SE16 encompasses Rotherhithe and surrounding areas south of the Thames, characterised by mixed residential and industrial heritage. Over the past five years, property prices have declined at a compound annual rate of 0.6%, whilst rental growth has averaged 5.0% annually, indicating a rental-led market dynamic. Population growth remained minimal at 0.1% over the same period. The district scores 40.6 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, placing it in the average range nationally at the 7th percentile. Currently classified as early-stage gentrification, SE16 presents a divergence between capital appreciation and rental yields, reflecting broader market patterns in south London regeneration zones undergoing incremental change.
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- 1Property prices down 0.4% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.0% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.1% per year
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What's changing in Rotherhithe · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.6 points this month to 41/100, driven mainly by demand.
1 planning application submitted in SE16 over the last six months.
Rotherhithe (SE16) common questions
Is Rotherhithe up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Rotherhithe (SE16) as Early. Its trajectory score is 41/100 (Average), in the top 91% of districts nationally. The score is up 4.7 points over the last 12 months.
Is Rotherhithe safe?
Rotherhithe has a safety score of 51/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Rotherhithe?
The average property price in Rotherhithe (SE16) is £1.09m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.4% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Rotherhithe?
The median monthly rent in Rotherhithe (SE16) is £2,367 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Rotherhithe?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Crystal Palace (SE19), Walworth (SE17), Winchmore Hill (N21), Bow (E3), Southgate (N14). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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