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Borough & Bankside

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About

Borough & Bankside ward is located in the London Borough of Southwark, stretching along the southern bank of the River Thames. The area is known for its mix of historic landmarks and modern developments, including the iconic Borough Market and the Tate Modern. Its proximity to the City of London makes it a key commercial and cultural hub, with a blend of offices, retail spaces, and residential properties.

The ward features a network of narrow streets and riverside walkways, offering views of landmarks like the Shard and St Paul’s Cathedral. Southwark Cathedral and the Globe Theatre add to the area’s historical significance. Transport links are strong, with London Bridge station providing connections across the city. The ward’s mix of old and new creates a distinct urban character.

Area overview

On average Borough & Bankside has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 480 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Borough & Bankside is £64,770 per year. There are 5 schools in Borough & Bankside: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
480
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
31.3%
Connectivity
10/10

Area Profile

Borough & Bankside Population
9,013
Population density
8,885.1 per km²

Demographics

British
3,175
35.24%
Other White
1,850
20.53%
African
783
8.69%
Chinese
604
6.7%
Indian
370
4.11%
Total population: 9,010

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,520
37.02%
Other social rented
722
17.58%
Social rents from council
694
16.9%
Owns with a mortgage
500
12.18%
Owns outright
403
9.81%
Total households: 4,106

Property prices in Borough & Bankside

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £711,100 in Borough & Bankside area, with individual transactions ranging from £185,000 up to £3,100,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats108£711,100

10 years price trend in Borough & Bankside

All postcodes in Borough & Bankside

SE19EY

Upper Ground

SE19JW

Hopton Street
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.