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Bermondsey East

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About

Bermondsey East is a residential and industrial area in Southwark, located southeast of central London. The area is known for its mix of housing estates, warehouses, and light industrial units. It sits near major transport links, including the Overground and National Rail services at Surrey Quays station. The Thames Path runs along the northern edge, offering views of the river and connections to nearby Rotherhithe and Deptford.

The area has a practical character, with a focus on local amenities and small businesses. Supermarkets, takeaways, and independent shops serve the community, while green spaces like Southwark Park provide recreation. Industrial sites coexist with residential streets, reflecting the area's working-class history. Bermondsey East remains less developed than neighboring areas, retaining an unpolished, functional atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Bermondsey East has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 154 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 44.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bermondsey East is £60,400 per year. There are 7 schools in Bermondsey East: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
154
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
44.4%
Connectivity
6/10

Area Profile

Bermondsey East Population
11,896
Population density
17,338.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,320
36.32%
Other White
1,891
15.9%
African
1,869
15.71%
Other
497
4.18%
Caribbean
425
3.57%
Total population: 11,895

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,560
28.93%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,330
24.66%
Other social rented
887
16.45%
Owns with a mortgage
763
14.15%
Owns outright
381
7.06%
Total households: 5,393

Property prices in Bermondsey East

Based on 82 recent sales, the median property price is £498,000 in Bermondsey East area, with individual transactions ranging from £141,000 up to £1,435,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bermondsey East in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bermondsey East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats75£443,650
Semi-Detached2£901,000
Terraced5£992,000

10 years median price trend in Bermondsey East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bermondsey East.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.