Is SE8 5HU a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
1073 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of SE8 5HU. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£491,259
Average price in Lewisham (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Up 0.6% year on year.
- Terraced
- £603,258
- Semi-detached
- £776,060
- Detached
- £1,118,334
- Flat / maisonette
- £379,341
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for SE8 5HU 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 SE8 5HU on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near SE8 5HU on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.