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New Eltham

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About

New Eltham is a residential area in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, located in southeast London. It is situated between Eltham and Mottingham, offering a mix of suburban housing and local amenities. The area is well-connected by public transport, with New Eltham railway station providing direct links to London Bridge and Charing Cross. Green spaces like Avery Hill Park and Eltham Common provide recreational opportunities for residents.

The area has a range of shops, cafes, and schools, catering to everyday needs. New Eltham retains a quieter, community-focused atmosphere compared to busier parts of London. Its proximity to larger hubs like Eltham and Sidcup adds convenience while maintaining a more relaxed pace. The area appeals to families and commuters seeking a balance between accessibility and suburban living.

Area overview

On average New Eltham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in New Eltham is £60,400 per year. There are 1 schools in New Eltham: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
12.2%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

New Eltham Population
6,430
Population density
4,977.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,280
66.56%
Other White
534
8.3%
African
319
4.96%
Indian
216
3.36%
Other
200
3.11%
Total population: 6,430

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
966
39.46%
Owns outright
853
34.84%
Private landlord or letting agency
273
11.15%
Social rents from council
203
8.29%
Other social rented
89
3.64%
Total households: 2,448

Property prices in New Eltham

Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £550,000 in New Eltham area, with individual transactions ranging from £189,000 up to £877,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for New Eltham in the 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 New Eltham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£580,000
Flats20£307,500
Semi-Detached33£570,000
Terraced15£600,000

10 years median price trend in New Eltham

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in New Eltham.

Data Sources

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