Best postcodes in Southwark for families
Ranked by a weighted score that prioritises school quality (40%), safety (35%), transport links (15%) and environment (10%). Data from Ofsted, police.uk, TfL and ONS for every postcode in Southwark.
Score formula: Schools 40% · Safety 35% · Transport 15% · Environment 10%
Southwark — Families overview
Avg good schools %
97%
Avg safety score
68/100
Avg environment
53/100
Avg Zone 1 journey
34 min
Top postcodes in Southwark for families
Top 15 postcodes. Click any postcode for the full area report.
Is Southwark good for families?
Southwark is one of London's stronger boroughs for families, with 97% of schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
The postcodes above are ranked using LondonIQ's family score: school quality (40%), safety (35%), transport links (15%) and environment (10%). Each postcode links to a full report covering crime rates, Ofsted-rated schools nearby, transport connections and property prices — all from official sources.
Comparing across London? See our full London-wide ranking of the best areas for families in London to see how Southwark compares with all 33 boroughs.
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