Farquhar Road is in London and in Southwark district. SE19 1SP is located in the Dulwich Wood 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 Farquhar Road, London, SE19 1SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE19 1SR, SE19 1HF, SE19 1LT, SE19 1SW, SE19 1HY, SE19 1HD, SE19 1LN, SE19 1HZ, SE19 1HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE19 1SP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.7% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.3% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 SE19 1SP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.3% 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 | 42.4% | 54.3% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 29.6% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -14.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.2% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.6% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 2.5% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (92.5%) 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 | 56.1% | 67.3% | 11.2% | 48.4% | 18.9% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 25.2% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -8.4% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 7.4% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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 SE19 1SP this area, 1.2% 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 82%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.9% | 1.2% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -17.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 9.6% | -5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 2.5% | -8.8% | 13.4% | -10.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.3% | 10.6% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 62.9% | 82% | 19.1% | 33.8% | 48.2% |
| Other | 7.3% | 0% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 6.9% | 0% | -6.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 4.4% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 3.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2.6% | 6.9% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% |
| White | 79.4% | 75.4% | -4.0% | 81.4% | -6.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 6.4% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 4.8% |
In this area, 67.6% 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 | 72% | 67.6% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -15.6% |
| European Union | 9% | 9.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 9.5% | 14.7% | 5.2% | 1.3% | 13.4% |
| Oceania | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.8% | 67.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | -15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 13.7% | 13.2% | 9.8% | 3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.9% | 12.3% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 9.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 2.5% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.3% | 3.9% | -11.4% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.7% | 76.7% | -8.0% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| France | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 3% | 0.4% | 2.6% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.5% | 0.3% | 3.2% |
| Central and South America | 3.5% | 0.2% | 3.3% |
| Oceania | 2% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.7% | 37.2% | 22.5% |
| Christian | 28.4% | 46.2% | -17.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Farquhar Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Dulwich Wood average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% 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 6 Knoll Court Farquhar Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-03-24 | £276,389 |
| Flat 29 Knoll Court Farquhar Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-02-07 | £456,888 |
| Flat 16 Knoll Court Farquhar Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £462,000 | 2025-02-03 | £469,071 |
| Flat 15 Knoll Court Farquhar Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2025-01-28 | £482,270 |
| Flat 18 Knoll Court Farquhar Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2023-04-05 | £515,572 |
SE19 1SP 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.
SE19 1SP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 101 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Retired | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 683 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 3,668 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 3,895 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 4,006 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Effra Nursery School and Early Years Centre 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 4,336 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paxton Primary School Woodland Road , SE19 1PA | 4out of 4 | 485 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Primary School Gipsy Road , SE27 9RD | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Primary School Bowen Drive , Kingswood Estate SE21 8NS | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockmount Primary School Chevening Road , Upper Norwood SE19 3ST | 4out of 4 | 983 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Wood School Carnac Street , West Norwood SE27 9RR | 4out of 4 | 1,058 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsdale Foundation School Alleyn Park , Dulwich SE21 8SQ | 4out of 4 | 810 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwood School Crown Dale , Lambeth SE19 3NY | 3out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,774 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sydenham School Dartmouth Road , SE26 4RD | 3out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Joseph's College Beulah Hill , SE19 3HL | 3out of 4 | 2,034 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | 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 | 3,342 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , Clapham | - not rated | 5,054 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 | 4out of 4 | 2,960 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 4,377 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 5,029 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | 3out of 4 | 5,418 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest 101 Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1BY | - not rated | 875 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Prep London 38-42 ALLEYN PARK , LONDON SE21 7AA | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| The New School ST MARY'S LODGE , 149 CENTRAL HILL SE19 1RT | - not rated | 1,089 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Hermitage Road , Upper Norwood SE19 3QN | 3out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Campus Academy Gipsy Road , West Norwood SE27 9NP | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern cuisine | 138 | 240 yd | |
| Bistro chez yves ltd | 128 | 255 yd | |
| Brown \& Green | Gipsy Hill Railway Station, Gipsy Hill | 288 yd | |
| Manuel's | 129 Gipsy Hill, London | 493 yd | |
| Gipsy Rose Cafe | 240 Gipsy Road, London | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The colby arms | Colby Arms, 132 | 240 yd | |
| The bull & finch | 126 | 255 yd | |
| The Great Southern | 79 Gipsy Hill, London | 375 yd | |
| Railway Bell | Railway Bell Public House, 14 Cawnpore Street | 377 yd | |
| The Paxton | 255 Gipsy Road, London | 622 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fumi | 79A Gipsy Hill, London | 375 yd | |
| Golden Fry | 88 Gipsy Hill, London | 413 yd | |
| Gipsy Peri Peri And Fried Chicken | 246 Gipsy Road, London | 584 yd | |
| Gipsy Plaice Fish Bar | 245 Gipsy Road, London | 625 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken And Ribs | 239 Gipsy Road, London | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods | 19-21 Westow Hill, London | 659 yd | |
| The Cooperative Food | 15-17 Central Hill, Upper Norwood | 771 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 64 Westow Street, Upper Norwood | 956 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Twenty First Century Gymnasium (Closed) Westow Hill | health and fitness suite | 676 yd |
| Kingsdale Foundation School ALLEYN PARK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 896 yd |
| Phoenix Community Centre Westow Street | 980 yd | |
| Sydenham Wells Park TAYLORS LANE | tennis courts | 1,068 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.