Oakwood Drive is in London and in Lambeth district. SE19 1EL is located in the Gipsy Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dulwich and West Norwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakwood Drive, London, SE19 1EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE19 1EP, SE19 1HR, SE19 1EY, SE19 1EJ, SE19 1ET, SE19 3SY, SE19 1BY, SE19 1ER, SE19 1HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE19 1EL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 54.1% | 53.2% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 45.9% | 46.8% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 SE19 1EL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.4% 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 | 55.6% | 57.4% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 19.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.4% | 22.1% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -22.1% |
| Separated | 10.6% | 5.9% | -4.7% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 11% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.9% | 50% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 30% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 10.5% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 4.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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 | 23.3% | 26.1% | 2.8% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 12.7% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 10.4% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 10.4% | -1.3% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 30.6% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 6.7% | 5.2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 34% 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 | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black African | 18.7% | 23% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 20.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 22.2% | 19.4% | -2.8% | 1.0% | 18.4% |
| Other Black | 12.1% | 4.7% | -7.4% | 0.5% | 4.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 5.1% | 4.7% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 3.8% |
| Mixed Other | 5.4% | 5.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 4.4% |
| White | 31.5% | 34% | 2.5% | 81.4% | -47.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 1.6% | 4.7% |
In this area, 57.6% 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 | 69.6% | 57.6% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -25.6% |
| European Union | 8.2% | 15.7% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
| Africa | 14% | 10.5% | -3.5% | 2.7% | 7.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.6% | 16.2% | 9.6% | 1.3% | 14.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.5% | 57.9% | -10.6% | 83.2% | -25.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 25.8% | 24.2% | 9.8% | 16.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.4% | 8.4% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 5.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.1% | 5.8% | -4.3% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.4% | 2.1% | -12.3% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.7% | 76.7% | -21.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 10.8% | 0.5% | 10.3% |
| Spain | 10.3% | 0.4% | 9.9% |
| Lithuania | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North Africa | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.7% | 37.2% | -13.5% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Muslim | 10.5% | 6.5% | 4.0% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakwood Drive was 215.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 122.0% higher than the Gipsy Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Oakwood Drive has the 8th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Gipsy Hill and the 152nd highest crime rate of 769 local areas in Lambeth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% 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 16 Lambeth Prospect Oakwood Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2018-03-26 | £257,593 |
| Flat 12 Lambeth Prospect Oakwood Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2014-04-29 | £207,999 |
| Flat 9 Lambeth Prospect Oakwood Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2009-10-12 | £179,515 |
| Flat 10 Lambeth Prospect Oakwood Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2007-12-20 | £244,889 |
SE19 1EL area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in SE19 1EL 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 | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Retired | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 2,960 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 3,572 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre 23 Dagnall Park , South Norwood SE25 5PL | 3out of 4 | 3,731 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 3,999 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockmount Primary School Chevening Road , Upper Norwood SE19 3ST | - not rated | 188 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Paxton Primary School Woodland Road , SE19 1PA | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Primary School Gipsy Road , SE27 9RD | - not rated | 746 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Infant School Crown Dale , Upper Norwood SE19 3NX | 3out of 4 | 799 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Junior School Woodend , SE19 3NU | 4out of 4 | 806 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgo Fidelis Convent Senior School 147 Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1RS | - not rated | 429 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Norwood School Crown Dale , Lambeth SE19 3NY | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Girls' College for Languages and Arts Spurgeon Road , Upper Norwood SE19 3UG | - not rated | 974 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy Upper Norwood Spurgeon Road , Upper Norwood SE19 3UG | - not rated | 974 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy Beulah Hill Spurgeon Road , SE19 3UG | - not rated | 980 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 3,703 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Middle School Recreation Way , CR4 1PJ | - not rated | 4,074 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorringe Park Middle School Sandy Lane , CR4 2HD | - not rated | 5,166 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 2,838 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank University Sixth Form 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 4,910 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 5,240 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 3out of 4 | 2,730 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 3,682 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Norwood 101 Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1BY | - not rated | 81 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillcrest 101 Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1BY | - not rated | 118 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fidelis College 147 Central Hill , SE19 1RT | - not rated | 425 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henriette Le Forestier Preparatory School Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1RT | - not rated | 429 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Virgo Fidelis Convent School Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1RS | - not rated | 429 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| High View Care Services | 9 High View Road, Upper Norwood | 231 yd | |
| The Mozzarella Park | The Chevening Hub, Chevening Road | 430 yd | |
| The Chevening Hub Club | The Chevening Hub, Chevening Road | 430 yd | |
| Dem Restaurant | 11 Central Hill, Upper Norwood | 449 yd | |
| Softplay By Coffee Cup House | 18 Westow Street, Upper Norwood | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Great Southern | 79 Gipsy Hill, London | 479 yd | |
| Walker Briggs | 23 Westow Hill, London | 511 yd | |
| Railway Bell | Railway Bell Public House, 14 Cawnpore Street | 514 yd | |
| Royal Albert | The Royal Albert Public House, 42 Westow Hill | 586 yd | |
| The Sparrowhawk | 2 Westow Hill, Upper Norwood | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fry | 88 Gipsy Hill, London | 476 yd | |
| Fumi | 79A Gipsy Hill, London | 479 yd | |
| Lions Fried Chicken | 13 Westow Hill, London | 511 yd | |
| Colairo's Cafe-Deli | 1 Westow Street, Upper Norwood | 557 yd | |
| Elia The Authentic Greek | 25 Westow Street, Upper Norwood | 560 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooperative Food | 15-17 Central Hill, Upper Norwood | 449 yd | |
| Iceland Foods | 19-21 Westow Hill, London | 511 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 64 Westow Street, Upper Norwood | 615 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Virgo Fidelis Convent Senior School 147 CENTRAL HILL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 419 yd |
| Upper Norwood Recreation Ground UPPER NORWOOD RECREATION GROUND UPPER NORWOOD RECREATION GROUND EVERSLEY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 470 yd |
| Priory School HERMITAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Twenty First Century Gymnasium (Closed) Westow Hill | health and fitness suite | 560 yd |
| Phoenix Community Centre Westow Street | 670 yd | |
| Norwood School CROWN DALE | health and fitness suite | 861 yd |
| Harris Academy Upper Norwood Spurgeon Road | grass pitches | 977 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 | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.11 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.74 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.