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Beckenham Hill

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About

Beckenham Hill is a residential area in the London Borough of Lewisham, located south of Catford and north of Beckenham. The area is characterised by quiet streets lined with Victorian and Edwardian houses, along with some mid-20th-century developments. Beckenham Hill railway station provides direct links to central London, making it a practical choice for commuters. Nearby green spaces, such as Beckenham Place Park, offer walking trails, a golf course, and woodland areas.

The area has a mix of local shops, cafes, and pubs, with larger retail options available in nearby Catford and Bromley. Schools in the vicinity include primary and secondary options, catering to families. While predominantly residential, Beckenham Hill retains a sense of community with occasional local events. Its location balances accessibility to London with a quieter suburban atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Beckenham Hill has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 50.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Beckenham Hill is £42,900 per year. There are 5 schools in Beckenham Hill: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
112
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
50.6%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

Beckenham Hill Population
7,537
Population density
4,353.3 per km²

Demographics

British
2,124
28.18%
African
1,362
18.07%
Caribbean
1,099
14.58%
Other White
711
9.43%
Other Black
428
5.68%
Total population: 7,537

Housing

Other social rented
898
29.5%
Private landlord or letting agency
578
18.99%
Social rents from council
557
18.3%
Owns with a mortgage
552
18.13%
Owns outright
309
10.15%
Total households: 3,044

Property prices in Beckenham Hill

Based on 31 recent sales, the median property price is £365,000 in Beckenham Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £240,000 up to £587,600.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats14£324,500
Semi-Detached4£370,000
Terraced13£460,000

10 years price trend in Beckenham Hill

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/10/2025.