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Catford South

About

Catford South is a residential ward in the London Borough of Lewisham, located in the southeastern part of the city. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached houses, with some low-rise apartment blocks. Green spaces like Mountsfield Park provide recreational areas for residents, while local schools and community centers serve the neighborhood. The ward has good transport links, with Catford and Catford Bridge stations offering rail services into central London.

The area features a mix of independent shops and chain retailers, particularly along Brownhill Road and Stanstead Road. Catford South has a relatively quiet atmosphere compared to busier parts of Lewisham, with a focus on local amenities. The ward borders the River Ravensbourne to the west and includes parts of the Catford Town Centre redevelopment zone, which may bring changes to the area in the future.

Area overview

On average Catford South has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Catford South is £55,135 per year. There are 7 schools in Catford South: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
113
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
18.7%
Connectivity
5/10
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