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Blackheath

About

Blackheath ward is located in the southeast London borough of Lewisham, bordering Greenwich to the east. The area is known for its open green spaces, including the expansive Blackheath Common, which hosts events and offers views of the London skyline. The ward features a mix of residential properties, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments, with a focus on family homes. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and pubs, particularly around Blackheath Village.

Transport links are strong, with Blackheath railway station providing direct services to central London and southeastern England. The area is also served by several bus routes. Blackheath is home to well-regarded schools and has a community-oriented atmosphere, with regular farmers' markets and cultural events. The ward's proximity to Greenwich Park and the Thames Path makes it popular for outdoor activities. Despite its relatively affluent character, it maintains a connection to Lewisham's broader urban context.

Area overview

On average Blackheath has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 129 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blackheath is £65,165 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.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
129
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
25.8%
Connectivity
7/10

All postcodes in Blackheath

SE137EG

Eliot Park

SE137PN

Blackheath Rise

SE137PU

Blackheath Rise

SE30TE

Wemyss Road

SE30UL

Baizdon Road

SE39DA

Lee Road

SE108DS

Sparta Street

SE135GF

Central Lewisham South

SE135EA

Blessington Road

SE135RY

Brandram Road

SE137DX

Granville Park

SE137PR

Princes Rise

SE30BJ

Blackheath Village

SE30QZ

Wat Tyler Road

SE30TL

Brigade Street

SE30UH

Baizdon Road

SE33FU

Blackheath Village

SE39LE

Blackheath Grove

SE39HB

Lock Chase

SE108FN

Parkside Avenue

SE135BJ

Belmont Park

SE135DJ

Dacre Place

SE135SA

Boone Street

SE137PZ

Lewisham Road

SE30UG

Baizdon Road

SE30XB

Nesbit Close

SE39TU

The Glebe

SE108FT

Blackheath West

SE135AW

Boyne Road

SE135BD

Blackheath West

SE135DT

Belmont Grove

SE135DW

Belmont Grove

SE135NS

Lee High Road

SE135SD

Boone Street

SE135SN

Dacre Park

SE30DQ

Blackheath Grove

SE30QD

Lloyd's Place

SE33FZ

Blackheath Village

SE37YS

Blackheath Grove

SE39HT

Foxwood Road

SE39RU

Lee Road

SE39UE

Hatcliffe Close

SE108LY

Blackheath West

SE135BA

Blackheath West

SE135BX

Dacre Park

SE135EB

Blessington Road

SE137EA

Granville Park

SE137EB

Eliot Hill

SE137PP

Princes Rise

SE30RX

Montpelier Row

SE30RL

Montpelier Row

SE30SW

Paragon Place

SE30TZ

Arlington Close

SE33FY

Blackheath Village

SE39LS

Prendergast Road

SE108AQ

Dartmouth Hill

SE108LG

Blackheath West

SE135AU

Blackheath West

SE135BB

Blackheath West

SE135DG

Quentin Road

SE135RP

Celestial Gardens

SE30BD

Tranquil Vale

SE30BN

Tranquil Vale

SE30RE

Aberdeen Terrace

SE30UN

Baizdon Road

SE33FF

Blackheath Grove

SE39DG

Lee Road

SE135DB

Belmont Park

SE108FY

Beechwood Place

SE135PQ

Boone Street

SE135TF

Boone Street

SE30TS

Southvale Road

SE30UP

Heath Lane

SE30XD

Perks Close

SE39HA

Lock Chase

SE39TD

Blackheath Village

SE39TG

The Glebe

SE108FZ

Silverwood Place

SE108GN

Hillside Avenue

SE135AP

Caterham Road

SE135AX

The Squirrels

SE135HE

Woodpecker Mews

SE30BU

Collins Street

SE30QR

Orchard Drive

SE30QU

The Orchard

SE30QX

Aberdeen Terrace

SE30TN

Royal Parade Mews

SE30TP

Baizdon Road

SE30UT

Heath Lane

SE39TN

Lee Park

SE39TQ

The Glebe

SE108GE

Beechwood Place

SE108PT

Parkside Avenue

SE135BP

Michaels Close

SE135DN

Blackheath West

SE135SG

Lee Church Street

SE137BP

Cornmill Lane

SE137EQ

St Austell Road

SE137EL

Lewisham Hill

SE39HU

Lee Park