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Greenwich East

About

Greenwich East is a residential area located in the southeastern part of Greenwich, London. It is bordered by the River Thames to the north and features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces and modern developments. The area is known for its proximity to Greenwich Park and the Royal Observatory, offering easy access to green spaces and historic landmarks.

Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and pubs along Trafalgar Road and Woolwich Road. Public transport links are convenient, with Maze Hill and Westcombe Park railway stations serving the area. Greenwich East retains a quieter, community-focused atmosphere compared to the busier central Greenwich area.

Area overview

On average Greenwich East has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 105 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Greenwich East is £55,300 per year. There are 5 schools in Greenwich East: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

105

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

7/10

Area Profile

Greenwich East Population

9,846

Population density

11,345.9 per km²

Demographics

British

4,405

44.72%

Other White

1,781

18.08%

African

816

8.28%

Indian

361

3.66%

Chinese

335

3.4%

Total population: 9,850

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,335

31.58%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,218

28.81%

Owns outright

522

12.35%

Other social rented

512

12.11%

Social rents from council

397

9.39%

Total households: 4,227

Property prices in Greenwich East

Based on 119 recent sales, the median property price is £555,000 in Greenwich East area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,500 up to £1,450,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Greenwich East over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	59	£402,500	£118,000	£335,000	£472,500	£602,500
Semi-Detached	4	£729,250	£568,150	£640,750	£861,875	£1,040,375
Terraced	56	£733,750	£444,000	£623,750	£830,750	£1,122,750

10 years median price trend in Greenwich East

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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