Is SE1 8RQ a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-08)
2488 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of SE1 8RQ. Most common: Theft from the person.
House prices
£569,160
Average price in Southwark (2026-08, UK House Price Index). Down 2.1% year on year.
- Terraced
- £835,115
- Semi-detached
- £1,226,452
- Detached
- £1,727,364
- Flat / maisonette
- £466,671
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for SE1 8RQ specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near SE1 8RQ on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near SE1 8RQ on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.