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Thamesmead East

About

Thamesmead East is a residential ward located in the London Borough of Bexley, situated along the southern bank of the River Thames. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, including post-war estates, modern developments, and some older terraced homes. Green spaces like Southmere Park and the Thames Path provide outdoor recreation, while local amenities cater to daily needs.

The ward has strong transport links, with Abbey Wood station offering Elizabeth line services, connecting residents to central London and beyond. Industrial zones near the river contrast with quieter residential streets, creating a varied landscape. Community facilities, including schools and a library, serve the population, reflecting the area's focus on practical living.

Area overview

On average Thamesmead East has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 44.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thamesmead East is £45,759 per year. There are 8 schools in Thamesmead East: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

102

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

4/10

Area Profile

Thamesmead East Population

15,926

Population density

3,720.4 per km²

Demographics

African

5,904

37.07%

British

4,804

30.17%

Other White

1,180

7.41%

Other Black

872

5.48%

Other Asian

479

3.01%

Total population: 15,925

Housing

Other social rented

2,011

35.24%

Owns with a mortgage

1,190

20.85%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,150

20.15%

Owns outright

732

12.83%

Social rents from council

466

8.17%

Total households: 5,707

Property prices in Thamesmead East

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £342,222 in Thamesmead East area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,800 up to £503,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Thamesmead East over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1	£445,000	£445,000	£445,000	£445,000	£445,000
Flats	15	£195,000	£158,740	£181,500	£237,000	£320,500
Semi-Detached	7	£360,000	£326,328	£350,000	£410,000	£490,100
Terraced	35	£353,000	£233,200	£278,500	£391,250	£465,000

10 years median price trend in Thamesmead East

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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