Southwark
Population
66,968
Crime per 1,000 residents
1370
Schools
7
Parks
31
Stations
7
GP practices
22
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Southwark is a central South London area along the Thames, close to London Bridge, Waterloo and Borough. It includes cultural landmarks, offices, flats and historic streets.
Vibe and lifestyle
Central, urban and well-connected with strong food, culture and riverside access. Popular with professionals, students and city workers.
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Safety and crime trends
91,708 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 7 schools (6 primary, 1 secondary and 0 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 66,968 across 29,736 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £759,126, based on 2,069 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 9 supermarkets, 7 transport stations, 31 parks and 10 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 3 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.