Is SE5 8SF a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
1502 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of SE5 8SF. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
House prices
£572,478
Average price in Southwark (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Up 0.1% year on year.
- Terraced
- £838,160
- Semi-detached
- £1,229,706
- Detached
- £1,740,029
- Flat / maisonette
- £469,796
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for SE5 8SF 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 SE5 8SF on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near SE5 8SF on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.