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Woolwich Common

About

Woolwich Common is a large open space in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, covering around 70 hectares. The area is mostly grassland, with scattered trees and shrubs, providing a quiet retreat from the surrounding urban development. It has historical significance, having been used for military training and public events since the 18th century. The common is bordered by residential areas, Woolwich Barracks, and the Royal Artillery Museum.

The common offers walking paths and views of the London skyline, with occasional wildlife sightings. It is used by locals for recreation, dog walking, and sports. Nearby amenities include shops, schools, and transport links, making it accessible but relatively undisturbed. The area retains a sense of openness, with its military heritage still visible in the surrounding architecture.

Area overview

On average Woolwich Common has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 157 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 41.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Woolwich Common is £47,000 per year. There are 3 schools in Woolwich Common: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

157

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

5/10

Area Profile

Woolwich Common Population

6,625

Population density

3,563.9 per km²

Demographics

British

2,214

33.41%

African

1,694

25.57%

Other White

601

9.07%

Other Asian

407

6.14%

Caribbean

345

5.21%

Total population: 6,626

Housing

Social rents from council

944

35.83%

Private landlord or letting agency

534

20.27%

Owns with a mortgage

502

19.05%

Other social rented

263

9.98%

Other forms of private rent

192

7.29%

Total households: 2,635

Property prices in Woolwich Common

Based on 34 recent sales, the median property price is £353,250 in Woolwich Common area, with individual transactions ranging from £175,000 up to £575,000.

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 Woolwich Common over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	29	£341,500	£185,400	£253,000	£480,000	£546,000
Semi-Detached	1	£575,000	£575,000	£575,000	£575,000	£575,000
Terraced	4	£352,500	£305,150	£329,750	£381,250	£420,250

10 years median price trend in Woolwich Common

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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