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Boutcher Church of England Primary SchoolOutstandingThe Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary OverieOutstandingCharles Dickens Primary SchoolOutstandingSnowsfields Primary SchoolGoodTower Bridge Primary SchoolGoodThe average house price in Southwark is £547,284, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Southwark house price trends over the last 30 years.
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Is Southwark a nice place to live?
Southwark is a nice place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B. This means it offers reasonable living standards in Inner London. The area has a vibrant social scene, perfect for those who enjoy going out. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Southwark?
Southwark has a high crime rate for an Inner London suburb, with around 143 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 91% above the national average, and 32% above the Inner London average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population.
What are the best schools in Southwark?
Southwark has 136 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Charles Dickens Primary School, The Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie, Boutcher Church of England Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School, the Borough and Haberdashers' Borough Academy. Note: 5 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Southwark?
Southwark has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (54%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.