Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

BURLEIGH WALK, SE6 1BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURLEIGH WALK, SE6 1BA.

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Population

370

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 58,700 /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: SE6 1BA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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4/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines SE6 1BA — 54% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

SE6 1BA is a safe, established residential area on Burleigh Walk, 0.2km from Catford in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Catford South ward and the Lewisham East constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 43% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £395k.

Census 2021 statistics for SE6 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00016288 (shared with 10 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 SE6 1BA. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British45.5%
Asian / British Asian13.1%
Black / African / Caribbean27.5%
Other / Mixed13.9%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 475,000

1 sales · Mean £ 475,000

Flat

£ 315,000

1 sales · Mean £ 315,000

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

Crime around SE6 1BA is moderate at 50 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 offences172
Anti-social behaviour126
Vehicle crime50
Other theft33
Criminal damage and arson32

school Local Schools

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Rushey Green Primary School

Good560 pupils0.5 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Outstanding239 pupils0.5 km
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Torridon Primary School

Good635 pupils0.7 km
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Sandhurst Primary School

Good630 pupils0.7 km
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Conisborough College

Requires Improvement850 pupils0.8 km
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Brindishe Green School

Outstanding659 pupils1.2 km
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Greenvale School

Outstanding173 pupils1.2 km
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Forster Park Primary School

Good418 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

63 nearby
  • Sandhurst Supermarket0.1 km
  • TVS Retail Ltd (Londis)0.7 km
  • Seoulfood0.7 km
  • Hither Green Supermarket1.0 km
  • Esso Service Station0.5 km
  • + 58 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

59 nearby
  • Barvvs0.5 km
  • Cafe and off site catering0.6 km
  • Caffe Tessoro0.1 km
  • Cool Breeze1.0 km
  • Last Outpost1.0 km
  • + 54 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Cost Cutter0.7 km
  • Iceland1.0 km
  • Co-op0.2 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

37 nearby
  • China Express0.6 km
  • Jerk Scene0.1 km
  • Morleys0.2 km
  • Perfect Chicken & Peri Peri Ltd1.0 km
  • The Pizza Box0.6 km
  • + 32 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Catford Fairytop1.0 km
  • Catford Mews1.0 km
  • Silks0.8 km
  • Stage Door Cafe1.0 km
  • The London & Rye0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Catford0.9 km
  • Bellingham1.1 km
  • Catford Station1.2 km