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Telegraph Hill

England / London / Lewisham / Telegraph Hill

About

Telegraph Hill ward is located in the London Borough of Lewisham, covering the area around Telegraph Hill Park. The park is a central feature, offering green space, a playground, and views across London. The ward includes residential streets with a mix of Victorian and Edwardian houses, as well as some modern developments.

Local amenities include shops, cafes, and pubs along Kitto Road and Nunhead Lane. The area has good transport links, with Nunhead and New Cross Gate stations providing rail services. Telegraph Hill is home to a community-focused atmosphere, with events like the annual Telegraph Hill Festival bringing residents together. Schools and community centres contribute to the ward's family-friendly character.

Area overview

On average Telegraph Hill has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 78 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 40.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Telegraph Hill is £56,676 per year. There are 7 schools in Telegraph Hill: 5 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
78
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
40.5%
Connectivity
7/10

Property prices in Telegraph Hill

Based on 140 recent sales, the median property price is £521,500 in Telegraph Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £127,750 up to £1,773,200.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Flats85£445,000
Semi-Detached15£875,000
Terraced40£870,000

10 years price trend in Telegraph Hill

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.