Lewisham is a southeast London area, six miles south of Charing Cross, with a large shopping centre and street market. It is recognised as one of 35 major centres in Greater London and has a population of around 60,000.
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Lewisham is an area of southeast London, England, situated six miles south of Charing Cross. It serves as the principal area of the London Borough of Lewisham, which is governed by Lewisham London Borough Council. Historically part of Kent until 1889, the locality now lies within Greater London. The council is the local authority responsible for services and governance in the area. Lewisham is identified in the London Plan as one of 35 major centres in Greater London, featuring a large shopping centre and a street market that attract visitors from surrounding districts. According to the 2011 census, the population of Lewisham was 60,573, reflecting a moderately sized community within a metropolitan setting. The postal district SE 3 covers this locality, providing a specific address context for residents and visitors alike.