East Dulwich
Population
29,687
Crime per 1,000 residents
315
Schools
12
Parks
12
Stations
2
GP practices
18
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
East Dulwich is a popular South East London area known for Lordship Lane, independent shops, cafés and family-friendly streets. It sits between Peckham, Dulwich and Forest Hill.
Vibe and lifestyle
Leafy, sociable and family-focused with a polished local scene. Popular with young families, professionals and people seeking a village feel.
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Safety and crime trends
9,327 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 12 schools (10 primary, 2 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 18 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 29,687 across 12,633 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £788,720, based on 1,379 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 5 supermarkets, 2 transport stations, 12 parks and 5 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 4 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.