Tarves Way is in London and in Greenwich district. SE10 9JU is located in the Greenwich Creekside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Greenwich and Woolwich. This postcode has been in use since 2008-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tarves Way, London, SE10 9JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE10 9QN, SE10 9QW, SE10 9JP, SE10 9LL, SE10 9QR, SE10 9LF, SE10 9JX, SE10 9JG, SE10 9QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE10 9JU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 53.9% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 46.1% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 SE10 9JU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.5% 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 | 70.1% | 55.5% | -14.6% | 37.9% | 17.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.2% | 32.9% | 9.7% | 44.2% | -11.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 6.2% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
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 (91%) 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 | 57.8% | 60.5% | 2.7% | 48.4% | 12.1% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 30.5% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 6.7% | 7.9% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
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 56.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 11.6% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.8% | 4.8% | 1.0% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 11% | 2.0% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.1% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.8% | 56.8% | -1.0% | 33.8% | 23.0% |
| Other | 6.6% | 0.7% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 50% 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 | 6% | 7.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 6.7% |
| Indian | 4.1% | 3.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 9.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 7.5% |
| Black African | 8.2% | 9.1% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 6.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.9% | 3.4% | -1.5% | 1.0% | 2.4% |
| Other Black | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 4.5% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 3.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 5.2% | 4% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 3.2% |
| White | 54.1% | 50% | -4.1% | 81.4% | -31.4% |
| Arab | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 52.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.7% | 52.2% | -4.5% | 83.2% | -31.0% |
| European Union | 11.9% | 16.9% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 10.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.6% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 4.3% |
| Africa | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 5.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.1% | 14% | 0.9% | 5.6% | 8.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.2% | 3.9% | -1.3% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Oceania | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 54.5% | 52.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -30.7% |
| 10+ Years | 11.6% | 25.4% | 13.8% | 9.8% | 15.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.3% | 10.7% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.4% | 7.9% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 5.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.2% | 3.4% | -10.8% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 7.4% | 1.5% | 5.9% |
| Other Europe | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.1% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32% | 37.2% | -5.2% |
| Christian | 38.2% | 46.2% | -8.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 12.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 12.9% | 6.0% | 6.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tarves Way was 120.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.0% lower than the Greenwich Creekside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tarves Way has the 29th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Greenwich Creekside and the 276th highest crime rate of 755 local areas in Greenwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 13 25 Tarves Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2025-05-14 | £402,039 |
| Flat 31 25 Tarves Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-06-20 | £415,783 |
| Flat 26 25 Tarves Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-12-12 | £438,796 |
| Unit 6 25 Tarves Way, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2022-11-25 | £369,990 |
| Unit 7B 27 Tarves Way, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2019-06-04 | £394,616 |
