How deprived is West Dulwich?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 12284 of 32844 in country).

What are prices by property type in West Dulwich?

Latest medians: Detached £1,560,000, Semi-detached £1,644,998, Terraced £850,000, Flats £480,000.

What are house prices in West Dulwich?

Based on 100 recent sales, the median price is £542,500.

What home types are most common in West Dulwich?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 33.8%, converted/shared house (inc hmo) 27.4%.

What's the average income in West Dulwich?

Average resident income is about £62,700 per year.

How safe is West Dulwich?

Crime level in West Dulwich is moderate with about 96 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What's the West Dulwich population and density?

West Dulwich population is 9,809 with density 9047.2 per km².

How much social housing is near West Dulwich?

About 35.2% across the West Dulwich area.

How many households are in West Dulwich?

There are 4,170 households in West Dulwich

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Q: What schools in West Dulwich and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in West Dulwich: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / London / Lambeth / West Dulwich

About

West Dulwich is a residential area in the London Borough of Lambeth, located south of the River Thames. It is bordered by Dulwich Village to the east and Herne Hill to the west. The area is known for its green spaces, including Dulwich Park and Belair Park, which offer walking trails and recreational facilities. West Dulwich has good transport links, with a railway station providing direct services to central London.

The area features a mix of Victorian and Edwardian houses, along with some modern developments. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, particularly around the station and along Half Moon Lane. West Dulwich is also home to several schools, making it popular with families. The area retains a quiet, suburban feel while being close to the more bustling neighborhoods of Brixton and Camberwell.

Area overview

On average West Dulwich has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 96 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 35.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Dulwich is £62,700 per year. There are 4 schools in West Dulwich: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

35.2%

Connectivity

7/10

Area Profile

West Dulwich Population

9,809

Population density

9,047.2 per km²

Demographics

British

4,406

44.9%

Other White

1,296

13.21%

Caribbean

936

9.54%

African

860

8.76%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

360

3.67%

Total population: 9,812

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,031

24.72%

Owns with a mortgage

1,006

24.12%

Other social rented

944

22.64%

Owns outright

634

15.2%

Social rents from council

436

10.46%

Total households: 4,170

Property prices in West Dulwich

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £542,500 in West Dulwich area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £2,686,750.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£1,560,000	£1,344,000	£1,440,000	£1,680,000	£1,776,000
Flats	67	£480,000	£148,250	£362,500	£561,088	£813,500
Semi-Detached	8	£1,644,998	£570,549	£1,302,696	£2,182,775	£2,560,523
Terraced	23	£850,000	£563,025	£740,000	£1,270,000	£1,484,000

10 years price trend in West Dulwich

All postcodes in West Dulwich

SE218LP

Dalkeith Road

SE218LX

Rosendale Road

SE249AP

West Dulwich

SE279AZ

West Dulwich

SE218HT

Carson Road

SE218LN

Lovelace Road

SE218LY

Rosendale Road

SE218NH

Pymers Mead

SE218NN

Croxted Close

SE249DR

Rosendale Road

SE249DW

Rosendale Road

SE249EH

Rosendale Road

SW23BU

West Dulwich

SE218LB

West Dulwich

SE218RL

Croxted Road

SW23DB

Jarrett Close

SW23DJ

Perran Road

SE249DS

Peabody Hill

SW23UL

Skiffington Close

SE249BJ

Brockwell Park Gardens

SW22BF

Trinity Rise

SE218EX

Clive Road

SE218LL

Coney Acre

SE249BA

Romola Road

SE249BB

Berwyn Road

SE249BD

Berwyn Road

SW23DU

Scoles Crescent

SE218RE

Rosendale Road

SE218NA

Lairdale Close

SE249DZ

Rosendale Road

SE218SZ

Croxted Road

SE218JR

Lovelace Road

SE218LS

Dalkeith Road

SE218LT

Dalkeith Road

SE249AF

Rosendale Road

SE218EH

Martell Road

SE218HS

Carson Road

SE218LQ

Rosendale Road

SE218RN

Elmworth Grove

SE249DN

Hawarden Grove

SE249DX

Rosendale Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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