Plum Lane is in London and in Greenwich district. SE18 3HF is located in the Shooters Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eltham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Plum Lane, London, SE18 3HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE18 3HQ, SE18 3BS, SE18 3BP, SE18 3HG, SE18 3DU, SE18 3NJ, SE18 3DY, SE18 3NT, SE18 3PB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE18 3HF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 52% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.1% | 32.6% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 49.8% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 9.9% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.6% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.3% | 48.6% | -2.7% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 35.6% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 12.2% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.2% | 12.9% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 7.7% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 11.2% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 12.4% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 50.2% | 11.8% | 33.8% | 16.4% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.6% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 7.3% | 2.9% | -4.4% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 3.7% | 5.8% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 3.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 72.2% | 78.1% | 5.9% | 81.4% | -3.3% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 73.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.4% | 73.3% | -1.1% | 83.2% | -9.9% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 9.4% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 5.9% | 8.3% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 5.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.1% | 5.4% | -2.7% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74% | 73.3% | -0.7% | 83.2% | -9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 18.4% | 15.1% | 9.8% | 8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 1.1% | -4.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 15% | 2.9% | -12.1% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plum Lane was 60.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.0% lower than the Plumstead Common average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Plum Lane has the 27th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Plumstead Common and the 241st lowest crime rate of 754 local areas in Greenwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 Plum Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £562,000 | 2022-04-14 | £611,729 |
| 174 Plum Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-04-08 | £486,742 |
| 158 Plum Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2020-09-18 | £613,072 |
| 168 Plum Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £492,500 | 2017-07-24 | £607,298 |
| 154 Plum Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £412,000 | 2016-11-02 | £546,301 |
SE18 3HF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SE18 3HF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolwich Common Nursery School Woolwich Common , SE18 4DJ | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cyril Henry Nursery School 57 St Mary Street , Woolwich SE18 5AP | - not rated | 2,184 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 2,637 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 3,403 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedonwell Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | - not rated | 4,771 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plumcroft Primary School Plum Lane , Plumstead SE18 3HW | 3out of 4 | 396 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eglinton Infant School Paget Rise , SE18 3PY | - not rated | 603 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eglinton Primary School Paget Rise , SE18 3PY | - not rated | 603 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eglinton Junior School Whitworth Road , SE18 3SX | - not rated | 659 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Catholic Primary School 169 Eglinton Road , SE18 3SJ | - not rated | 745 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eaglesfield School Red Lion Lane , Shooters Hill SE18 4LD | - not rated | 778 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Plumstead Manor School Old Mill Road , SE18 1QF | 2out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Greenwich Free School 403 Shooters Hill Road , SE18 4LH | 4out of 4 | 1,443 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corelli College Corelli Road , Blackheath SE3 8EP | - not rated | 2,203 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidbrooke School Corelli Road , Shooters Hill Road SE3 8EP | - not rated | 2,203 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 667 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Post-16 Campus Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 667 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwich Community College at Plumstead Centre 95 Plumstead Road , Plumstead SE18 7DQ | - not rated | 1,947 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary Magdalene Church of England All Through School Kingsman Street , SE18 5PW | 3out of 4 | 2,052 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Garrard Academy Yarnton Way , Thamesmead DA18 4DW | 3out of 4 | 5,386 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Business Academy Bexley Yarnton Way , DA18 4DW | - not rated | 5,386 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 5,400 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxhill Centre Plumstead Common Road , SE18 3AT | - not rated | 825 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Negus Sixth Form Centre Plumstead Manor School , Old Mill Road SE18 1QF | - not rated | 1,359 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Cottage School Swingate Lane , Plumstead SE18 2JD | - not rated | 1,490 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn Cottage School Swingate Lane , Plumstead SE18 2JD | - not rated | 1,490 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Griffin Manor School Welton Road , Swingate Lane SE18 2JD | - not rated | 1,490 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emma's Pantry @ Shrewsbury House | Shrewsbury House Bushmoor Crescent | 282 yd | |
| PIZZERIA TOLEDO LTD | Lord Herbert, 47 Herbert Road | 517 yd | |
| Tasty African Food | 52 Herbert Road | 594 yd | |
| Sabeste Coffee Shop | 44 Herbert Road | 616 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza Woolwich | 40 - 42 Herbert Road | 628 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shooters Hill Golf Club Ltd | Shooters Hill Golf Club Eaglesfield Road | 480 yd | |
| Woolwich & Plumstead BC | Woolwich And Plumstead Bowling Club Foxcroft Road | 506 yd | |
| The Bull Hotel | The Bull, 151 Shooters Hill | 814 yd | |
| Fox & Hounds | Fox And Hounds, 57 Plumstead Common Road | 836 yd | |
| sourdough saloon pizza @thestarse18 | Star Inn, 158 Plumstead Common Road | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finest Chicken Peri Peri Grill | 41 Herbert Road | 535 yd | |
| Delight kebab and pizza | 64 Herbert Road | 569 yd | |
| Gold Dragon | 56 Herbert Road | 584 yd | |
| Super Fry Fish Bar | 27A Herbert Road | 621 yd | |
| Meru | 25 Shrewsbury Lane | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 196 - 212 Plumstead Common Road | 979 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury House Bushmoor Crescent | 284 yd | |
| Shooters Hill Golf Club Ltd EAGLESFIELD ROAD | golf, tennis courts | 480 yd |
| Shrewsbury Park (Closed) Plum Lane | grass pitches | 483 yd |
| Gordon'S Gymnasium (Closed) 29A 29A HERBERT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 581 yd |
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College RED LION LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 668 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.