Nathan Way is in London and in Greenwich district. SE28 0AB is located in the West Thamesmead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erith and Thamesmead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nathan Way, London, SE28 0AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE28 0GU, SE28 0GW, SE2 9DL, SE28 0AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE28 0AB is primarily male, with 89.6% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 10.4% | -43.8% | 51.0% | -40.6% |
| Male | 45.8% | 89.6% | 43.8% | 49.0% | 40.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SE28 0AB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 87.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.2% | 87.7% | 52.5% | 37.9% | 49.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 4.7% | -42.9% | 44.2% | -39.5% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 2% | -4.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 5.4% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 0.1% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -6.0% |
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 | 58.7% | 33% | -25.7% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 45.5% | 14.1% | 33.6% | 11.9% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 16.4% | 9.5% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.7% | 12.5% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 21.4% | 5.5% | 9.6% | 11.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 22.8% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 9.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 6.7% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.4% | 16.2% | 9.8% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 14.7% | -16.2% | 33.8% | -19.1% |
| Other | 9.9% | 5.7% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 41.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 4.8% | 1.8% | -3.0% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 31.1% | 8.7% | -22.4% | 2.5% | 6.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 11.1% | 10.5% | 1.0% | 10.1% |
| Other Black | 3.6% | 5.8% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 13.3% | 12.4% | 0.9% | 12.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% |
| White | 50% | 41.3% | -8.7% | 81.4% | -40.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 80.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.6% | 80.1% | 17.5% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| European Union | 8.4% | 6.9% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 21.9% | 6.4% | -15.5% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 3.6% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61.7% | 80% | 18.3% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 12.5% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.2% | 5.4% | -1.8% | 2.9% | 2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.6% | 1.3% | -8.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.9% | 0.8% | -18.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.1% | 0.3% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.9% | 37.2% | -15.3% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 23.8% | 6.5% | 17.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 11% | 6.0% | 5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nathan Way was 191.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.8% higher than the Thamesmead Moorings average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nathan Way has the 10th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Thamesmead Moorings and the 135th highest crime rate of 771 local areas in Greenwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 101.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 133.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 151 Nathan Way, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2017-04-04 | £111,002 |
| 141 Nathan Way, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2015-06-11 | £1,107,322 |
SE28 0AB area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 11% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Other | 602 |
| Unemployed | 115 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 80 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 62 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Retired | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 4,475 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver Thomas Nursery School Mathews Avenue , East Ham E6 6BU | 3out of 4 | 4,697 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery Primary School Battery Road , SE28 0JN | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Roman Catholic Primary School Mottisfont Road , Abbey Wood SE2 9LY | 3out of 4 | 684 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| De Lucy Primary School Cookhill Road , Abbey Wood SE2 9PD | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bannockburn Primary School Plumstead High Street , SE18 1HE | 4out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Cole Close , Thamesmead SE28 8GB | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Academy Finchale Road , Abbey Wood SE2 9PX | 3out of 4 | 677 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolwich Polytechnic school for Girls 1 Birchdene Drive , SE28 8RF | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Woolwich Polytechnic School Hutchins Road , Thamesmead SE28 8AT | 3out of 4 | 1,144 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Plumstead Manor School Old Mill Road , SE18 1QF | 3out of 4 | 1,953 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| London Design and Engineering UTC 15 University Way , E16 2RD | 2out of 4 | 2,837 yd | University technical college | No | 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 | 3,882 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newham College of Further Education East Ham Campus , High Street South E6 6ER | - not rated | 5,436 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Garrard Academy Yarnton Way , Thamesmead DA18 4DW | 1out of 4 | 2,675 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary Magdalene Church of England All Through School Kingsman Street , SE18 5PW | 3out of 4 | 2,905 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdon Academy Sussex Road , East Ham E6 2PS | 3out of 4 | 4,905 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goresbrook School Cook Road , RM9 6XW | 3out of 4 | 5,028 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterside School Robert Street , SE18 7NB | 3out of 4 | 1,756 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizons Academy Bexley Lensbury Way , SE2 9TA | 3out of 4 | 1,917 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Right Choice Independent Special School First Floor , 1-4 Beresford Square SE18 6BB | - not rated | 2,349 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pulse and Water College 3rd Floor Block 0 , 18-36 Wellington Street SE18 6PF | - not rated | 2,591 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwich Engineering and Medical School 31 Thomas Street , Woolwich SE18 6HU | - not rated | 2,619 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepeneros Cafe | Block E, 3 North Road | 725 yd | |
| C2K Community Centre | 2 Penmon Road | 731 yd | |
| Neutral Ground Child Contact Centre | William Temple Hall Eynsham Drive | 765 yd | |
| TRiO by JPL Catering | Woolwich Crown Court, 2 Belmarsh Road | 776 yd | |
| Leigh Dynan Catering Ltd | 2 Hadden Road | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grill Ventures Limited | 132 Nathan Way | 183 yd | |
| Nom Nom Nom | 170 Eynsham Drive | 762 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Thames Reach | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ades Limited | 132 Nathan Way | 183 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 - 8 Thames Reach | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Pauls Academy FINCHALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 551 yd |
| Seven Acre Sports & Social Club CHURCH MANORWAY | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Hmp Belmarsh BELMARSH BELMARSH BELMARSH ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 592 yd |
| Hmp Thameside GRIFFIN MANOR WAY | artificial grass pitch | 1,014 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 | 30.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 30.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 30.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 30.8% |
| 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 | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 69.2% |
| Median download speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 8.44 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 8.44 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.14 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.