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85,596
Population
30,000
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£66,524
Avg. household income
2,690
Businesses
7,170
People per km²
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About Shooters Hill

Shooters Hill is located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, within Greater London. It is situated in the SE18 postcode area and is known for its elevated position, providing views over the surrounding landscape. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles, from Victorian homes to more modern developments.

The hill is also home to several parks and green spaces, including Oxleas Wood, which offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. Shooters Hill has a variety of local amenities, including shops, schools, and public transport links, making it a practical choice for residents. The area is well-connected to central London, allowing for easy access to the capital's numerous attractions.

School Ratings in Shooters Hill

Shooters Hill is served by 487 schools. Eglinton Children's Centre, St Peter's Catholic Primary School and Ark Greenwich Free School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shooters Hill

Property prices average £452K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £404K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shooters Hill

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Shooters Hill, with 327 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shooters Hill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shooters Hill falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Healthcare in Shooters Hill

There are 64 GP surgeries within three miles of Shooters Hill, the nearest being Hazelwood (93 yards away).

Local Data for Shooters Hill

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Property Prices 7,748 sales

Average Price £452K
£100 , £46.1M
Detached £667K 87
Semi £470K 398
Terraced £424K 2,440
Flat £404K 4,525

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

259 Primary
58 Secondary
170 Other
Outstanding 6
Good 11
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SE18 postcode area.

Christ Church Church of England Primary School, Shooters Hill Primary Good 0.2 miles Shooters Hill Sixth Form College 16 plus Good 0.3 miles Deansfield Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Ark Greenwich Free School Secondary Outstanding 0.6 miles Eglinton Children's Centre Outstanding 0.6 miles Eglinton Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Plumcroft Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Notre Dame Catholic Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Shooter's Hill Children's Centre 0.8 miles Gordon Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles Kidbrooke Park Primary School Primary 1 miles

Household Income in Shooters Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Shooters Hill is approximately £66,524 a year before tax, 20% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,917. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Shooters Hill £66,524
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £47,917.

Businesses in Shooters Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,690 active businesses based in Shooters Hill, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 32 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,690 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Shooters Hill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shooters Hill in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
3/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 70%
Older 65+ 9%
18,385 Children (0-15) 21%
60,870 Working Age 70%
8,157 Older (65+) 9%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.4% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 40.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Shooters Hill 1,349 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Shooters Hill is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 478
Anti-Social Behaviour 327
Other Theft 92
Vehicle Crime 85
Public Order 82
Drugs 74
Shoplifting 53
Burglary 44
Robbery 33
Other Crime 27
Theft from Person 24
Weapons 16
Bicycle Theft 11
Criminal Damage & Arson 3
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Falconwood Train Station 1 miles
Eltham Train Station 1.2 miles
Woolwich Arsenal Train Station 1.5 miles
Woolwich Dockyard Train Station 1.6 miles
Plumstead Train Station 1.7 miles
Welling Train Station 1.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kidbrooke 1.2 miles Plumstead Common 1.4 miles Falconwood 1.4 miles Plumstead 1.4 miles Eltham 1.4 miles Avery Hill 1.4 miles Charlton 1.8 miles Blackfen 1.8 miles Woolwich 1.9 miles North Woolwich 1.9 miles Blackheath Park 2 miles East Wickham 2 miles

Local Government

District Greenwich
Ward Plumstead & Glyndon
Constituency Greenwich and Woolwich
Parish Greenwich, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Shooters Hill

Of the 33,848 households in and around Shooters Hill, 36% are owned, 35% are socially rented and 30% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 36% Social rented 35% Private rented 30%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Shooters Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shooters Hill

What is the population of Shooters Hill?
Shooters Hill has a population of approximately 85,596 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Shooters Hill?
The average property in and around Shooters Hill sold for about £452,017, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 29% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Shooters Hill a deprived area?
Shooters Hill sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Shooters Hill?
Shooters Hill is covered by the SE18 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Shooters Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Shooters Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Shooters Hill?
The nearest railway station to Shooters Hill is Falconwood Train Station, about 1 miles away.

Streets in SE18 30 shown View all streets

Aberford Gardens 1 Abery Street 2 Academy Place 2 Acland Close 1 Admaston Road 4 Alabama Street 4 Albatross Street 2 Alliance Road 5 Amar Court 1 Amardeep Court 1 Ancaster Street 2 Ancona Road 4 Anglesea Avenue 1 Anglesea Road 1 Ankerdine Crescent 8 Ann Street 3 Apelles Street 1 Argyll Road 3 Armstrong Road 2 Arsenal Way 5 Arthur Grove 5 Artillery Place 3 Artillery Square 2 Ashlar Place 1 Ashmore Road 4 Ashridge Crescent 3 Baker Road 1 Balgowan Street 2 Bannockburn Road 3 Barden Street 2

Postcodes in SE18 50 shown View all postcodes

SE18 1AA SE18 1AB SE18 1AD SE18 1AE SE18 1AF SE18 1AG SE18 1AH SE18 1AL SE18 1AN SE18 1AP SE18 1AQ SE18 1AR SE18 1AS SE18 1AT SE18 1AU SE18 1AW SE18 1AX SE18 1AY SE18 1AZ SE18 1BA SE18 1BB SE18 1BF SE18 1BG SE18 1BH SE18 1BJ SE18 1BL SE18 1BN SE18 1BQ SE18 1BS SE18 1BT SE18 1BU SE18 1BW SE18 1BX SE18 1BY SE18 1BZ SE18 1DA SE18 1DB SE18 1DD SE18 1DE SE18 1DF SE18 1DG SE18 1DJ SE18 1DL SE18 1DN SE18 1DP SE18 1DQ SE18 1DR SE18 1DS SE18 1DU SE18 1DW