Brunel Road is in London and in Southwark district. SE16 5GE is located in the Rotherhithe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bermondsey and Old Southwark. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brunel Road, London, SE16 5GE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE16 5QR, SE16 7RD, SE16 5QN, SE16 5QQ, SE16 5GA, SE16 5QL, SE16 5GD, SE16 5QT, SE16 7DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE16 5GE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.1% | 50.8% | 4.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 53.9% | 49.2% | -4.7% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 SE16 5GE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 65.3% 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 | 65.7% | 65.3% | -0.4% | 37.9% | 27.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.5% | 22.4% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -21.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 3.7% | 4.7% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 (94.9%) 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 | 64.9% | 62.7% | -2.2% | 48.4% | 14.3% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 32.2% | 2.7% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 4.3% | 4.6% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -8.1% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -3.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 SE16 5GE this area, 2.4% 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 79.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -15.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 9.6% | -5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -11.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.6% | 9.1% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -7.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 75.5% | 79.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 45.9% |
| Other | 11% | 1.5% | -9.5% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.7% 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 | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 7.8% | 4.9% | -2.9% | 0.7% | 4.2% |
| Indian | 6.7% | 5.1% | -1.6% | 3.1% | 2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 71% | 69.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | -11.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, just 46.2% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 39.1% | 46.2% | 7.1% | 83.2% | -37.0% |
| European Union | 19% | 24.6% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 18.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 10.7% | 3% | -7.7% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 16.6% | 14.3% | -2.3% | 5.6% | 8.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.8% | 6.2% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| Oceania | 5.4% | 3% | -2.4% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 46.2% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 20.5% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 38.6% | 46.2% | 7.6% | 83.2% | -37.0% |
| 10+ Years | 15% | 20.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | 10.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 15.3% | 14.6% | -0.7% | 2.9% | 11.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 16.6% | 11.9% | -4.7% | 2.2% | 9.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.5% | 6.8% | -7.7% | 1.9% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.1% | 76.7% | -15.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Germany | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Italy | 6.8% | 0.6% | 6.2% |
| Portugal | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Spain | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Other Europe | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 1.6% | 13.5% | -11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 26.3% | 46.2% | -19.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Hindu | 3.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 15.3% | 6.0% | 9.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brunel Road was 91.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.3% lower than the Rotherhithe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Brunel Road has the 20th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Rotherhithe and the 266th lowest crime rate of 769 local areas in Southwark .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% 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 72 Nelson Court Brunel Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2017-04-07 | £482,238 |
| Flat 68 Nelson Court Brunel Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2014-06-20 | £499,468 |
| Flat 68 Nelson Court Brunel Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £461,000 | 2014-06-20 | £511,677 |
| Flat 70 Nelson Court Brunel Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2012-02-24 | £446,434 |
| Flat 66 Nelson Court Brunel Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2008-05-23 | £520,382 |
SE16 5GE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 239 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 71 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 58 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 26 |
| Education | 20 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Church Nursery School Walter Terrace , Stepney E1 0RJ | - not rated | 1,582 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alice Model Nursery School 14 Beaumont Grove , Stepney E1 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 2,173 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kintore Way Nursery School and Children's Centre 97-102 Grange Road , SE1 3BW | 4out of 4 | 2,281 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Roberts Nursery School Harford Street , Stepney E1 4PZ | - not rated | 2,311 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clyde Nursery School. Alverton Street , Deptford SE8 5NH | 3out of 4 | 2,590 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Primary School Albion Street , Rotherhithe SE16 7JD | 3out of 4 | 435 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School Garnet Street , E1W 3QT | 4out of 4 | 561 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfred Salter Primary School Quebec Way , Rotherhithe SE16 7LP | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peter Hills with St Mary's and St Paul's CofE Primary School 2 Beatson Walk , Rotherhithe SE16 5ED | 3out of 4 | 634 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Roman Catholic Primary School St Elmo's Road , Rotherhithe SE16 6SD | - not rated | 703 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacon's College Timber Pond Road , SE16 6AT | 3out of 4 | 555 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacon's College Timber Pond Road , Rotherhithe SE16 6AT | - not rated | 653 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Catholic School 352 Commercial Road , E1 0LB | 3out of 4 | 1,233 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Catholic School 352 Commercial Road , E1 0LB | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Boys' School 352 Commercial Road , E1 0LB | - not rated | 1,238 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwark College Bermondsey Centre , Keetons Road SE16 4EE | - not rated | 1,271 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New City College Poplar High Street , Poplar E14 0AF | - not rated | 2,559 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Workers' Educational Association 4 Luke Street , EC2A 4XW | - not rated | 3,482 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East London Arts & Music Maltings Close , Bromley By Bow E3 3TA | - not rated | 4,003 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hackney Community College Shoreditch Campus , Falkirk Street N1 6HQ | - not rated | 4,025 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Way Trust School 125 St Paul's Way , E3 4FT | 3out of 4 | 2,643 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Way Trust School 125 St Paul's Way , E3 4FT | - not rated | 2,643 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 3,260 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bobby Moore Academy 1 Siding Street , Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park E20 2AE | 3out of 4 | 4,821 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 5,417 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bermondsey School Albion Street , Rotherhithe CIVIC Centre SE16 7BS | - not rated | 492 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pier Head Preparatory Montessori School 3-4 Shadwell Pier Head , Glamis Road E1W 3TD | - not rated | 609 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacon's College Timber Pond Road , Rotherhithe SE16 6AT | - not rated | 653 yd | City technology college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bosco Centre College Bosco Centre , 281 Jamaica Road SE16 4RS | - not rated | 818 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Gables Montessori Primary School 4 Wapping Lane , E1W 2RG | - not rated | 992 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunel cafe | Brunel Engine House | 331 yd | |
| Simplicity restaurant | 1 | 368 yd | |
| Accent catering ltd | Albion Primary School | 433 yd | |
| Sands film studio & pic library | 82 | 435 yd | |
| Sichuan grand chinese restaurant | 35-37 | 452 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old salt quay | 163 | 140 yd | |
| The brunel | Adam And Eve Public House, 47 | 261 yd | |
| The mayflower | 117 | 322 yd | |
| The midnight apothecary | Brunel Engine House | 331 yd | |
| The ship | Ship, 39-47 | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf and bean | Rotherhithe Railway Station | 333 yd | |
| Bello De Nonna | Unit G02, Metropolitan Wharf Building, 70 Wapping Wall | 450 yd | |
| Squid Markets | Brussels Wharf, Wapping Wall | 495 yd | |
| Albion fish bar | 36 | 528 yd | |
| Lola's cupcakes | Canada Water Underground Station | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mogul | Shop Unit 2 Gwent Court | 588 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 30-32 | 600 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 70 Wapping Lane | 651 yd | |
| Tesco | 1 Surrey Quays Shopping Centre | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fisher Athletic Fc (Closed) Salter Road | grass pitches | 512 yd |
| Bacons College Sports Centre Liddell Liddell Timber Pond Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 649 yd |
| Peter Hills C Of E Primary School Beatson Walk | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 662 yd |
| King Edward Memorial Park GLAMIS ROAD | tennis courts | 722 yd |
| St. Pauls Recreation Ground ROTHERHITHE STREET | artificial grass pitch | 795 yd |
| Seven Islands Leisure Centre LOWER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 921 yd |
| John Orwell Sports Centre TENCH STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 936 yd |
| Redriff Primary Academy SALTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 984 yd |
| St George'S Leisure Centre THE HIGHWAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,041 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.