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West Thamesmead

England / London / Greenwich / West Thamesmead

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 35.3% 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 £51,394 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
35.3%
Connectivity
5/10

Property prices in West Thamesmead

Based on 97 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in West Thamesmead area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,500 up to £590,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£430,750
Flats72£340,000
Semi-Detached1£307,000
Terraced22£360,000

10 years price trend in West Thamesmead

All postcodes in West Thamesmead

SE280JE

Delisle Road

SE280DJ

Nuthatch Gardens

SE280DS

West Thamesmead

SE280EQ

Garrick Drive

SE280NH

West Thamesmead

SE189LF

Pettman Crescent

SE280AW

Nathan Way

SE280AU

Nathan Way

SE280EH

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE280GJ

Erebus Drive

SE280GR

Livesey Close

SE280GZ

Merbury Close

SE280JL

Battery Road

SE189PS

Pettman Crescent

SE28DH

Nathan Way

SE280FP

West Thamesmead

SE280HH

Barnham Drive

SE280HR

Merbury Road

SE280PH

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE186ZB

Pettman Crescent

SE280ES

Camelot Close

SE280GD

Erebus Drive

SE280LA

New Acres Road

SE280FR

Thames Reach

SE280HS

Merbury Road

SE280LU

Merbury Close

SE280AX

Kellner Road

SE280DZ

Whinchat Road

SE280HY

Bluebird Way

SE280LN

High Tor View

SE280BW

Pettacre Close

SE280DH

West Thamesmead

SE280GY

Merbury Road

SE280HX

Ridge Close

SE280PG

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE280AT

Nathan Way

SE280DT

Goldfinch Road

SE280ER

Garside Close

SE280FG

Western Way

SE280HL

Princess Alice Way

SE280JF

Kentlea Road

SE280JY

Kentlea Road

SE280NA

West Thamesmead

SE280NG

Thames Reach

SE280FT

Hadden Road

SE280DE

Goldfinch Road

SE280GL

Erebus Drive

SE280GP

Erebus Drive

SE280HD

Battery Road

SE280NT

Bailey Close

SE189PB

Pettman Crescent

SE280DR

Whinchat Road

SE280DU

West Thamesmead

SE280EY

West Thamesmead

SE280FN

Tom Cribb Road

SE280PL

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE280ET

Camelot Close

SE280GB

Erebus Drive

SE280JN

Battery Road

SE280LB

New Acres Road

SE280NQ

Defence Close

SE280PD

Pettacre Close

SE280EB

West Thamesmead

SE280LE

West Thamesmead

SE189TD

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE189LZ

Plumstead Common & Riverside

SE189JP

Pettman Crescent

SE189LB

Pettman Crescent

SE189PQ

Pettman Crescent

SE280BF

Allenby Road

SE280BN

Allenby Road

SE280EP

Pier Way

SE280AG

Boughton Road

SE280DB

Nuthatch Gardens

SE280EG

Garrick Drive

SE280EZ

Beresford Street

SE280HP

West Thamesmead

SE280HQ

Princess Alice Way

SE280JU

Battery Road

SE280JX

Kentlea Road

SE280LP

Teasel Crescent

SE280LZ

Merbury Road

SE280NP

Bailey Close

SE185WA

Pettman Crescent

SE189NF

Pettman Crescent

SE28DP

Nathan Way

SE280BG

Allenby Road

SE280EN

Temple Close

SE280FH

Pier Way

SE280HW

Ridge Close

SE280JD

Delisle Road

SE280EX

Garside Close

SE280GF

Erebus Drive

SE289DZ

Nathan Way

SE280AR

Pettacre Close

SE280BU

Pettacre Close

SE280JQ

Battery Road

SE280NE

Miles Close

SE288BF

Eastern Way

SE186YA

Pettman Crescent

Data Sources

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