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Lambeth

About

Lambeth is a district in South London, located on the south bank of the River Thames. It is known for its mix of residential areas, cultural landmarks, and green spaces. The area includes notable sites such as the London Eye, the Southbank Centre, and the Imperial War Museum. Lambeth Palace, the official residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury, is also situated here. The district has strong transport links, with several Tube stations and rail connections.

The area features a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments. Brixton, part of Lambeth, is known for its market and music scene. Open spaces like Brockwell Park provide recreational opportunities. Lambeth has a varied demographic, with a blend of long-term residents and newcomers. The district balances urban development with historical character.

Area overview

On average Lambeth has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 142 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 33.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lambeth is £61,221 per year. There are 108 schools in Lambeth: 60 primary (17 Outstanding and 38 Good) and 18 secondary (4 Outstanding and 11 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

142

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

33.1%

Connectivity

7/10

Area Profile

Lambeth Population

317,654

Population density

11,839.1 per km²

Demographics

British

119,395

37.59%

Other White

46,872

14.76%

African

37,359

11.76%

Caribbean

28,991

9.13%

Other

15,397

4.85%

Total population: 317,650

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

39,228

29.13%

Owns with a mortgage

28,289

21%

Social rents from council

24,126

17.91%

Other social rented

21,117

15.68%

Owns outright

16,180

12.01%

Total households: 134,688

Property prices in Lambeth

Based on 3,167 recent sales, the median property price is £532,500 in Lambeth area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £11,193,728.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	34	£1,325,000	£568,175	£836,250	£1,740,000	£2,288,750
Flats	2,340	£465,000	£279,750	£376,000	£590,625	£812,150
Semi-Detached	165	£952,284	£544,000	£780,000	£1,432,500	£2,462,000
Terraced	628	£875,000	£491,750	£687,500	£1,153,163	£1,800,000

10 years price trend in Lambeth

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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