15,257TOTAL POPULATION
6,069HOUSEHOLDS
6.4%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£53,040AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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SE21 POSTCODE REGION

London (SE21)

The SE21 postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 501 individual postcodes.

There are 5 electoral wards in the SE21 postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Southwark Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 41% of people in SE21 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of SE21 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


SE21 is a postcode district located in the London Borough of Lambeth. It covers parts of the London boroughs of Southwark, Lewisham and Bromley.

The SE21 postcode district comprises a number of areas including Dulwich Village, Dulwich Wood, Sydenham Hill, Lordship Lane, Herne Hill, West Dulwich, Tulse Hill, and Brockwell Park. Dulwich Village is known for its independent shops, cafes and restaurants. The district is home to some of South London's most iconic green spaces, including Dulwich Park and Brockwell Park.

In terms of transport links, SE21 sits within easy reach of both the North and South Circular roads and the Victoria, London Overground, and National Rail Lines providing access to destinations including Waterloo and London Bridge. The area is serviced by a variety of bus routes providing access to places such as London Bridge, Elephant & Castle, Tulse Hill and Clapham Junction.

From a housing perspective SE21 is known for its period Victorian terraced houses and detached Georgian villas as well as modern apartments and starter homes. The range of housing is great and makes the postcode area one of the most desirable in South London.

In terms of education, SE21 has a number of primary schools, such as Honeywell School, Kinloch Lodge College prep school and Kingsdale Foundation School, as well as secondary schools including Kingsdale Secondary School, Kingsdale College and Sydenham Girls Secondary School. Both Kings College London and the University of the Arts London are also located in the area.

With excellent transport links, historical buildings, great green spaces, top schools and a vibrant mix of housing, SE21 is a desirable postcode in South London.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 85%WORKING
  • 15%UNEMPLOYED

15% of people in SE21 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 41%AB
  • 42%C2/C2
  • 17%DE

According to census records, 41% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 53%WHITE
  • 47%NON-WHITE

53% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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SE21Greater London

Greater London

The county of Greater London

SE21 is located in the county of Greater London, in England.

Greater London has a total population of 8,778,500, making it the 1st largest county in the UK.

Greater London has a total area of 606 square miles, and a population density of 5594 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Greater London Postal Town Map
Outward CodeSE21
Postal TownLondon
MSOA NameSouthwark 033
LSOA NameSouthwark 033B
CountyGreater London
RegionGreater London
CountryEngland
Local AuthoritySouthwark
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

SE21 Electoral Wards

The postal region of SE21, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Dulwich
Dulwich Village
East Dulwich
Herne Hill
Knight's Hill
West Dulwich
Browse Postcodes in SE21

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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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