Chalcroft Road is in London and in Lewisham district. SE13 5RF is located in the Lee Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewisham East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chalcroft Road, London, SE13 5RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE13 5RE, SE13 5RG, SE13 5RD, SE13 5RB, SE13 5RQ, SE13 5RA, SE13 5RH, SE13 5QP, SE13 5QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SE13 5RF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents 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 | 49.1% | 49.5% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.9% | 50.5% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SE13 5RF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.6% | 28% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 61.6% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 5.7% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 (90%) 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 | 63.9% | 56.7% | -7.2% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 24.1% | 33.3% | 9.2% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 7.6% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 SE13 5RF this area, 5.8% 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 74.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.6% | 5.8% | -9.8% | 18.2% | -12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.5% | 6.9% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -10.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 65.4% | 74.4% | 9.0% | 33.8% | 40.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 88% | 86.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 5.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.6% 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 | 90.2% | 86.6% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.7% | 86.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 10.5% | 9.2% | 9.8% | 0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 10% | 0.3% | -9.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 2.4% | 13.5% | -11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 36.1% | 46.2% | -10.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chalcroft Road was 216.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 145.9% higher than the Lee Green average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Chalcroft Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Lee Green and the 131st highest crime rate of 844 local areas in Lewisham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Chalcroft Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,022,000 | 2024-09-02 | £1,037,738 |
| 34 Chalcroft Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,225,000 | 2024-06-14 | £1,305,429 |
| 2 Chalcroft Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2021-07-30 | £1,292,316 |
| 10 Chalcroft Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2021-06-30 | £1,087,039 |
| 32 Chalcroft Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £862,500 | 2017-06-28 | £1,097,633 |
SE13 5RF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
SE13 5RF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 113 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 46 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 35 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 30 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Other | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 3,324 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel McMillan Nursery School and Children's Centre McMillan Street , Deptford SE8 3EH | 4out of 4 | 3,676 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Owen Nursery School 43 Commerell Street , Greenwich SE10 0EA | 4out of 4 | 3,996 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clyde Nursery School. Alverton Street , Deptford SE8 5NH | 4out of 4 | 4,414 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 4,940 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brindishe Manor School Leahurst Road , Lewisham SE13 5LS | 4out of 4 | 432 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brindishe Lee School Wantage Road , Lee Green SE12 8NA | 4out of 4 | 616 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brindishe Green School Beacon Road , SE13 6EH | 4out of 4 | 623 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School Lee Church Street , SE13 5SG | 4out of 4 | 627 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviour's Catholic Primary School 10 Bonfield Road , Lewisham SE13 6AL | 3out of 4 | 1,046 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prendergast School Adelaide Avenue , Brockley SE4 1LE | 4out of 4 | 2,109 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thomas Tallis School Kidbrooke Park Road , SE3 9PX | 3out of 4 | 2,246 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ursula's Convent School Crooms Hill , Greenwich SE10 8HN | 4out of 4 | 2,562 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Conisborough College Conisborough Crescent , Catford SE6 2SE | 2out of 4 | 2,744 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The John Roan School Westcombe Park Road , Blackheath SE3 7QR | 1out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,090 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 5,180 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | 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 | 491 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 1,671 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 2,261 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Young Women's Hub Brownhill Road , Brownhill Road SE6 1AU | - not rated | 1,270 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Riverston School 63-69 Eltham Road , Lee Green SE12 8UF | - not rated | 1,426 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Education-My Life Matters 5 Rosenthal Road , Catford SE6 2BX | - not rated | 1,525 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heath House Preparatory School 37 Wemyss Road , Blackheath SE3 0TG | - not rated | 1,589 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Family Learning School Capital House , RUSHEY GREEN SE6 4AS | - not rated | 1,599 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Hotel | 14-16 Staplehurst Road, London | 278 yd | |
| You Don't Bring Me Flowers | 15 Staplehurst Road, London | 280 yd | |
| Favourable Fried Chicken | 11 Staplehurst Road, London | 280 yd | |
| FERA | 33 Staplehurst Road, London | 280 yd | |
| Station Cafe | 23 Staplehurst Road, London | 280 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Tigers Head | Ye Old Tigers Head, 351 Lee High Road | 602 yd | |
| Duke of Edinburgh | Duke Of Edinburgh Public House, 394 Lee High Road | 651 yd | |
| Dirty South ( Bar only) | Dirty South, 162 Lee High Road | 663 yd | |
| Dirty South | 162 Lee High Road, London | 746 yd | |
| The Edmund Halley | 23-27 Leegate, Grove Park | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| H-2U | H-2-U, First Floor Flat | 274 yd | |
| H-2-U | First Floor Flat, 25 Staplehurst Road | 274 yd | |
| Blue Marlin Fish Bar | 17 Staplehurst Road, London | 280 yd | |
| Manor Fish Bar | 166 Manor Lane, London | 391 yd | |
| Canton Kitchen | 274B Lee High Road, London | 486 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J Sainsbury plc | Sainsbury's, 14 Burnt Ash Road | 600 yd | |
| Blackheath food centre | Ground Floor Shop, 159 Lee Road | 743 yd | |
| Co-op Late Store | Co-op Lateshop, 206 Hither Green Lane | 792 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Tesco Stores Ltd Tesco Express Unit A, Cherrywood Lodge | 890 yd | |
| Lidl | 104-120 Lee High Road, London | 982 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manor House Gardens 66A 66A TAUNTON ROAD | tennis courts | 268 yd |
| Trinity School TAUNTON ROAD | 379 yd | |
| Northbrook Church Of England School (Closed) Taunton Road | 382 yd | |
| Take Shape (Blackheath) (Closed) 17A 17A Brandram Road | health and fitness suite | 673 yd |
| The London Training Box (Closed) Hither Green Lane | health and fitness suite | 805 yd |
| Lee Green United Reformed Church BURNT ASH ROAD | 880 yd | |
| Anytime Fitness (Hither Green) CHERRYWOOD LODGE CHERRYWOOD LODGE BIRDWOOD AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 899 yd |
| Bowring Sports Ground ELTHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Leemore Day Centre LEEMORE CENTRE LEEMORE CENTRE CLARENDON RISE | 999 yd | |
| St Joseph'S Academy (Closed) Lee Terrace | 1,082 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 188 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.