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Forster Park & Southend

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About

Forster Park is a green space in Lewisham, offering a mix of open fields, playgrounds, and wooded areas. The park is used for sports, picnics, and casual walks, with facilities including a basketball court and a children’s play area. It provides a quiet retreat from the surrounding urban environment, with mature trees and seasonal wildflowers adding natural variety.

The Southend area, adjacent to Forster Park, is a residential neighborhood with a mix of housing types, from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Local amenities include shops, cafes, and schools, catering to everyday needs. The area is well-connected by public transport, with nearby train stations linking it to central London and other parts of Lewisham. The combination of parkland and residential streets creates a balanced, functional community space.

Area overview

On average Forster Park & Southend has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 98 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Forster Park & Southend is £48,000 per year. There are 6 schools in Forster Park & Southend: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 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

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

36.7%

Connectivity

4/10

Property prices in Forster Park & Southend

Based on 29 recent sales, the median property price is £475,000 in Forster Park & Southend area, with individual transactions ranging from £195,000 up to £667,000.

By property type (last year):

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	6	£258,500	£205,750	£238,500	£305,500	£352,500
Semi-Detached	15	£525,000	£424,400	£454,500	£571,000	£614,850
Terraced	8	£482,500	£397,000	£425,000	£504,000	£519,750

10 years price trend in Forster Park & Southend

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail