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West Thamesmead

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About

West Thamesmead is a residential area in the London Borough of Greenwich, located along the southern bank of the River Thames. The ward is part of the larger Thamesmead development, known for its post-war housing estates and waterways. It features a mix of social housing and private homes, with green spaces like Southmere Park providing recreational areas. The area is connected by public transport, including buses and the Elizabeth line at Abbey Wood station, offering links to central London.

The ward includes local amenities such as schools, community centers, and retail units along Binsey Walk. Industrial zones are situated near the river, balancing residential and commercial use. West Thamesmead has undergone regeneration efforts, with plans for new housing and infrastructure improvements. The Thames Path runs through the area, offering views of the river and nearby landmarks like Crossness Pumping Station. The community is shaped by its proximity to both urban and natural landscapes.

Area overview

On average West Thamesmead has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 34.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Thamesmead is £51,410 per year. There are 2 schools in West Thamesmead: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
99
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
34.9%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

West Thamesmead Population
11,815
Population density
5,786.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

African
3,360
28.44%
British
2,876
24.34%
Other White
1,576
13.34%
Other Black
574
4.86%
Caribbean
513
4.34%
Total population: 11,814

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,487
37.57%
Owns with a mortgage
887
22.41%
Other social rented
849
21.45%
Owns outright
284
7.18%
Shared ownership
171
4.32%
Total households: 3,958

Property prices in West Thamesmead

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £337,500 in West Thamesmead area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,500 up to £590,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for West Thamesmead in the 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 West Thamesmead over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£445,000
Flats63£330,000
Semi-Detached1£307,000
Terraced21£360,000

10 years median price trend in West Thamesmead

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in West Thamesmead.

All postcodes in West Thamesmead

SE280AN

Pettacre Close

SE280BB

Allenby Road

SE280DG

Gallions View Road

SE280EL

Chamberlain Close

SE280GG

Erebus Drive

SE280LY

West Thamesmead

SE280NS

Bailey Close

SE280PB

Pettacre Close

SE280PJ

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE289EG

Nathan Way

SE186WN

Pettman Crescent

SE189PY

Pettman Crescent

SE28DZ

West Thamesmead

SE280BP

Allenby Road

SE280GE

Erebus Drive

SE280HE

West Thamesmead

SE280NJ

Miles Close

SE280NZ

West Thamesmead

SE189LU

Pettman Crescent

SE280BQ

Nathan Way

SE280GX

Pettacre Close

SE280HG

Warepoint Drive

SE280LH

Crowfoot Close

SE280ND

Miles Drive

SE186WD

Pettman Crescent

SE189TQ

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE189QQ

Pettman Crescent

SE280EU

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE280FF

Pettman Crescent

SE280DW

Whinchat Road

SE280AZ

Broadwater Road

SE280DQ

Harrier Mews

SE280EW

Livesey Close

SE280FA

Nathan Way

SE280HN

Bluebird Way

SE280NW

Bailey Close

SE280PA

Pettacre Close

SE189LD

Pettman Crescent

SE28DY

West Thamesmead

SE280BX

Pettacre Close

SE280AB

Church Manorway

SE280BS

Pettacre Close

SE280DD

Battery Road

SE280DL

West Thamesmead

SE280FQ

Thames Reach

SE280GH

Erebus Drive

SE280GN

Erebus Drive

SE280GU

Purland Road

SE280JW

Battery Road

SE280LX

West Thamesmead

SE189TF

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE189QD

Pettman Crescent

SE280AF

Eastern Way

SE280AQ

Kellner Road

SE280BL

Allenby Road

SE280DP

Whinchat Road

SE280GQ

Pier Way

SE280JB

Martin Street

SE280LS

West Thamesmead

SE280HB

Tugboat Street

SE186WQ

Pettman Crescent

SE280BJ

Pettman Crescent

SE280EE

Broadwater Road

SE280FD

Purland Road

SE280JS

Battery Road

SE280JT

Battery Road

SE280LD

New Acres Road

SE280LF

Hill View Drive

SE280LL

Hill View Drive

SE280ED

Goldfinch Road

SE280EF

Apollo Way

SE280LQ

West Thamesmead

SE280LW

Merbury Close

SE280NB

Merbury Road

SE280NU

Defence Close

SE280HZ

Narrow Boat Close

SE280LG

Martins Place

SE189RR

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE280AL

Allenby Road

SE280BZ

Martin Street

SE280FJ

Hadden Road

SE280GA

Tuppy Street

SE280HU

Bluebird Way

SE280JH

Kentlea Road

SE280JP

Kentlea Road

SE280JR

Kentlea Road

SE280NR

Defence Close

SE289DN

Nathan Way

SE183ZW

Pettman Crescent

SE189TL

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE189LQ

Pettman Crescent

SE280NY

Battery Road

SE186YD

Pettman Crescent

SE189RE

Pettman Crescent

SE280LT

Crowfoot Close

SE280PF

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE280AJ

Pettman Crescent

SE280DF

Goldfinch Road

SE280FE

Pettman Crescent

SE280HF

Princess Alice Way

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.