SE6 1DX is a mixed residential area on Thornsbeach Road, 0.2km from Catford in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Catford South ward and the Lewisham East constituency.
The people who live in SE6 1DX are typical of 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £473k, up 21.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SE6 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00016289 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THORNSBEACH ROAD, SE6 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNSBEACH ROAD, SE6 1DX.
309
37
£ 58,700 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE6 1DX 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
59% of SE6 1DX's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Average age 37 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending up 21.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE6 1DX. The average age is 36.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 293,000
7 sales · Mean £ 320,857
Semi-Detached
£ 830,000
1 sales · Mean £ 830,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE6 1DX is moderate at 67 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.
school Local Schools
Rushey Green Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Conisborough College
Torridon Primary School
Sandhurst Primary School
Holbeach Primary School
Athelney Primary School
Brindishe Green School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
68 nearby- Blendstar0.3 km
- Foodcycle Lewisham0.9 km
- Good Food0.3 km
- Lily White Restaurant0.2 km
- Mountsfield Park Cafe0.9 km
- + 63 more
Takeaway Shop
48 nearby- Bellingham Bowling Club0.8 km
- Ocean Bar0.4 km
- Sangley Fish & Kebab House0.2 km
- China Express0.8 km
- Jerk Scene0.3 km
- + 43 more
Retailers - Other
73 nearby- Sandhurst Supermarket0.3 km
- TVS Retail Ltd (Londis)0.9 km
- Seven Stars1.0 km
- Seoulfood0.4 km
- Esso Service Station0.7 km
- + 68 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Cost Cutter1.0 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- Tesco's1.0 km
- Sainsburys Catford Station0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The London & Rye0.7 km
- Bottle Bar & Shop0.7 km
- The Catford Bridge Tavern0.8 km
- Catford Mews0.7 km
- Silks0.5 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Catford0.6 km
- Catford Station0.9 km
- Bellingham1.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SE61DX · Data under Open Government Licence