How deprived is Downham West?

Deprivation score 8/10 (rank 6431 of 32844 in country).

What's the average income in Downham West?

Average resident income is about £45,300 per year.

What's the Downham West population and density?

Downham West population is 7,968 with density 5521.8 per km².

How safe is Downham West?

Crime level in Downham West is moderate with about 104 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How much social housing is near Downham West?

About 37.5% across the Downham West area.

What are house prices in Downham West?

Based on 45 recent sales, the median price is £395,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What home types are most common in Downham West?

Housing mix: terraced 42.1%, purpose-built flat 28.4%.

How many households are in Downham West?

There are 3,126 households in Downham West

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Q: What schools in Downham West and how are they rated?

There are 1 schools in Downham West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / London / Lewisham / Downham West

About

Downham West is a residential area in the London Borough of Lewisham, located south of Bromley and east of Beckenham. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes built in the early to mid-20th century. Green spaces like Downham Fields and the River Ravensbourne provide open areas for recreation and walking.

The area has local amenities including shops, schools, and community centers, catering to everyday needs. Transport links include bus routes connecting to nearby train stations such as Beckenham Junction and Bromley South. Downham West retains a quiet, neighborhood feel while being within reach of larger commercial hubs.

Area overview

On average Downham West has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 104 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Downham West is £45,300 per year. There are 1 schools in Downham West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

104

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

1/10

Social housing

37.5%

Connectivity

4/10

Area Profile

Downham West Population

7,968

Population density

5,521.8 per km²

Demographics

British

3,081

38.68%

African

917

11.51%

Caribbean

898

11.27%

Other White

795

9.98%

Other Asian

424

5.32%

Total population: 7,966

Housing

Other social rented

863

27.61%

Owns with a mortgage

845

27.03%

Owns outright

597

19.1%

Private landlord or letting agency

470

15.04%

Social rents from council

262

8.38%

Total households: 3,126

Property prices in Downham West

Based on 45 recent sales, the median property price is £395,000 in Downham West area, with individual transactions ranging from £228,500 up to £810,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	9	£260,000	£229,100	£235,000	£287,500	£315,000
Semi-Detached	5	£460,000	£431,400	£457,000	£550,000	£734,000
Terraced	31	£400,000	£300,000	£373,750	£460,000	£603,000

10 years price trend in Downham West

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/10/2025.

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