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Southwark

Area · Inner London

B
schoolsA+
amenitiesA+
transportA+
outdoor-activitiesB+

Housing

Average sold price: £547,284

  • all dwelling types£547,284
  • terraced house prices£1,138,281
  • flats and maisonettes prices£535,023

Safety

Crime level: high

Crimes per 1,000: 143

Schools

    Transport

    • Elephant & Castle (Northern)
    • Borough (Northern)
    • Blackfriars (District)
    • Monument (District)
    • London Bridge (Northern)

    Vibe

    Living for the weekendDinner & drinksNo car neededStudentsHighly educatedRenters

    FAQ

    Q: Is Southwark a nice place to live?
A: Southwark is a nice place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B. This means it offers reasonable living standards in Inner London. The area has a vibrant social scene, perfect for those who enjoy going out. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.

Q: How safe is Southwark?
A: Southwark has a high crime rate for an Inner London suburb, with around 143 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 91% above the national average, and 32% above the Inner London average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population.

Q: What are the best schools in Southwark?
A: Southwark has 136 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Charles Dickens Primary School, The Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie, Boutcher Church of England Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School, the Borough and Haberdashers' Borough Academy. Note: 5 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.

Q: What are the demographics of Southwark?
A: Southwark has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (54%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.