Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

SE6 1DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE6 1DS.

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Population

380

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 60,700 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SE6 1DS 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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7/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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8/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

60% of SE6 1DS's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. 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 1DS is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Catford in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Hither Green ward and the Lewisham East constituency.

For families considering a move, SE6 1DS represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 60% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SE6 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00016286 (shared with 5 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 1DS. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British40.3%
Asian / British Asian10.8%
Black / African / Caribbean34.2%
Other / Mixed14.7%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 43%
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)

SE6 1DS has low crime rates — 34 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 offences101
Anti-social behaviour80
Vehicle crime35
Other theft27
Criminal damage and arson22

school Local Schools

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Sandhurst Primary School

Good630 pupils0.3 km
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Torridon Primary School

Good635 pupils0.4 km
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Forster Park Primary School

Good418 pupils0.7 km
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Greenvale School

Outstanding173 pupils0.8 km
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Conisborough College

Requires Improvement850 pupils1.0 km
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Rushey Green Primary School

Good560 pupils1.1 km
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Baring Primary School

Good234 pupils1.1 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Outstanding239 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Verdant Fish & Grill1.0 km
  • New Delicious0.8 km
  • The Pizza Box0.6 km
  • Top Hut Pizza & Chicken0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • + 11 more
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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Cambelle Ltd0.7 km
  • Shell Service Station0.7 km
  • Selective Wine0.7 km
  • The Original Jamaican Jerk Centre0.8 km
  • Torridon Convenience Store0.2 km
  • + 17 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Min Albi0.6 km
  • Refugee Cafe0.2 km
  • Wanderlust Eatery0.5 km
  • Cakes & Bakes0.7 km
  • MONSOON0.6 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Cost Cutter0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hither Green1.4 km
  • Catford1.5 km
  • Lee1.5 km