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About

Blackheath ward is situated in the southeast of the Lewisham borough. It is largely defined by its extensive, historic heathland, a significant area of open grassland and woodland. This common land is a central feature for recreation. The residential areas surrounding the heath consist primarily of Victorian and Georgian terraced housing, contributing to a consistent architectural character. The local economy includes a mix of independent shops and restaurants clustered near the village centre.

The ward is notably home to the Royal Standard pub, a landmark dating back to the 17th century. The heath itself hosts large-scale events, including annual bonfire night displays. Transport connections are provided by the mainline railway station at Blackheath. The area also contains several well-regarded state primary and secondary schools. Allotment gardens are a common sight along the edges of the residential streets.

Area overview

On average Blackheath has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 154 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Blackheath is £79,656 per year. There are 6 schools in Blackheath: 4 primary (2 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity. Blackheath is home to around 16,429 people, with a population density of about 6,736.0 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
154
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
26.9%
Connectivity
7/10

Area Profile

Blackheath Population
16,429
Population density
6,736 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
59.83(+93%)
Anti-social behaviour
37.19(+38%)
Shoplifting
26.29(+163%)
Public order
19.3(+186%)
Other theft
16.43(+44%)
London average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,608
46.3%
Other White
2,280
13.88%
African
1,362
8.29%
Caribbean
1,146
6.97%
Other
502
3.06%
Total population: 16,431

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
7,927
58.2%
No qualifications
1,635
12%
Level 3 (A level)
1,575
11.56%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,105
8.11%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
774
5.68%
Total 16+ residents: 13,620

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,157
29.21%
Owns with a mortgage
1,654
22.4%
Owns outright
1,224
16.57%
Social rents from council
1,195
16.18%
Other social rented
858
11.62%
Total households: 7,385

Property prices in Blackheath

Based on 177 recent sales, the median property price is £478,000 in Blackheath area, with individual transactions ranging from £119,850 up to £3,450,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Blackheath 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 Blackheath over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£735,000
Flats128£444,500
Semi-Detached10£985,000
Terraced36£890,000

10 years median price trend in Blackheath

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

All postcodes in Blackheath

SE135AN

Boyne Road

SE135DU

Belmont Hall Court

SE135EW

John Woolley Close

SE135FY

Belmont Park

SE135SP

Dacre Park

SE135TB

Lownes Courtyard

SE30QL

Eliot Place

SE39HD

Lee Park

SE39HL

Lawnside

SE39HS

Heathlee Road

SE39XJ

Blackheath Grove

SE135JZ

Cornmill Lane

SE137BW

Blackheath

SE30BW

Tranquil Vale

SE135BQ

Boyne Road

SE135EJ

Mercator Road

SE135SF

Lee Church Street

SE135SQ

Dacre Park

SE30UA

Goffers Road

SE39SZ

Blackheath Village

SE135SL

Dacre Park

SE135PB

Manor Park Parade

SE137EH

The Hermitage

SE30XF

St Josephs Vale

SE39TH

Glebe Court

SE39UD

Blackheath

SE108AU

Greyladies Gardens

SE108EU

Blackheath Hill

SE108GD

Copperwood Place

SE135AQ

Cressingham Road

SE135AZ

Belmont Hill

SE135EE

Biscoe Way

SE135EN

Mercator Road

SE135EQ

Saxton Close

SE135JX

Lewisham High Street

SE135LB

Purelake Mews

SE30DG

Blackheath Grove

SE30QE

Lloyds Place

SE30RT

Montpelier Row

SE30RU

South Row

SE39TB

The Lawns

SE108GP

Beechwood Place

SE39SY

Lee Road

SE108FF

Blackheath Hill

SE108LT

Blackheath

SE135AT

Myron Place

SE135DQ

Quentin Road

SE135HD

Bridge Terrace

SE135LQ

Lee High Road

SE137EE

Oakcroft Road

SE30RS

Montpelier Row

SE30SP

Paragon Place

SE39HW

Heathlee Road

SE33FN

Blackheath

SE30TU

Blackheath Vale

SE30QB

Camden Row

SE135AH

Lockmead Road

SE137NT

Morden Hill

SE33EU

Blackheath Grove

SE135AJ

St Stephens Grove

SE135DP

Cedars Close

SE135DR

The Squirrels

SE135EG

Blessington Road

SE135FW

Blessington Road

SE135SJ

Boones Road

SE137PG

Walerand Road

SE30AU

Blackheath Grove

SE30DE

Spencer Yard

SE30QG

Grotes Buildings

SE39RT

Lee Road

SE108EL

Blackheath Hill

SE135BY

Eton Grove

SE135RT

Brandram Road

SE135SE

Boone Street

SE30SS

Birchmere Row

SE30TG

Wemyss Road

SE30TX

Blackheath Vale

SE30US

Heathfield Gardens

SE39LL

Lawn Terrace

SE39LN

Lawn Terrace

SE39UA

Haynes Close

SE135JQ

Kings Hall Mews

SE108FW

Parkside Avenue

SE39TL

St Joseph's Vale

SE30YL

Blackheath Grove

SE108AT

Dartmouth Grove

SE137EG

Eliot Park

SE137PN

Blackheath Rise

SE30TE

Wemyss Road

SE30UL

Baizdon Road

SE39DA

Lee Road

SE135FU

Blackheath

SE137PU

Blackheath Rise

SE108DS

Sparta Street

SE135EA

Brandram Road

SE135RY

Dacre Gardens

SE137DX

Granville Park

SE137PR

Princes Rise

SE30BJ

Tranquil Passage

SE30QZ

Wat Tyler Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.