Elephant and Castle
Population
99,834
Crime per 1,000 residents
1163
Schools
23
Parks
74
Stations
13
GP practices
76
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Elephant and Castle is a central South London area undergoing major regeneration, close to South Bank, Borough and Walworth. It has strong Tube, rail and bus connections.
Vibe and lifestyle
Urban, central and fast-changing with new high-rise developments and a diverse local community. Popular with students, professionals and commuters.
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Safety and crime trends
116,057 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 23 schools (18 primary, 5 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 76 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 99,834 across 43,252 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £699,182, based on 2,806 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 21 supermarkets, 13 transport stations, 74 parks and 26 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 11 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.