SE4 1BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE4 1BB.

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Population

333

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 69,500 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE4 1BB 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.

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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SE4 1BB's 68% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SE4 1BB is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Ladywell in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Crofton Park ward and the Lewisham, Deptford constituency.

For families considering a move, SE4 1BB represents a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SE4 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00016311 (shared with 6 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 SE4 1BB. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.1%
Asian / British Asian7.8%
Black / African / Caribbean16.2%
Other / Mixed9.9%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

SE4 1BB has low crime rates — 30 incidents 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 offences76
Anti-social behaviour40
Vehicle crime29
Other theft27
Burglary21

school Local Schools

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Prendergast Ladywell School

Good1273 pupils0.1 km
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Gordonbrock Primary School

Outstanding627 pupils0.4 km
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Stillness Infant School

Good289 pupils0.6 km
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Stillness Junior School

Good301 pupils0.6 km
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Holbeach Primary School

Good486 pupils0.7 km
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Beecroft Garden Primary

Good409 pupils0.8 km
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Prendergast School

Outstanding1007 pupils1.0 km
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St William of York Catholic Primary School

Good222 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

76 nearby
  • Donde0.9 km
  • Le Delice1.0 km
  • Chef Dom Taylor Kitchen0.9 km
  • Sapporo Ichiban0.9 km
  • Tai Won Mein Resturant1.0 km
  • + 71 more
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Retailers - Other

69 nearby
  • Crofton Park Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Jones of Brockley Limited0.6 km
  • Ladywell Supermarket0.9 km
  • Ladywell Village Fruit & Veg1.0 km
  • Londis0.7 km
  • + 64 more
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Takeaway Shop

49 nearby
  • CATCH INN0.9 km
  • Elsewhere0.6 km
  • KFC1.0 km
  • Pide Turkish Kitchen1.0 km
  • Brockley's Rock0.9 km
  • + 44 more
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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Royal British Legion0.7 km
  • Bottle Bar & Shop0.9 km
  • The Catford Bridge Tavern0.9 km
  • Catford Mews0.9 km
  • Stage Door Cafe0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Aldi Stores Limited1.0 km
  • Sainsburys Catford Station0.8 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Budgens0.6 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crofton Park0.6 km
  • Catford Bridge0.8 km
  • Catford Station0.8 km