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Woolwich

Area · Outer London

C+
schoolsA
amenitiesA
transportA+
outdoor-activitiesA

Housing

Average sold price: £409,641

  • all dwelling types£409,641
  • detached house prices£750,000
  • terraced house prices£496,957
  • semi-detached house prices£630,000
  • flats and maisonettes prices£320,395

Safety

Crime level: high

Crimes per 1,000: 104

Schools

    Transport

    • None recorded

    Vibe

    Dinner & drinksParklifeNo car neededYoung familiesTransitional areaRenters

    FAQ

    Q: Is Woolwich a nice place to live?
    A: Woolwich is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
    
    Q: How safe is Woolwich?
    A: Woolwich has a high crime rate for an Outer London suburb, with around 104 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 38% above the national average, and 48% above the Outer London average.
    
    Q: What are the best schools in Woolwich?
    A: Woolwich has 93 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Cardwell Primary School, St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Foxfield Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Saint Mary Magdalene Church of England All Through School and Mulgrave Primary School. Note: 5 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
    
    Q: What are the demographics of Woolwich?
    A: Woolwich has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (57%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.