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Greenwich Peninsula

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About

Greenwich Peninsula is a distinct ward within the Royal Borough of Greenwich, defined by its prominent position on a large meander of the River Thames. The area is dominated by modern residential towers and commercial developments, representing a significant regeneration project. Its geography is largely flat, with the river forming its western and northern boundaries, and it is connected to the Isle of Dogs via the Greenwich Foot Tunnel.

A central feature is The O2 arena, a major entertainment venue housed within the former Millennium Dome's distinctive white canopy. The Thames Path runs along the riverfront, providing views across the water. The area's layout includes the Peninsula Square public space and the Emirates Air Line cable car crossing to the Royal Docks.

Area overview

On average Greenwich Peninsula has average deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 185 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 1.4× the London average of 130 per 1,000. Approximately 15.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Greenwich Peninsula is £83,635 per year. There are 1 schools in Greenwich Peninsula: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in the area have average public transport connectivity. Greenwich Peninsula is home to around 11,417 people, with a population density of about 5,043.1 per km².

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
185
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
15.7%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Greenwich Peninsula Population
11,417
Population density
5,043.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
66.39(+114%)
Anti-social behaviour
42.48(+58%)
Shoplifting
32.76(+228%)
Other theft
28.64(+151%)
Vehicle crime
18.04(+93%)
London average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,193
27.97%
Other White
2,516
22.04%
African
1,128
9.88%
Indian
885
7.75%
Chinese
737
6.46%
Total population: 11,415

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
6,355
67.75%
Level 3 (A level)
1,067
11.38%
No qualifications
657
7%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
548
5.84%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
383
4.08%
Total 16+ residents: 9,380

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,882
37.4%
Owns with a mortgage
1,355
26.93%
Other social rented
854
16.97%
Owns outright
348
6.92%
Shared ownership
299
5.94%
Total households: 5,032

Property prices in Greenwich Peninsula

Median price£458,500
Price per sq ft£587
Sales (last 12 months)112
Typical range (middle 50%)£375K – £575K

Based on 112 recent sales, the median property price is £458,500 (about £587 per square foot) in Greenwich Peninsula area, with individual transactions ranging from £93,750 up to £1,134,800.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Greenwich Peninsula over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Terraced14£580,000£530
Flats98£450,000£596

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Greenwich Peninsula

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Greenwich Peninsula.
YearFlatsTerraced
2016£435,000£489,995
2017£526,250£540,000
2018£542,500£604,975
2019£570,000£636,500
2020£530,000£650,000
2021£545,000£590,000
2022£580,000£582,250
2023£599,250£607,500
2024£500,000£567,500
2025£470,000£520,000
2026£431,500£715,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Greenwich Peninsula.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Greenwich Peninsula.
YearFlatsTerraced
2016£662£498
2017£689£512
2018£641£538
2019£927£497
2020£687£524
2021£660£526
2022£724£501
2023£716£564
2024£706£550
2025£680£516
2026£590£587
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Greenwich Peninsula.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Greenwich Peninsula in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Greenwich district.

Band A£1,405
Band B£1,639
Band C£1,874
Band D£2,108
Band E£2,576
Band F£3,045
Band G£3,513
Band H£4,216

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Greenwich Peninsula ward.

Local councillors

Austin McGrath

Greenwich Peninsula - Elected 7 May 2026

Green Party

Claire Elaine Selby

Greenwich Peninsula - Elected 7 May 2026

Green Party

Denise Scott-McDonald

Greenwich Peninsula - Elected 7 May 2026

Labour and Co-operative Party

All postcodesin Greenwich Peninsula

SE100EW

Cutter Lane

SE108FQ

Horn Lane

SE100QS

Moseley Row

SE77AX

Bugsby's Way

SE100JR

Peartree Way

SE100WR

Greenwich Peninsula

SE100UN

Pilot Walk