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Nunhead South & Newlands

About

Nunhead South & Newlands is a residential area in the London Borough of Southwark, located southeast of Peckham and north of Honor Oak. The area is characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, with pockets of post-war housing estates. Nunhead Cemetery, a historic green space, borders the neighbourhood to the north, providing woodland walks and wildlife habitats. Local amenities include small independent shops, cafes, and pubs along Nunhead Lane and Evelina Road.

The area has good transport links, with Nunhead railway station offering services to central London and Kent. Schools such as Ivydale Primary and The St Thomas the Apostle College serve the community. Newlands Park provides recreational space, while nearby Peckham Rye Park offers larger green areas. The neighbourhood retains a quiet, suburban feel despite its proximity to busier areas like Peckham and Lewisham.

Area overview

On average Nunhead South & Newlands has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Nunhead South & Newlands is £63,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Nunhead South & Newlands: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
49
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
25.9%
Connectivity
4/10
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