Albert Embankment is in London and in Lambeth district. SE1 7TL is located in the Vauxhall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vauxhall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE1 7GS, SE1 7TY, SE1 7GJ, SE11 5ER, SE11 5EP, SE1 7GG, SE11 5EF, SE1 7FY, SE11 5HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE1 7TL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 40.7% | 50.8% | 10.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 59.3% | 49.2% | -10.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SE1 7TL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 76.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 67.8% | 76.1% | 8.3% | 37.9% | 38.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.6% | 14.6% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -29.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 4% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56% | 61% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 12.6% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 31.3% | -5.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 6% | 7.7% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SE1 7TL this area, 7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 63.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.1% | 7% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 2% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -7.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.6% | 2.3% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -11.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.4% | 19.6% | 15.2% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.4% | 63.1% | 2.7% | 33.8% | 29.3% |
| Other | 11.9% | 4.7% | -7.2% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 47.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 23.3% | 22.5% | 0.7% | 22.6% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 5.6% | 3.2% | -2.4% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 6.3% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 3.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| Other Black | 4% | 1.6% | -2.4% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 68.5% | 47.3% | -21.2% | 81.4% | -34.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, just 37.5% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.8% | 37.5% | -13.3% | 83.2% | -45.7% |
| European Union | 18.5% | 16.4% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 10.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.9% |
| Africa | 5.2% | 4.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.1% | 29.7% | 19.6% | 5.6% | 24.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 9.3% | 6.2% | -3.1% | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| Oceania | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 37.5% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 17.3% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 50% | 37.5% | -12.5% | 83.2% | -45.7% |
| 10+ Years | 7.3% | 17.3% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.5% | 4.6% | -5.9% | 2.9% | 1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.9% | 6.5% | -6.4% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 19.4% | 34.1% | 14.7% | 1.9% | 32.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.9% | 76.7% | -23.8% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 18.2% | 0.3% | 17.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 2.2% | 13.5% | -11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 35.8% | 46.2% | -10.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albert Embankment was 491.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 308.1% higher than the Kennington average. The most reported crime type was Theft from the person.
Albert Embankment has the 22nd highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Kennington and the 57th highest crime rate of 793 local areas in Lambeth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 131.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Albert Embankment, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £2,300,000 | 2023-12-15 | £2,241,386 |
| Unit 30 - 34 Albert Embankment, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £13,330 | 2021-02-18 | £12,731 |
| Storage Locker 10 Eastbury House, 30 - 34 Albert Embankment, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £27,200 | 2020-06-25 | £26,891 |
| Storage Locker 4 30 - 34 Albert Embankment, London, Greater London Other, a newly built property | £42,800 | 2017-12-15 | £42,445 |
