Peckham
§ This page provides an overview of a UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area.
Peckham, in south London, is a vibrant area known for its creative energy, diverse food scene, and lively markets. Rye Lane offers a mix of independent shops and global cuisine, while Peckham Rye Park and Common provide large green spaces. The area is also home to rooftop bars, art galleries, and excellent Overground connections.
Wards in Peckham
Peckham is divided into 7 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Faraday
- North Walworth
- Nunhead & Queen's Road
- Old Kent Road
- Peckham
- Rye Lane
- St Giles
Peckham is a constituency that covers these wards in Southwark.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 20,839 | 18.91% | 1,896,862 | 21.39% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 12,829 | 11.64% | 804,899 | 9.08% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 25,794 | 23.41% | 1,598,208 | 18.03% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 22,862 | 20.75% | 1,983,717 | 22.37% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 18,597 | 16.88% | 1,511,939 | 17.05% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 9,283 | 8.42% | 1,070,555 | 12.07% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 31,586 | 29.22% | 36.81% | 74.42% |
| African | 22,796 | 21.09% | 7.92% | 2.50% |
| Other White | 11,015 | 10.19% | 14.67% | 6.15% |
| Caribbean | 9,195 | 8.51% | 3.93% | 1.05% |
| Any other ethnic group | 7,267 | 6.72% | 4.74% | 1.55% |
| Other Black | 5,168 | 4.78% | 1.66% | 0.50% |
| Other Asian | 2,971 | 2.75% | 4.56% | 1.63% |
| Chinese | 2,726 | 2.52% | 1.68% | 0.75% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 2,720 | 2.52% | 1.94% | 0.78% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 2,664 | 2.46% | 1.51% | 0.86% |
| Bangladeshi | 2,091 | 1.93% | 3.66% | 1.08% |
| Irish | 1,734 | 1.60% | 1.78% | 0.85% |
| Indian | 1,317 | 1.22% | 7.46% | 3.13% |
| White and Asian | 1,291 | 1.19% | 1.42% | 0.82% |
| White and Black African | 1,275 | 1.18% | 0.88% | 0.42% |
| Arab | 1,118 | 1.03% | 1.59% | 0.56% |
| Pakistani | 683 | 0.63% | 3.30% | 2.66% |
| Roma | 391 | 0.36% | 0.43% | 0.17% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 97 | 0.09% | 0.08% | 0.11% |