Downham, London
Downham is a district of South East London, England, primarily within the London Borough of Lewisham and some parts in the London Borough of Bromley. It is located north of Bromley and south of Catford.
| Downham | |
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Downham Location within Greater London | |
| Population | 14,567 (2011 Census. Lewisham Ward) |
| OS grid reference | TQ395715 |
| • Charing Cross | 8 mi (12.9 km) NW |
| London borough |
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| Ceremonial county | Greater London |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | BROMLEY |
| Postcode district | BR1 |
| Post town | LONDON |
| Postcode district | SE6 |
| Dialling code | 020 |
| Police | Metropolitan |
| Fire | London |
| Ambulance | London |
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| London Assembly | |
Downham was named in honour of Lord Downham, who was chairman of the London County Council between 1919 and 1920.
The Prime Meridian passes just to the west of Downham.
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