Lee Green
Population
27,355
Crime per 1,000 residents
275
Schools
4
Parks
6
Stations
2
GP practices
9
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Lee Green is a residential area in South East London, sitting between places like Blackheath, Lewisham, and Eltham. It's split across the London boroughs of Lewisham and Greenwich and falls within the SE12 postcode.
Vibe and lifestyle
Quiet, family-friendly, and less busy than central London with a strong community feel. Often described as having a village-like charm, featuring tree-lined streets, period homes, and a growing number of cafés. Popular among families, professionals commuting into central London, and people seeking more space compared to inner London.
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Safety and crime trends
7,519 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 4 schools (4 primary, 0 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 9 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 27,355 across 11,578 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £504,760, based on 1,025 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 2 supermarkets, 2 transport stations, 6 parks and 2 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 0 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.