Herne Hill
Population
18,761
Crime per 1,000 residents
386
Schools
26
Parks
20
Stations
7
GP practices
22
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Herne Hill is a South London area between Brixton, Dulwich and Camberwell. It is known for Brockwell Park, independent shops, cafés and rail links.
Vibe and lifestyle
Friendly, leafy and community-focused with a village-like feel. Popular with families, professionals and people who want green space near lively areas.
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Safety and crime trends
7,233 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 26 schools (20 primary, 3 secondary and 3 special schools), alongside 22 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 18,761 across 7,796 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £947,537, based on 664 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 8 supermarkets, 7 transport stations, 20 parks and 11 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 11 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.