SE1 7TL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in SE1 7TL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tachbrook Nursery School Aylesford Street , SW1V 3RT | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethelred Nursery School and Children's Centre 1 Gundulf Street , SE11 6BG | 4out of 4 | 955 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Children & Family Centre Tower Mill Road , Off Coleman Road SE15 6BY | 3out of 4 | 3,403 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelsea Open Air Nursery School 51 Glebe Place , Chelsea SW3 5JE | 4out of 4 | 3,469 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 25 William Bonney Estate , Clapham Crescent SW4 7JQ | 4out of 4 | 3,624 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbank Academy Millbank Academy , SW1P 4HR | 4out of 4 | 498 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vauxhall Primary School Vauxhall Street , SE11 5LG | 4out of 4 | 515 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westminster Cathedral RC Primary School Bessborough Place , SW1V 3SE | 3out of 4 | 625 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School 6 Durham Street , SE11 5JA | 3out of 4 | 664 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary School Harleyford Road , Kennington SE11 5SL | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lilian Baylis Technology School 323 Kennington Lane , Kennington SE11 5QY | 4out of 4 | 691 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pimlico Academy Lupus Street , Pimlico SW1V 3AT | 4out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grey Coat Hospital Greycoat Place , SW1P 2DY | 4out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Archbishop Tenison's School 55 Kennington Oval , SE11 5SR | 1out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy South Bank 75 Westminster Bridge Road , SE1 7HS | 4out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Marine Society College of the Sea 200b Lambeth Road , SE1 7JY | - not rated | 885 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College London Maths School 80 Kennington Road , SE11 6NJ | - not rated | 1,178 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Westminster Sixth Form Steel House, 11 Tothill Street , Westminster SW1H 9LH | - not rated | 1,261 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley College 61 Westminster Bridge Road , Waterloo SE1 7HT | - not rated | 1,432 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City Lit Keeley Street , Covent Garden WC2B 4BA | - not rated | 3,026 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 2,612 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark King Solomon Academy Penfold Street , NW1 6RU | 4out of 4 | 5,092 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairley House School 30 Causton Street , SW1P 4AU | - not rated | 553 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westminster Under School Adrian House , 27 Vincent Square SW1P 2NN | - not rated | 775 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Octavia House Schools 214b Kennington Road , SE11 6AU | - not rated | 963 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Evelina Hospital School Westminster Bridge Road , St Thomas' Hospital SE1 7EH | 4out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westminster School Little Dean's Yard , SW1P 3PF | - not rated | 1,024 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pico Bar And Grill | 74 Albert Embankment, London | 3 yd | |
| Casa Madeira | Arch 46B Albert Embankment, London | 4 yd | |
| Madeira Cafe | Arch 46A Albert Embankment, London | 4 yd | |
| Spring Gardens Cafe | 5 Glasshouse Walk, London | 89 yd | |
| Lovage | 5 Glasshouse Walk, London | 89 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose | 35 Albert Embankment, London | 4 yd | |
| The Black Dog | 112 Vauxhall Walk, London | 155 yd | |
| Ashtar Lounge | Arches 80 To 81, Albert Embankment | 215 yd | |
| Mother Kelly's | Arch 76 Albert Embankment, London | 312 yd | |
| Zeitgeist @ The Jolly Gardeners | The Jolly Gardeners Public House, 49-51 Black Prince Road | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger And Beyond | Arch 112, Randall Road | 164 yd | |
| The Pizza Room | Arch 112, Randall Road | 164 yd | |
| Butchies Unit 6 | Arch 112, Randall Road | 164 yd | |
| Yummy Vegan Unit 8 | Arch 112, Randall Road | 164 yd | |
| Panza Mia | Arch 112, Randall Road | 164 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 7 - 11 South Lambeth Place, London | 497 yd | |
| Waitrose | 3 Bondway, London | 586 yd | |
| Tesco | Block F, St George Wharf, London, London | 676 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores, Kennington Lane | 769 yd | |
| Tesco | 216 Kennington Road, London | 833 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crossfit Se11 RAILWAY ARCH 103 RAILWAY ARCH 103 TINWORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 77 yd |
| Paris Gymnasium (Closed) 73-74 73-74 Goding Street | health and fitness suite | 318 yd |
| The Gym (London Vauxhall) 6a 6a St. George Wharf | health and fitness suite | 452 yd |
| Lilian Baylis Technology School Kennington Lane | artificial grass pitch | 526 yd |
| Black Prince Community Hub BEAUFOY WALK | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 618 yd |
| Alford House Youth Club ALFORD HOUSE ALFORD HOUSE AVELINE STREET | health and fitness suite | 666 yd |
| The Grey Coat Hospital School (St Michaels) REGENCY STREET | 765 yd | |
| Defra NOBEL HOUSE NOBEL HOUSE SMITH SQUARE | 775 yd | |
| Archbishop Davidsons Institute Youth & Community Centre Youth & Community Centre Lambeth Road | 786 yd | |
| Vauxhall Park FENTIMAN ROAD | tennis courts | 850 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 2.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.