Lewisham
| Estimated LGBT population | 14,935 * |
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| Political party control | Labour |
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Overview
The London borough of Lewisham has an estimated LGBT population of 14,935 with 1,070 same-sex households according to the 2001 census. The borough is made up of 18 wards; Bellingham, Blackheath, Brockley, Catford South, Crofton Park, Downham, Evelyn, Forest Hill, Grove Park, Ladywell, Lee Green, Lewisham Central, New Cross, Perry vale, Rushey Green, Sydenham, Telegraph Hill and Whitefoot.
Political make-up
54 councillors are elected to serve the people of Lewisham. Lewisham is a Labour-controlled council, with 39 Labour councillors, 12 Liberal Democrat, 2 Conservative and 1 Green party councillor.
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