Data updated 24 October 2026 · Area guides · South East London
SE22 (East Dulwich): crime, schools, stations and house prices
SE22 (East Dulwich) is a postcode district in South East London, covered by Southwark. Homes sold for a median of £700,000 over the 12 months from August 2025 to July 2026, 12.0% up on the year before. It has a crime score of 5/10 (average), with about 114 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents a year against an England and Wales average of roughly 87. There are 11 schools with an SE22 postcode, and the nearest stations include East Dulwich, North Dulwich and Nunhead.
House prices in SE22
396 homes sold in SE22 between August 2025 and July 2026, at a median price of £700,000. That's 12.0% higher than the 12 months before (£625,000).
| Property type | Sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| Flats and maisonettes | 204 | £497,500 |
| Terraced houses | 120 | £912,500 |
| Semi-detached houses | 48 | £1,410,000 |
| Detached houses | 8 | £1,737,500 |
Latest recorded sales
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug 2026 | 172f - 172g Peckham Rye, SE22 9QA | Flat | £175,000 |
| 24 Aug 2026 | Flat 3, 1 Landcroft Road, SE22 9LQ | Flat | £345,000 |
| 17 Aug 2026 | 79a Hindmans Road, SE22 9NQ | Flat | £520,000 |
| 14 Aug 2026 | 2 Ulverscroft Road, SE22 9HG | Terraced | £1,040,000 |
| 14 Aug 2026 | Ground Floor Flat At, 35 Silvester Road, SE22 9PB | Flat | £440,000 |
| 14 Aug 2026 | 22b Melbourne Grove, SE22 8QZ | Flat | £380,000 |
| 12 Aug 2026 | Flat 21, Ivybridge House East Dulwich Estate, SE22 8BS | Flat | £365,000 |
| 10 Aug 2026 | 22 Chesterfield Grove, SE22 8RW | Other | £890,000 |
| 3 Aug 2026 | 48 Mundania Road, SE22 0NW | Semi-detached | £1,480,000 |
| 31 Jul 2026 | 38 Underhill Road, SE22 0QT | Semi-detached | £1,675,000 |
Sales appear in Land Registry records a few weeks to a few months after completion, so the most recent months are incomplete.
Crime and safety in SE22
Crime score: 5/10 (Average). Across the neighbourhoods we sampled there were about 114 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents a year. The England and Wales average is roughly 87.
| Most common crimes | Share |
|---|---|
| Shoplifting | 25% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 18% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 17% |
| Vehicle crime | 10% |
| Other theft | 6% |
| Burglary | 5% |
How we calculate it: police.uk street-level crime for September 2025 to August 2026 inside 8 of the 24 census neighbourhoods (LSOAs) where homes in SE22 sold, divided by their 2021 census population (13,949 residents). Busy high streets and stations push rates up because visitors are counted but don't live there. The score for one street can differ a lot, so check the exact postcode before you buy.
Schools in SE22
11 open schools have an SE22 postcode. Each name links to the school's official record, where you'll also find its Ofsted reports.
Primary schools (6)
| School | Type | Ages | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heber Primary School | Community school | 3-11 | 447 |
| Goodrich Community Primary School | Community school | 3-11 | 421 |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School Roman Catholic | Academy converter | 3-11 | 414 |
| Harris Primary Academy East Dulwich | Free schools | 4-11 | 346 |
| Goose Green Primary and Nursery School | Academy converter | 3-11 | 210 |
| Grove Primary School | Academy converter | 3-11 | 205 |
Secondary schools (3)
| School | Type | Ages | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Charter School East Dulwich | Free schools | 11-19 | 1389 |
| Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich | Academy sponsor led | 11-18 | 912 |
| Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich | Academy sponsor led | 11-18 | 809 |
Special and other schools (2)
| School | Type | Ages | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alleyn's School | Other independent school | 4-18 | 1453 |
| James Allen's Girls' School | Other independent school | 4-18 | 1223 |
Stations near SE22
| Station | Distance from the district centre |
|---|---|
| East Dulwich | 0.6 mi |
| North Dulwich | 0.7 mi |
| Nunhead | 1.2 mi |
| Forest Hill | 1.3 mi |
Council and wards
SE22 is covered by Southwark. Wards include Champion Hill, Dulwich Hill, Dulwich Village, Dulwich Wood, Goose Green and Peckham Rye.
Frequently asked questions
Is SE22 a safe area to live?
SE22 (East Dulwich) has a crime score of 5/10 (Average). Across the neighbourhoods we sampled there were about 114 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents a year, which is around the national average of roughly 87 for England and Wales. The most common type was shoplifting. Figures use police.uk data for September 2025 to August 2026.
What is the average house price in SE22?
The median sale price in SE22 (East Dulwich) was £700,000 across 396 sales between August 2025 and July 2026, according to HM Land Registry. That is 12.0% higher than the previous 12 months.
Which stations are near SE22?
The nearest stations to the centre of SE22 are East Dulwich (0.6 mi), North Dulwich (0.7 mi), Nunhead (1.2 mi) and Forest Hill (1.3 mi).
How many schools are there in SE22?
There are 11 open schools with an SE22 postcode, including 6 primary and 3 secondary schools, according to the Department for Education's Get Information About Schools register.
Which council covers SE22?
SE22 is covered by Southwark council.
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Sources: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, police.uk, ONS Census 2021 (Nomis), Get Information About Schools, OpenStreetMap and postcodes.io. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Station data © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database Licence. This guide is general information, not financial or legal advice.