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About

Sidcup is a residential ward located in the London Borough of Bexley, in the southeastern outskirts of the city. The area is known for its mix of suburban housing, green spaces, and local amenities. Sidcup High Street serves as the commercial hub, offering shops, cafes, and restaurants, while the nearby Queen Mary’s Hospital provides healthcare services. The ward is well-connected by public transport, with Sidcup railway station offering direct links to central London.

The area features several parks and open spaces, including Sidcup Place and Lamorbey Park, which provide recreational opportunities for residents. Housing in Sidcup ranges from detached and semi-detached homes to smaller terraced properties, catering to a variety of lifestyles. Schools such as Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School contribute to the ward’s appeal for families. Sidcup maintains a balance between urban convenience and a quieter suburban atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Sidcup has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sidcup is £51,487 per year. There are 9 schools in Sidcup: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
83
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
16.1%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Sidcup Population
15,421
Population density
3,864.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
11,578
75.08%
Other White
844
5.47%
African
565
3.66%
Indian
477
3.09%
Other
234
1.52%
Total population: 15,420

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,170
33.19%
Owns with a mortgage
1,953
29.87%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,133
17.33%
Other social rented
892
13.64%
Shared ownership
147
2.25%
Total households: 6,538

Property prices in Sidcup

Based on 213 recent sales, the median property price is £415,000 in Sidcup area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,500 up to £1,500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Sidcup 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 Sidcup over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£775,000
Flats95£270,000
Semi-Detached62£596,750
Terraced39£450,000

10 years median price trend in Sidcup

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

Data Sources

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