Greenwich

Population

24,343

Crime per 1,000 residents

821

Schools

10

Parks

18

Stations

6

GP practices

12

All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.

Overview

Greenwich is a historic and picturesque area in South East London, located along the River Thames within the Royal Borough of Greenwich. It is known for its maritime history, iconic landmarks, and village-like centre, while also offering strong transport links to central London via DLR, rail, and river services.

Vibe and lifestyle

Charming, scenic, and lively with a blend of history and modern living. The area offers a village feel around the town centre, with markets, pubs, and cafés, alongside expansive green spaces like Greenwich Park. Popular among families, professionals, and tourists, it provides a balance of culture, convenience, and riverside living, though it can be busy due to its popularity.

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Safety and crime trends

19,966 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.

Most recorded categories:Violent Crime (4,978) Anti Social Behaviour (3,634) Other Theft (2,167) Shoplifting (2,089) Public Order (1,341)

Families, schools and healthcare

The local education footprint includes 10 schools (8 primary, 2 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 12 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.

School outcomes:Good: 7Outstanding: 2Requires Improvement: 1

Population and property context

Census data indicates a resident population of 24,343 across 10,963 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £637,558, based on 1,653 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.

Everyday convenience and connectivity

For everyday life, the area includes 7 supermarkets, 6 transport stations, 18 parks and 14 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 19 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.