Southwark is a district in central London, located on the south bank of the River Thames. It is known for its mix of historic landmarks and modern developments, including the Shard, one of the tallest buildings in Europe. The area has strong connections to London’s history, with sites like Borough Market, one of the oldest food markets in the city, and the Globe Theatre, a reconstruction of Shakespeare’s original playhouse.
The district is well-connected, with several major transport links such as London Bridge station. Southwark also features green spaces like Burgess Park and the riverside walkways along the Thames. The area has a range of cultural institutions, including Tate Modern and the Southbank Centre, which attract visitors and locals alike. Residential and commercial spaces coexist, making it a busy part of the city.
On average Southwark has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 146 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 34.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southwark is £59,628 per year. There are 125 schools in Southwark: 72 primary (14 Outstanding and 50 Good) and 20 secondary (7 Outstanding and 11 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.
Based on 2,641 recent sales, the median property price is £540,000 in Southwark area, with individual transactions ranging from £98,750 up to £7,000,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 34 | £1,758,889 |
| Flats | 1,992 | £470,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 107 | £1,255,000 |
| Terraced | 508 | £877,750 |
10 years price trend in Southwark
Borough & Bankside
Camberwell Green
Champion Hill
Chaucer
Dulwich Hill
Dulwich Village
Dulwich Wood
Faraday
Goose Green
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Newington
North Bermondsey
North Walworth
Nunhead & Queen's Road
Old Kent Road
Peckham
Peckham Rye
Rotherhithe
Rye Lane
South Bermondsey
St George's
St Giles
Surrey Docks
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.