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Penge

Area · Outer London

B
schoolsA
amenitiesA
transportA+
outdoor-activitiesB+

Housing

Average sold price: £491,189

  • all dwelling types£491,189
  • terraced house prices£593,218
  • semi-detached house prices£744,300
  • flats and maisonettes prices£363,380

Safety

Crime level: high

Crimes per 1,000: 109

Schools

    Transport

    • None recorded

    Vibe

    Dinner & drinksParklifeNo car needed

    FAQ

    Q: Is Penge a nice place to live?
A: Penge is a nice place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B. This means it offers reasonable living standards in Outer London. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces.

Q: How safe is Penge?
A: Penge has a high crime rate for an Outer London suburb, with around 109 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 45% above the national average, and 56% above the Outer London average.

Q: What are the best schools in Penge?
A: Penge has 78 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Harris City Academy Crystal Palace, Harris Primary Academy Kent House, Harris Girls Academy Bromley. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace and St John's Church of England Primary School. Note: 4 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.

Q: What are the demographics of Penge?
A: The majority of residents in Penge identify as White (British) (51%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (73%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.