Ironside Close is in London and in Southwark district. SE16 6DS 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 Ironside Close, London, SE16 6DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE16 6DR, SE16 7DQ, SE16 6PT, SE16 6DW, SE16 6DP, SE16 6DF, SE16 6PA, SE16 6DN, SE16 6DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE16 6DS has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.7% of the population 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 | 54.4% | 58.7% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 7.7% |
| Male | 45.6% | 41.3% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -7.7% |
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 SE16 6DS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 66.1% 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 | 63.8% | 66.1% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 28.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19% | 21.9% | 2.9% | 44.2% | -22.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 7.3% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 1.3% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 | 56.1% | 50.2% | -5.9% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 34% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 10.9% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19% | 13.4% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 6.5% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.6% | 12.1% | 3.5% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 4.7% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.6% | 10.3% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.5% | 49.6% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 15.8% |
| Other | 6.9% | 3.4% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 54.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 2.5% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 3.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 9.8% | 15.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% | 12.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 1.8% |
| Other Black | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Mixed Other | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| White | 66% | 54.9% | -11.1% | 81.4% | -26.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 63.3% 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 | 70.5% | 63.3% | -7.2% | 83.2% | -19.9% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 8.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.5% | 1% | -1.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 9.8% | 11.2% | 1.4% | 2.7% | 8.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 8.4% | 3.5% | 5.6% | 2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.5% | 7.7% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 6.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.8% | 63.3% | -6.5% | 83.2% | -19.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 22.4% | 19.6% | 9.8% | 12.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.8% | 7% | -1.8% | 2.9% | 4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.4% | 2.4% | -5.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.2% | 4.9% | -6.3% | 1.9% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 5.6% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 9.4% | 6.5% | 2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ironside Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Rotherhithe average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Ironside Close, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2016-07-26 | £468,441 |
| 6 Ironside Close, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £388,500 | 2015-08-14 | £458,162 |
| 1 Ironside Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £377,777 | 2015-05-26 | £461,778 |
| 6 Ironside Close, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £241,000 | 2011-01-28 | £447,136 |
| 5 Ironside Close, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2007-08-20 | £485,000 |
The percentage of student residents living in SE16 6DS area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Church Nursery School Walter Terrace , Stepney E1 0RJ | 4out of 4 | 1,797 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kintore Way Nursery School and Children's Centre Grange Road , SE1 3BW | 4out of 4 | 2,153 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alice Model Nursery School 14 Beaumont Grove , Stepney E1 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 2,388 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clyde Nursery School. Alverton Street , Deptford SE8 5NH | 4out of 4 | 2,424 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Roberts Nursery School Harford Street , Stepney E1 4PZ | 4out of 4 | 2,524 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 | 4out of 4 | 227 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfred Salter Primary School Quebec Way , Rotherhithe SE16 7LP | 3out of 4 | 541 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Roman Catholic Primary School St Elmo's Road , SE16 6SD | 3out of 4 | 661 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School Garnet Street , E1W 3QT | 4out of 4 | 689 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 801 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 | 1out of 4 | 593 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass School Southwark Drummond Road , SE16 2BT | 3out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic College Llewellyn Street , Bermondsey SE16 4UN | 4out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Girls' School 352 Commercial Road , E1 0LB | 4out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Boys' School 352 Commercial Road , E1 0LB | 3out of 4 | 1,451 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New City College Poplar High Street , Poplar E14 0AF | - not rated | 2,660 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Workers' Educational Association 4 Luke Street , EC2A 4XW | - not rated | 3,614 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East London Arts & Music Maltings Close , Bromley By Bow E3 3TA | - not rated | 4,173 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley College 61 Westminster Bridge Road , Waterloo SE1 7HT | - not rated | 4,554 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College London Maths School 80 Kennington Road , SE11 6NJ | - not rated | 4,729 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 4out of 4 | 2,823 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 3,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bobby Moore Academy 1 Siding Street , Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park E20 2AE | - not rated | 5,021 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 5,251 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pier Head Preparatory Montessori School 3-4 Shadwell Pier Head , Glamis Road E1W 3TD | - not rated | 821 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Gables Montessori Primary School 4 Wapping Lane , E1W 2RG | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish School Lady Gomm House , 58 Hawkstone Road SE16 2PA | - not rated | 1,207 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marathon Science School 1-9 Evelyn Street , Surrey Quays SE8 5RQ | - not rated | 1,493 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Jamiatul Ummah School 56 Bigland Street , Shadwell E1 2ND | - not rated | 1,501 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accent catering ltd | Albion Primary School | 277 yd | |
| Canada water cafe | 40 | 286 yd | |
| Leadbelly's bar & kitchen | Unit C Montreal House | 328 yd | |
| Brunel cafe | Brunel Engine House | 353 yd | |
| Thelodge.cafe | 9 | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The brunel | Adam And Eve Public House, 47 | 203 yd | |
| The midnight apothecary | Brunel Engine House | 353 yd | |
| The mayflower | 117 | 382 yd | |
| Old salt quay | 163 | 392 yd | |
| The ship | Ship, 39-47 | 427 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf and bean | Rotherhithe Railway Station | 284 yd | |
| Lola's cupcakes | Canada Water Underground Station | 305 yd | |
| Shokudo ltd | 251 Dovecote House | 307 yd | |
| Albion fish bar | 36 | 389 yd | |
| Olives & figs ltd | Canada Water Library, 21 | 392 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 30-32 | 341 yd | |
| Tesco | 1 Surrey Quays Shopping Centre | 688 yd | |
| Mogul | Shop Unit 2 Gwent Court | 748 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 70 Wapping Lane | 842 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bacons College Sports Centre Liddell Liddell Timber Pond Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 561 yd |
| Fisher Athletic Fc (Closed) Salter Road | grass pitches | 607 yd |
| Seven Islands Leisure Centre LOWER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 692 yd |
| Peter Hills C Of E Primary School Beatson Walk | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 795 yd |
| St. Pauls Recreation Ground ROTHERHITHE STREET | artificial grass pitch | 890 yd |
| Redriff Primary Academy SALTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 895 yd |
| King Edward Memorial Park GLAMIS ROAD | tennis courts | 999 yd |
| The Dockland Settlements Community Centre SALTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,024 yd |
| Southwark Park Gomm Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,045 yd |
| Southwark Park Sports Centre THE SOUTHWARK PARK ATHLETICS TRACK AND GYM THE SOUTHWARK PARK ATHLETICS TRACK AND GYM HAWKSTONE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite | 1,077 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.