Charlton
Population
21,050
Crime per 1,000 residents
329
Schools
8
Parks
8
Stations
2
GP practices
7
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Charlton is a South East London area within Greenwich, located between Blackheath, Woolwich and Greenwich. It offers residential streets, parks and access to the Thames and Charlton station.
Vibe and lifestyle
Quiet, residential and practical with a suburban feel close to Greenwich. Popular with families and commuters looking for relative value and green space.
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Safety and crime trends
6,916 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.
Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 8 schools (7 primary, 0 secondary and 1 special schools), alongside 7 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 21,050 across 8,274 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £503,330, based on 602 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 10 supermarkets, 2 transport stations, 8 parks and 6 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 13 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.