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Area Guide · Lewisham

Living in Lewisham

Know My Postcode · 2026-04-17 · Lewisham · SE13
Area data snapshot
Avg house price
£420,000
Average rent
£1,400/mo 1 bed
Crime level
Above average
Nearby schools
🎓 Bonus Pastor Catholic (Good)
🎓 Prendergast School (Good)
🎓 Lewisham free schools
Transport
🚇 Lewisham (DLR/National Rail)
🚇 Ladywell (National Rail)
🚇 Catford Bridge (National Rail)
Green spaces
🌳 Manor House Gardens, Hilly Fields, Mountsfield Park
Best for
👥 First time buyers, young professionals, those priced out of SE1

Lewisham is a neighbourhood in Lewisham, London. Like any area, Lewisham has significant variation between streets and postcodes — crime rates, school quality, flood risk and property values can differ dramatically even within a few hundred metres. Always check the specific postcode you're considering.

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Crime in Lewisham

Crime in Lewisham is above average compared to the London average. Crime rates vary significantly by street — always check the specific postcode rather than relying on the area's general reputation. Know My Postcode shows live Police UK data for any postcode.

Schools in Lewisham

School quality varies across Lewisham. Know My Postcode shows all Ofsted-rated schools within 1.5km of any postcode with their current rating.

Transport in Lewisham

Lewisham is served by Lewisham (DLR/National Rail), Ladywell (National Rail), Catford Bridge (National Rail). Know My Postcode includes a commute calculator for every report.

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