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About Avery Hill
Avery Hill is a town in Greater London, England. Addresses here fall under the SE9 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Blackfen and Falconwood.
Around 65,833 people live in Avery Hill, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Avery Hill sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Avery Hill
Families in Avery Hill have access to 389 local schools. St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Serenity School Eltham and Harris Academy Greenwich are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 20 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Avery Hill
Homes sell for an average of £464K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £465K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Avery Hill
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Avery Hill, with 142 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Avery Hill
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Avery Hill around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Avery Hill
There are 56 GP surgeries within three miles of Avery Hill, the nearest being Woodlands Surgery (0.9 miles away).
Local Data for Avery Hill
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Property Prices 6,321 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SE9 postcode area.
Household Income in Avery Hill ONS 2023
The average total household income in Avery Hill is approximately £74,266 a year before tax, 34% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £50,586. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £50,586.
Businesses in Avery Hill ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,282 active businesses based in Avery Hill, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Avery Hill IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Avery Hill are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Avery Hill 790 crimes · April 2026
Crime figures for Avery Hill are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Avery Hill
Of the 25,634 households in and around Avery Hill, 59% are owned, 27% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Avery Hill.