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Rotherhithe

England / London / Southwark / Rotherhithe

About

Rotherhithe is a riverside ward in the London Borough of Southwark, situated on a peninsula along the south bank of the Thames. The area has a strong maritime history, linked to its former docks and shipbuilding past. Key landmarks include the Brunel Museum, housed in the engine room of the Thames Tunnel, and the historic Mayflower pub, which dates back to the 17th century. The Surrey Docks Farm offers a green space with farm animals and community gardens.

The ward features a mix of residential developments, including modern apartments and older terraced houses. Rotherhithe is well-connected by public transport, with the Overground providing links to central London. The Thames Path runs through the area, offering scenic walks along the river. Greenland Dock and Southwark Park provide additional open spaces for recreation. Rotherhithe retains a quiet, residential feel while being close to more bustling areas like Bermondsey and Canada Water.

Area overview

On average Rotherhithe has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 123 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 38.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rotherhithe is £65,480 per year. There are 5 schools in Rotherhithe: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
123
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
38.5%
Connectivity
8/10

Area Profile

Rotherhithe Population
15,626
Population density
11,071.2 per km²

Demographics

British
5,193
33.23%
Other White
3,161
20.23%
African
2,026
12.97%
Chinese
909
5.82%
Other
652
4.17%
Total population: 15,626

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
2,210
31.93%
Social rents from council
1,755
25.35%
Other social rented
983
14.2%
Owns with a mortgage
930
13.44%
Owns outright
647
9.35%
Total households: 6,922

Property prices in Rotherhithe

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £511,000 in Rotherhithe area, with individual transactions ranging from £138,000 up to £1,400,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats82£464,500
Semi-Detached3£732,500
Terraced23£800,000

10 years price trend in Rotherhithe

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Data Sources

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