Marvels Lane is in London and in Lewisham district. SE12 9PE 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 Marvels Lane, London, SE12 9PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE12 9PB, SE12 9PF, SE12 9PY, SE12 9PA, SE12 9QD, SE12 9PG, SE12 9PQ, SE12 9PX, SE12 9QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE12 9PE is primarily male, with 53.6% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 46.4% | -6.4% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 47.2% | 53.6% | 6.4% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.8% | 34.9% | -5.9% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 44.4% | 9.8% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 4.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 9.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 6.3% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 46.2% | 50.6% | 4.4% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 31.9% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 11.7% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 26.8% | 22.5% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 5.6% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 5.6% | -14.6% | 13.4% | -7.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 4.6% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 14.4% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 42.5% | 17.9% | 33.8% | 8.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 4.9% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 46.1% 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% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Black African | 10.8% | 20.6% | 9.8% | 2.5% | 18.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.6% | 9.3% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 8.3% |
| Other Black | 3.1% | 0.6% | -2.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 66.8% | 46.1% | -20.7% | 81.4% | -35.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 5.2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 3.6% |
In this area, 57.7% 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 | 76.6% | 57.7% | -18.9% | 83.2% | -25.5% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 11.6% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 7.3% | 12.2% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 9.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 8.1% | 5.0% | 5.6% | 2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.9% | 9.3% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 8.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.8% | 57.5% | -17.3% | 83.2% | -25.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 29.8% | 27.4% | 9.8% | 20.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 7.2% | 5.1% | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 3.2% | -3.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.3% | 2.3% | -12.0% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 4.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.5% | 37.2% | -9.7% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 4% | 1.7% | 2.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 8.4% | 6.5% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marvels Lane was 30.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.5% lower than the Grove Park average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Marvels Lane has the 7th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Grove Park and the 78th lowest crime rate of 827 local areas in Lewisham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Marvels Lane, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2016-01-11 | £551,152 |
| 32 Marvels Lane, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2012-10-05 | £507,184 |
| 32 Marvels Lane, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £248,500 | 2010-11-17 | £568,383 |
| 30 Marvels Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2009-07-29 | £693,439 |
| 36 Marvels Lane, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2006-10-11 | £590,450 |
SE12 9PE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper's Lane Primary School Pragnell Road , SE12 0LF | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merlin Primary School 72 Ballamore Road , Downham BR1 5LW | - not rated | 778 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Knights Primary Ballamore Road , BR1 5LW | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marvels Lane Infant School Riddons Road , Grove Park SE12 9RA | - not rated | 911 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marvels Lane Primary School Riddons Road , Grove Park SE12 9RA | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haberdashers' Knights Academy Launcelot Road , BR1 5EB | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malory School Launcelot Road , BR1 5EB | - not rated | 1,081 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Greenwich Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | 4out of 4 | 2,273 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eltham Foundation School 1 Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | - not rated | 2,273 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bonus Pastor Catholic College Winlaton Road , Downham BR1 5PZ | 4out of 4 | 2,303 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,135 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 | 2,847 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | - not rated | 4,075 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 4,430 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | - not rated | 4,430 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 4,745 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pendragon School Leahurst Road , Hither Green SE13 5HZ | - not rated | 964 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eltham College Grove Park Road , Mottingham SE9 4QF | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drumbeat School and ASD Service Roundtable Rd & Revelon Rd & Turnham Road , Downham and Brockley BR1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 1,057 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillcrest Community School South Lee Christian Centre , Baring Road SE12 0PW | - not rated | 1,404 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenvale School Waters Road , Catford SE6 1UF | 4out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Pan | 101 Chinbrook Road, Grove Park | 445 yd | |
| Burger Boulevard | 350 Baring Road, London | 484 yd | |
| Kai's Sandwich Bar | 40 Senlac Road, London | 629 yd | |
| The Filling Station | The Filling Station Cafe, 640A Downham Way | 664 yd | |
| Bubble & Squeak Cafe | 384A Baring Road, London | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bannatyne Health Club | Bannatynes Health Club, 35 Marvels Lane | 115 yd | |
| Baring Hall Hotel | 368 Baring Road, London | 585 yd | |
| Mottingham Sports Ground | London Marathon Sports Ground, Grove Park Road | 1,045 yd | |
| Centymca Sports Ground | London Marathon Pavilion And Sports, Grove Park Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Palace (London) | Perfect Chicken, 136 Marvels Lane | 152 yd | |
| Eddy's Fish Bar | 105 Chinbrook Road, Grove Park | 445 yd | |
| Beijing | 127 Chinbrook Road, Grove Park | 445 yd | |
| IL Porto | 360 Baring Road, London | 484 yd | |
| Rising Sun | 356 Baring Road, London | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, 342 Baring Road | 425 yd | |
| Marvel Stores | Costcutter - Marvels Stores, 129 Chinbrook Road | 522 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bannatyne Health Club (Grove Park) MARVELS LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 290 yd |
| City Of London School Sports Ground MARVELS LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 486 yd |
| Chinbrook Meadows MAYESWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 721 yd |
| London Marathon Sports Ground GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 896 yd |
| Mottingham Sports Ground Grove Park Road | grass pitches | 1,045 yd |
| Eltham College GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,055 yd |
| Haberdashers' Aske'S Knights Academy (Closed) LAUNCELOT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,085 yd |
| Horn Park Alnwick Road | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 119.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 196.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.95 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.