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Downham

About

Downham ward is located in the southeastern part of Lewisham, bordering Bromley. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including interwar semis-detached homes, terraced houses, and some modern developments. Green spaces like Downham Fields and the River Ravensbourne provide open areas for recreation. The ward has good transport links, with nearby Grove Park station offering rail services into central London.

Local amenities include a shopping parade on Bromley Road, featuring supermarkets, independent shops, and takeaways. Downham Health Centre serves the community's healthcare needs. The area has several primary schools and is close to secondary schools in neighboring wards. While quieter than central Lewisham, Downham maintains a suburban feel with easy access to both urban and green spaces.

Area overview

On average Downham has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 38.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Downham is £45,152 per year. There are 8 schools in Downham: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
106
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
38.3%
Connectivity
4/10
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