SE5 (London)

London Postcode Area

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Overview

London (SE5) postcode district is located in the ceremonial county of Greater London, and is part of the London postal town.

The SE5 postcode in London, located in the vibrant London Borough of Southwark, is characterised by its diverse community and rich cultural identity. With an average house price of £375,000, which is significantly higher than the UK average of £288,000, this area offers a mix of residential and commercial properties. The population density stands at 1100.1 people per sq km, indicating a lively atmosphere. Education levels are high, with 52.3% of residents holding Level 4 qualifications, and the area boasts a relatively young average age of 35.9 years.

Settlements within SE5 include:

Camberwell

Households

36,534

Homes in SE5

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Household Income

£56,521

per annum

UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)
Poverty rate: -

London SE5 - Postcode

Postcode Area

SE5

London, Greater London

London SE5 - Outward Codes

Total Outward Codes

1536

postcodes

London SE5 - Population

Population

50,452

people

London SE5 - Population Density

Population Density

12,909

people/km2

London SE5 - Income

Average Income

£56,521

per household

People and Demographics

Demographics

The SE5 area is home to a multicultural population, with an ethnicity breakdown showing 43.4% White, 33.6% Black, 7.4% Asian, and 7.7% Mixed residents. The marital status reflects a youthful demographic, with 60.4% of individuals being single. The average age of residents is 35.9 years, which is lower than the UK average of 40.7 years.

Unemployment

Percentage of people in London SE5 who are classed as being unemployed at Census 2021.

  • UK average: 4.3%
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