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London (SE5)
The SE5 postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 1449 individual postcodes.
There are 1 electoral wards in the SE5 postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Southwark Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 23% of people in SE5 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 SE5 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The SE5 postcode is located within the London Borough of Southwark in London, England. The postcode is divided into two areas - SE5 7 and SE5 9. SE5 7 is located in the Camberwell area, covering an area in the north of the postcode district. It runs between Kennington Park Road in the north to Camberwell Road, East Street and Brandon Street in the south, and between Camberwell New Road in the west and Coldharbour Lane in the east. The area is home to a diverse range of shops and restaurants. There is an abundance of green spaces here for residents to explore and enjoy, including Brockwell Park and Myatt's Fields Park.
SE5 9 is located in the north of the SE5 postcode district and is mainly residential. The area is bounded by Camberwell Church Street in the south and Denmark Hill and Champion Hill in the north. It runs between Rodney Road and Wetherell Road in the west to Meadow Road and Farley Road in the east. This is a popular area for families to live in due to its close proximity to Denmark Hill train station and its vibrant local amenities. It is also home to some top schools including St Saviour's and St Olave's Church of England School and St Thomas the Apostle College.
The region is served by a number of bus routes that go throughout Southwark and parts of Central London. There is also excellent cycling infrastructure here including cycle paths and the Cycle Superhighway 11, making it easy for cyclists to navigate the area. Residents also benefit from easy access to the tube, with nearby station including Denmark Hill and Oval, creating an excellent link to the rest of London.
TheSE5 area is a vibrant and attractive area, with a great mix of residential and commercial properties, plus a variety of entertainment, amenities and transport options. It is a popular place to live, work and visit due to its rich cultural identity and excellent transport links.
Demographics
Greater London
SE5 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.
| Outward Code | SE5 |
| Postal Town | London |
| MSOA Name | Southwark 017 |
| LSOA Name | Southwark 017B |
| County | Greater London |
| Region | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
SE5 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SE5, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 23% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.