Paston Crescent is in London and in Greenwich district. SE12 9DY is located in the Middle Park & Horn Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eltham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paston Crescent, London, SE12 9DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE12 9DZ, SE12 9DU, SE12 9EA, SE12 9BU, SE12 9DT, SE12 9BT, SE12 9DX, SE12 9AN, SE12 9ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE12 9DY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 50.9% | 53.1% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 49.1% | 46.9% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 9DY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.4% 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 | 44.7% | 51.4% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.7% | 33.5% | 1.8% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 9.2% | -3.0% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 4% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 (86%) 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 | 38.8% | 51.1% | 12.3% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 34.9% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 9.9% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 2.8% | -4.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 41.5% | 25.3% | -16.2% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 12.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 16.1% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 8.8% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -8.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 30.5% | 17.9% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 8.5% | 3.2% | -5.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.1% 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 | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 3.3% | 8.9% | 5.6% | 2.5% | 6.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 4% | 3.7% | 0.5% | 3.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 82.8% | 66.1% | -16.7% | 81.4% | -15.3% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 6.3% | 6.0% | 1.6% | 4.7% |
In this area, 72.1% 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 | 84.6% | 72.1% | -12.5% | 83.2% | -11.1% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 6.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 6.5% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.3% | 5.4% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 4.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84% | 71.7% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 20.2% | 18.7% | 9.8% | 10.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 1.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.9% | 3.1% | -5.8% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| France | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 7.1% | 6.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paston Crescent was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Middle Park & Horn Park average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 138 Paston Crescent, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2005-10-13 | £479,870 |
| 138 Paston Crescent, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2002-01-11 | £392,692 |
| 148 Paston Crescent, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2001-11-09 | £422,182 |
| 148 Paston Crescent, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £54,500 | 1996-09-20 | £426,091 |
SE12 9DY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolwich Common Nursery School Woolwich Common , SE18 4DJ | - not rated | 4,928 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 5,235 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horn Park Infant School Alnwick Road , Lee SE12 9BT | - not rated | 124 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horn Park Primary School Alnwick Road , Lee SE12 9BT | - not rated | 225 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horn Park Primary School Alnwick Road , Lee SE12 9BT | - not rated | 225 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Middle Park Primary School Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5RX | - not rated | 758 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Middle Park Junior School Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5RX | - not rated | 758 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy Greenwich Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eltham Foundation School 1 Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eltham Hill School Eltham Hill , SE9 5EE | 3out of 4 | 1,544 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| International Academy of Greenwich 21 Meadowcourt Road , 1st Floor King's Church SE3 9DU | - not rated | 1,924 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Knights Academy Launcelot Road , BR1 5EB | 3out of 4 | 2,210 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | 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 | 3,274 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,374 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Post-16 Campus Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,374 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LeSoCo Lewisham Way , SE4 1UT | - not rated | 4,974 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 | 2,003 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | - not rated | 3,168 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 4,060 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | - not rated | 4,060 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 4,247 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colfe's School Horn Park Lane , Lee SE12 8AW | - not rated | 829 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Park Centre 131 Eltham Palace Road , SE9 5LX | - not rated | 870 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Oak School Eltham Palace Road , Eltham SE9 5LX | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Hillcrest Community School South Lee Christian Centre , Baring Road SE12 0PW | - not rated | 1,023 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eltham College Grove Park Road , Mottingham SE9 4QF | - not rated | 1,156 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dutch House Cafe | The Dutch House Sidcup Road | 205 yd | |
| Munchies - Capel Manor College | Hadlow College And Phoebes Garden Centre Mottingham Lane | 261 yd | |
| Kai's Sandwich Bar | 40 Senlac Road, London | 629 yd | |
| Goals Soccer Centre | Goals Soccer Centre Eltham Palace Road | 700 yd | |
| Food Dhaba Ltd | 7 Newmarket Green | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown | Flat At, The Crown, 117 Burnt Ash Hill | 780 yd | |
| The Brockleians RFC | Old Brockleians Society Eltham Palace Road | 867 yd | |
| The Summerfield Pub | 60 Baring Road, London | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reggae Shack | 141 Alnwick Road | 256 yd | |
| The King Neptune Fish Bar | 69 Sibthorpe Road | 314 yd | |
| Brother Garden | 73 Jevington Way, London | 633 yd | |
| The Frying Pan | 8 Newmarket Green | 954 yd | |
| Flavours | 10 Newmarket Green | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa | 59 - 63 Sibthorpe Road | 337 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horn Park Community Centre SIBTHORPE ROAD | 268 yd | |
| Horn Park Alnwick Road | grass pitches | 368 yd |
| Old Brockleians Sports Club OLD BROCKLEIANS SOCIETY OLD BROCKLEIANS SOCIETY ELTHAM PALACE ROAD | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Eltham) BALDON SPORTS GROUND BALDON SPORTS GROUND ELTHAM PALACE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 579 yd |
| Shapes Health Club (Closed) Westhorne Avenue | health and fitness suite | 684 yd |
| Badgers Sports Ground MIDDLE PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 852 yd |
| Colfe'S Leisure Centre COLFES SCHOOL COLFES SCHOOL HORN PARK LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 859 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Grove Park) MARVELS LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 944 yd |
| King'S Oak School ELTHAM PALACE ROAD | 984 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.