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Upper Sydenham

About

Upper Sydenham is a residential area in the London Borough of Lewisham, situated between Sydenham and Forest Hill. The area is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian houses, with tree-lined streets creating a quiet, suburban atmosphere. Local amenities include small shops, cafes, and pubs, catering primarily to residents. Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood are nearby, offering green spaces and walking trails.

Transport links are convenient, with Sydenham Overground station providing access to central London. The area has a community-focused feel, with local schools and parks like Mayow Park serving as gathering spots. While less bustling than neighbouring Forest Hill, Upper Sydenham maintains a balance of accessibility and residential calm. The area appeals to families and professionals seeking a quieter base within easy reach of the city.

Area overview

On average Upper Sydenham has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Upper Sydenham is £56,400 per year. There are 4 schools in Upper Sydenham: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 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

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

6/10

Area Profile

Upper Sydenham Population

7,035

Population density

9,170 per km²

Demographics

British

2,868

40.76%

African

870

12.36%

Other White

837

11.9%

Caribbean

649

9.22%

Other

295

4.19%

Total population: 7,036

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

834

28.63%

Private landlord or letting agency

571

19.6%

Other social rented

491

16.86%

Owns outright

459

15.76%

Social rents from council

430

14.76%

Total households: 2,913

Property prices in Upper Sydenham

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £476,250 in Upper Sydenham area, with individual transactions ranging from £190,000 up to £1,900,001.

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 Upper Sydenham over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£1,265,001	£693,500	£947,500	£1,582,501	£1,836,501
Flats	46	£357,500	£264,000	£301,375	£423,125	£563,750
Semi-Detached	12	£850,000	£575,000	£729,125	£890,250	£967,000
Terraced	26	£666,000	£472,500	£526,300	£718,750	£793,531

10 years median price trend in Upper Sydenham

All postcodes in Upper Sydenham

SE266BB

Kelvin Grove

SE264BL

Charlecote Grove

SE264BY

Derby Hill Crescent

SE264QZ

Upper Sydenham

SE264RF

Round Hill

SE266RR

Exeter Place

SE233YJ

Upper Sydenham

SE264BP

Upper Sydenham

SE264DS

Longfield Crescent

SE233YW

Shackleton Close

SE264QX

Willow Way

SE266JT

Springfield Rise

SE266TT

Exeter Place

SE233UR

Upper Sydenham

SE264DY

Sydenham Park Road

SE264FA

Upper Sydenham

SE264NJ

Upper Sydenham

SE266TJ

Canbury Mews

SE233JG

Boundfield Road

SE233YN

Featherstone Avenue

SE264NA

Otto Close

SE266JX

Fransfield Grove

SE264RP

Upper Sydenham

SE266TR

Exeter Place

SE233YL

Derby Hill

SE264BZ

Radlet Avenue

SE264NQ

Upper Sydenham

SE264RB

Charlecote Grove

SE266JB

Wells Park Road

SE266JH

Mill Gardens

SE266LS

Exeter Place

SE233BA

Clyde Terrace

SE233XN

Tarleton Gardens

SE264RG

Round Hill

SE266AL

Exeter Place

SE266AP

Exeter Place

SE233TZ

King Garth Mews

SE233UP

Taymount Rise

SE264BJ

Charlecote Grove

SE264DW

Blythe Hill

SE264QJ

Sydenham Park

SE264QY

Upper Sydenham

SE264RA

Cheseman Street

SE266TN

Droitwich Close

SE233HS

Dartmouth Place

SE233UL

Taymount Rise

SE266AN

Exeter Place

SE233XD

Eliot Bank

SE233XQ

Knapdale Close

SE233YE

Upper Sydenham

SE233YG

Torcross Drive

SE264BB

Willow Way

SE266JS

Rosamond Street

SE233UX

Forestholme Close

SE264BT

Hassocks Close

SE264NG

Mount Gardens

SE266AQ

Exeter Place

SE266JA

Halifax Street

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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