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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

SE30TL

Royal Parade

SE30UH

Baizdon Road

SE39HB

Lock Chase

SE39LE

Blackheath Village

SE33FU

Blackheath

SE108FN

Parkside Avenue

SE135BJ

Belmont Park

SE135DJ

Dacre Place

SE135SA

Boone Street

SE137PZ

Lewisham Road

SE30UG

Collins Street

SE30XB

Nesbitt Close

SE39TU

The Glebe

SE108FT

Whitebeam Way

SE135AW

Boyne Road

SE135BD

Belmont Hill

SE135DT

Belmont Grove

SE135DW

Belmont Grove

SE135NS

Lee High Road

SE135SD

Boone Street

SE135SN

Dacre Park

SE30DQ

Blackheath Grove

SE30QD

Lloyds Place

SE39HT

Foxwood Road

SE39RU

Lee Road

SE39UE

Hatcliffe Close

SE37YS

Blackheath Grove

SE33FZ

Blackheath

SE108LY

Juniper Crescent

SE135BA

Belmont Hill

SE135BX

Dacre Park

SE135EB

Blessington Road

SE137EA

Granville Park

SE137EB

Eliot Hill

SE137PP

Princes Rise

SE30RL

Montpelier Row

SE30RX

South Row

SE30SW

Ryculff Square

SE30TZ

Talbot Place

SE39LS

Prendergast Road

SE33FY

Blackheath

SE108AQ

Dartmouth Hill

SE108LG

Juniper Crescent

SE135AU

Belmont Hill

SE135BB

Belmont Hill

SE135DG

Quentin Road

SE135RP

Celestial Gardens

SE30BD

Tranquil Vale

SE30BN

Tranquil Vale

SE30RE

Cardigan Place

SE30UN

Baizdon Road

SE39DG

Lee Road

SE33FF

Blackheath Grove

SE39DF

Sims Walk

SE33FX

Blackheath

SE30TF

Wemyss Road

SE33ES

Blackheath Grove

SE39HJ

Arne Walk

SE135SH

Dacre Park

SE135DB

Belmont Park

SE135PQ

Lee High Road

SE135TF

Boone Street

SE30UP

The Meadway

SE30XD

Perks Close

SE39HA

Lock Chase

SE39TD

The Lawns

SE39TG

The Glebe

SE108FY

Beechwood Place

SE30TS

Southvale Road

SE135GF

Blackheath

SE135AP

Caterham Road

SE135AX

Belmont Hill

SE30BU

Tranquil Vale

SE30QR

North Several

SE30QU

The Orchard

SE30QX

Aberdeen Terrace

SE30TP

Southvale Road

SE30UT

Heath Lane

SE39TN

Lee Park

SE39TQ

The Glebe

SE135HE

Woodpecker Mews

SE30TN

Royal Parade Mews

SE108FZ

Silverwood Place

SE108GN

Hillside Avenue

SE108GE

Larkwood Avenue

SE135BP

Michaels Close

SE135DN

Belmont Hill

SE135SG

Lee Church Street

SE137EL

Lewisham Hill

SE137EQ

St Austell Road

SE30QW

Eliot Place

SE30RY

South Row

SE30XQ

St Josephs Vale

SE39HQ

Lee Park

SE39HU

Lee Park

SE30RN

Lynch Close

SE108PT

Parkside Avenue

SE137BP

Cornmill Lane

SE108HF

Whitebeam Way

SE135AS

Granville Grove

Data Sources

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