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Northcote

England / London / Wandsworth / Northcote

About

Northcote ward is located in the London Borough of Wandsworth, covering a residential area near Clapham Junction. The ward includes parts of Battersea and is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian housing. Clapham Common and Wandsworth Common are both within easy reach, offering green spaces for recreation. The area is well-connected by public transport, with Clapham Junction station providing rail and Overground services.

Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and pubs along Northcote Road, which runs through the heart of the ward. The area has a range of schools and community facilities, catering to families and long-term residents. Northcote ward has a balanced demographic, with a mix of young professionals and established households. The housing stock varies from period conversions to modern developments, reflecting the ward's gradual evolution.

Area overview

On average Northcote has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Northcote is £96,407 per year. There are 7 schools in Northcote: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
73
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
8.5%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Northcote Population
12,863
Population density
8,993.2 per km²

Demographics

British
7,704
59.89%
Other White
2,627
20.42%
White and Asian (mixed)
339
2.64%
Irish
319
2.48%
Indian
262
2.04%
Total population: 12,863

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,685
36.57%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,241
26.94%
Owns outright
1,176
25.53%
Other social rented
241
5.23%
Social rents from council
140
3.04%
Total households: 4,607

Property prices in Northcote

Based on 149 recent sales, the median property price is £1,190,000 in Northcote area, with individual transactions ranging from £171,253 up to £3,600,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£3,188,750
Flats71£800,000
Semi-Detached8£2,637,500
Terraced68£1,752,500

10 years price trend in Northcote

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Data Sources

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