SE10 9JU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 SE10 9JU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Retired | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 40 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel McMillan Nursery School and Children's Centre McMillan Street , Deptford SE8 3EH | - not rated | 720 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clyde Nursery School. Alverton Street , Deptford SE8 5NH | 3out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Owen Nursery School 43 Commerell Street , Greenwich SE10 0EA | 4out of 4 | 1,930 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 3,237 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , Peckham SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 3,801 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Wolfe Junior School Randall Place , Greenwich SE10 9LA | - not rated | 123 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| James Wolfe Infant School Randall Place , Greenwich SE10 9LA | - not rated | 123 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alfege with St Peter's Church of England Primary School Creek Road , Greenwich SE10 9RB | 3out of 4 | 398 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Wolfe Primary School and Centre for the Deaf Royal Hill , SE10 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 496 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tidemill Academy 11 Giffin Street , SE8 4RJ | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ursula's Convent School Crooms Hill , Greenwich SE10 8HN | 2out of 4 | 762 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Addey and Stanhope School 472 New Cross Road , New Cross SE14 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Green's School 100 Manchester Road , Isle of Dogs E14 3DW | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deptford Green School Edward Street , New Cross SE14 6AN | 3out of 4 | 1,659 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The John Roan School Westcombe Park Road , Blackheath SE3 7QR | 3out of 4 | 1,812 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LeSoCo Lewisham Way , SE4 1UT | - not rated | 1,540 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 2,033 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossways Sixth Form Sprules Road , Brockley SE4 2NL | - not rated | 2,373 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New City College Poplar High Street , Poplar E14 0AF | - not rated | 3,635 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwark College Bermondsey Centre , Keetons Road SE16 4EE | - not rated | 4,180 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | - not rated | 1,827 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | - not rated | 2,091 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 3,316 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 3,664 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Laban Laban , Creekside SE8 3DZ | - not rated | 413 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellerbys College London Bounty House , Stowage SE8 3DE | - not rated | 648 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellerbys College London Bounty House , Stowage SE8 3DE | - not rated | 648 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayflower Independant School 6 Melba Way , Off John Penn Road SE13 7QY | - not rated | 889 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Greenwich Maritime Greenwich Campus , Old Royal Naval College SE10 9LS | - not rated | 1,068 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davy's Wine Vault | 163 - 165 Greenwich High Road | 143 yd | |
| 18Grams | 23 Lovibond Lane | 154 yd | |
| Banh Mi Leo | 19 Lovibond Lane | 179 yd | |
| G-West Cafe | 141 Greenwich High Road | 212 yd | |
| The Bell Cafe & Multi Cuisine Restaurant | 18 Haddo Street | 218 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belushi's | Belushis, 189 Greenwich High Road | 171 yd | |
| The Old Joinery | Unit 1, Ravensbourne Wharf Norman Road | 263 yd | |
| North Pole Bar & Restaurant | 131 Greenwich High Road | 280 yd | |
| Ashburnham Arms | Ashburnham Arms, 25 Ashburnham Grove | 368 yd | |
| The Morden Arms | Morden Arms, 1 Brand Street | 392 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmeen's Kitchen | Unit 6, Greenwich Business Park, 53 Norman Road | 147 yd | |
| Bennyscuisine and catering services | Unit 6, Greenwich Business Park, 53 Norman Road | 147 yd | |
| Waffle Sidechick | Unit 6, Greenwich Business Park, 53 Norman Road | 147 yd | |
| Mikos Gyros | Unit 15, Greenwich Business Park, 53 Norman Road | 147 yd | |
| London Naru | 21 Lovibond Lane | 208 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 231 - 235 Greenwich High Road | 249 yd | |
| Aldi | 243 - 247 Greenwich High Road | 271 yd | |
| Art of Zero Living | 18 Royal Hill | 387 yd | |
| Tesco | 308 Creek Road | 402 yd | |
| Waitrose | 1 Victoria Parade | 438 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Greenwich Community Centre GREENWICH HIGH ROAD | 210 yd | |
| Pure Gym (London Greenwich Movement) BELLVILLE HOUSE BELLVILLE HOUSE LOVIBOND LANE | health and fitness suite | 244 yd |
| The Greenwich Centre The Greenwich Centre The Greenwich Centre Greenwich | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 285 yd |
| The Gym (London Cutty Sark) CREEK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 348 yd |
| Beefs & Babes (Greenwich) HORSEFERRY PLACE | health and fitness suite | 482 yd |
| Pure Gym (London Greenwich) 48 - 80 48 - 80 Greenwich High Road | health and fitness suite | 632 yd |
| Wavelengths Leisure Centre WAVELENGTHS LEISURE CENTRE WAVELENGTHS LEISURE CENTRE GIFFIN STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 663 yd |
| St Ursulas Convent School CROOMS HILL | 715 yd | |
| Tidemill Academy GIFFIN STREET | 766 yd | |
| Lewisham Southwark College (Closed) Deptford Church Street | health and fitness suite | 816 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 124.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 82.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.