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New Cross South

England / London / Lewisham / New Cross South

About

New Cross South is a residential area in the London Borough of Lewisham, located southeast of New Cross Gate. The area is primarily made up of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, with some postwar housing estates. It is bordered by Telegraph Hill to the east and Deptford to the north, offering a mix of quiet streets and local amenities.

The area has good transport links, with New Cross Gate station providing Overground and National Rail services. Local schools, parks, and small businesses serve the community, while nearby Goldsmiths, University of London adds a student presence. New Cross South retains a neighbourhood feel, with pockets of green space like Fordham Park providing recreational areas.

Area overview

On average New Cross South has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 125 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 32.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in New Cross South is £51,800 per year. There are 5 schools in New Cross South: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
125
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
32.6%
Connectivity
9/10

Property prices in New Cross South

Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £465,000 in New Cross South area, with individual transactions ranging from £235,000 up to £1,750,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£1,097,500
Flats54£397,500
Semi-Detached3£820,000
Terraced24£820,152

10 years price trend in New Cross South

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Data Sources

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