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Area Guide · Royal Borough of Greenwich

Living in Woolwich

Know My Postcode · 2026-04-17 · Royal Borough of Greenwich · SE18
Area data snapshot
Avg house price
£350,000
Average rent
£1,300/mo 1 bed
Crime level
Above average
Nearby schools
🎓 Woolwich Polytechnic (Good)
🎓 Samuel Montagu Academy (Good)
🎓 Nightingale Primary (Good)
Transport
🚇 Woolwich (Elizabeth line)
🚇 Woolwich Arsenal (DLR)
🚇 Woolwich Dockyard (National Rail)
Green spaces
🌳 Woolwich Common, Royal Arsenal gardens, Thames Path
Best for
👥 First time buyers, commuters, Elizabeth line beneficiaries

Woolwich is a neighbourhood in Royal Borough of Greenwich, London. Like any area, Woolwich 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 Woolwich

Crime in Woolwich 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 Woolwich

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

Transport in Woolwich

Woolwich is served by Woolwich (Elizabeth line), Woolwich Arsenal (DLR), Woolwich Dockyard (National Rail). Know My Postcode includes a commute calculator for every report.

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