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Dowgate

About

Dowgate ward is located in the southeastern part of the City of London, near the River Thames. It covers an area around Dowgate Hill and Cannon Street, with boundaries extending to Upper Thames Street. The ward is known for its mix of historic landmarks and modern office buildings, reflecting the City's blend of old and new. Key sites include the ancient Watermen’s Hall and the remains of the Roman-era London Wall.

The area is primarily commercial, with many financial and legal firms based here. Dowgate is well-connected, with Cannon Street station providing rail links, and several bus routes passing through. The ward also includes parts of the Thames Path, offering views of the river. Despite its business focus, Dowgate retains traces of its medieval past, with narrow lanes and historic street names.

Area overview

On average Dowgate has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 3841 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dowgate is £101,800 per year. On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
3841
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
1.1%
Connectivity
10/10

Property prices in Dowgate

Based on 1 recent sales, the median property price is £625,000 in Dowgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £625,000 up to £625,000.
By property type: flats at £625,000 no other property types are sold in Dowgate.

10 years price trend in Dowgate

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.