Dilhorne Close is in London and in Lewisham district. SE12 0BL is located in the Grove Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewisham East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dilhorne Close, London, SE12 0BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE12 0BD, SE12 0BZ, SE12 0BP, SE12 0DU, SE12 0DB, SE12 0BJ, SE12 0BS, SE12 0BG, SE12 0BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE12 0BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.7% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.3% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 SE12 0BL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.8% 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 | 38.9% | 53.8% | 14.9% | 37.9% | 15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.1% | 33.2% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 15.1% | 10.5% | -4.6% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 2.1% | -8.7% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.8% | 41.6% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 33.6% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 16.8% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 7.7% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.7% | 19.2% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.7% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 9.6% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6.3% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 17.6% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 35.6% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 14.1% | 0% | -14.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 57% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 3.0% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 6.7% | 10.7% | 4.0% | 2.5% | 8.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.9% | 8.1% | -1.8% | 1.0% | 7.1% |
| Other Black | 5.8% | 2% | -3.8% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 9.1% | 7.3% | 0.9% | 8.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 64.6% | 57% | -7.6% | 81.4% | -24.4% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 76.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 6.7% | 8.4% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 5% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.9% | 76.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 16.1% | 14.3% | 9.8% | 6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.8% | 2.7% | -3.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.4% | 2% | -7.4% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dilhorne Close was 95.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.2% higher than the Grove Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dilhorne Close has the 37th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Grove Park and the 418th highest crime rate of 844 local areas in Lewisham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Dilhorne Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-09-30 | £204,295 |
| 11 Dilhorne Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-09-29 | £278,255 |
| 10 Dilhorne Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2020-06-25 | £152,394 |
| 16 Dilhorne Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2018-05-18 | £215,528 |
| 9 Dilhorne Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £219,950 | 2017-05-17 | £238,012 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Temple Grove 72 Ballamore Road , BR1 5LW | - not rated | 369 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cooper's Lane Primary School Pragnell Road , SE12 0LF | 3out of 4 | 419 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Launcelot Primary School Launcelot Road , Downham BR1 5EA | 3out of 4 | 978 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marvels Lane Primary School Riddons Road , Grove Park SE12 9RA | 3out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Good Shepherd RC School Moorside Road , Downham BR1 5EP | 3out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy Launcelot Road , BR1 5EB | 3out of 4 | 755 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bonus Pastor Catholic College Winlaton Road , Downham BR1 5PZ | 4out of 4 | 1,892 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Conisborough College Conisborough Crescent , Catford SE6 2SE | 2out of 4 | 2,379 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Greenwich Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | 4out of 4 | 2,581 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eltham Hill School Eltham Hill , SE9 5EE | 3out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 4,053 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 2,791 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 4,015 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 4,128 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 4,587 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drumbeat School and ASD Service Roundtable Rd & Revelon Rd , Downham and Brockley BR1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 641 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eltham College Grove Park Road , Mottingham SE9 4QF | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Woodlands School Shroffold Road , BR1 5PD | 3out of 4 | 1,532 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colfe's School Horn Park Lane , Lee SE12 8AW | - not rated | 2,020 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Young Women's Hub Brownhill Road , Brownhill Road SE6 1AU | - not rated | 2,205 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger Boulevard | 350 Baring Road, London | 155 yd | |
| The Filling Station | The Filling Station Cafe, 640A Downham Way | 360 yd | |
| Bubble & Squeak Cafe | 384A Baring Road, London | 439 yd | |
| Indian Pan | 101 Chinbrook Road, Grove Park | 576 yd | |
| Kai's Sandwich Bar | 40 Senlac Road, London | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baring Hall Hotel | 368 Baring Road, London | 291 yd | |
| Bannatyne Health Club | Bannatynes Health Club, 35 Marvels Lane | 394 yd | |
| The Downham Tavern | Downham Tavern, Downham Way | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| IL Porto | 360 Baring Road, London | 155 yd | |
| Rising Sun | 356 Baring Road, London | 155 yd | |
| Perfect Fried Chicken | 644A Downham Way, Bromley | 360 yd | |
| Mr Chippy | 636 Downham Way, Bromley | 360 yd | |
| Meta Fried Chicken Ltd | 640 Downham Way, Bromley | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, 342 Baring Road | 93 yd | |
| Marvel Stores | Costcutter - Marvels Stores, 129 Chinbrook Road | 673 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bannatyne Health Club (Grove Park) MARVELS LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 547 yd |
| Chinbrook Meadows MAYESWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 693 yd |
| City Of London School Sports Ground MARVELS LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 760 yd |
| Haberdashers' Aske'S Knights Academy (Closed) LAUNCELOT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 771 yd |
| Westminster Fields WELBECK AVENUE | grass pitches | 968 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 | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.