Chesham Road is in London and in Bromley district. SE20 7RP is located in the Penge & Cator electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewisham West and Penge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chesham Road, London, SE20 7RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE20 7RY, SE20 7RS, SE20 7RR, SE20 7RJ, BR3 4RA, SE20 7RW, SE20 7QJ, SE20 7RZ, SE20 7SA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE20 7RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.7% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.3% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 SE20 7RP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% 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 | 38.3% | 44.4% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 40.4% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 3.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 7.4% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 4.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 40.3% | 52.2% | 11.9% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 32.8% | -7.8% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 9% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 15.5% | 17.4% | 1.9% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 9.3% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 12.6% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 3.3% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 17% | 3.4% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.4% | 38.1% | 1.7% | 33.8% | 4.3% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.2% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 6.3% | 6.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | 4.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.1% | 5.7% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 4.7% |
| Other Black | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 73.7% | 72.5% | -1.2% | 81.4% | -8.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 75.4% 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 | 82.2% | 75.4% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -7.8% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 9.5% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 5.1% | 5.9% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 3.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.6% | 75.6% | -5.0% | 83.2% | -7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 15.2% | 13.9% | 9.8% | 5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 4.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.4% | 1.2% | -10.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chesham Road was 211.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 240.3% higher than the Clock House average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chesham Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Clock House and the 75th highest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 167.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Chesham Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £544,000 | 2024-06-21 | £580,034 |
| 69 Chesham Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2022-08-18 | £684,803 |
| 71 Chesham Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £559,000 | 2021-05-21 | £629,664 |
| 70 Chesham Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £648,000 | 2018-12-07 | £779,161 |
| 61 Chesham Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2018-03-02 | £702,476 |
SE20 7RP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% 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.
SE20 7RP 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 25 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 2,334 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,406 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 3,520 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 | 3,636 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 4,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | 3out of 4 | 506 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | - not rated | 506 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royston Primary School High Street , Penge SE20 7QR | - not rated | 513 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Kent House High Street , Penge SE20 7QR | 4out of 4 | 513 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfields Primary School Churchfields Road , BR3 4QY | - not rated | 625 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Cator Park School Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | - not rated | 1,851 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 3out of 4 | 1,975 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 2out of 4 | 2,055 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,311 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 5,409 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 5,299 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | - not rated | 5,299 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Park School 2 Blean Grove , Penge SE20 8QU | - not rated | 769 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings London 25 Beckenham Road , BR3 4PR | - not rated | 1,288 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Lodge William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BG | - not rated | 1,460 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbrook School 2 Hayne Road , BR3 4HY | - not rated | 1,462 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Anerley School for Boys Versailles Road , Anerley SE20 8AX | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Art Pizzeria | 188 High Street, Penge | 429 yd | |
| H & H Kebab And Burger House | 2 The Parade, Croydon Road | 479 yd | |
| Mega Cafe | 78 Elmers End Road, Penge | 516 yd | |
| El Molino | 251 Beckenham Road, Beckenham | 528 yd | |
| Tudor Rose | 11 Central Parade, High Street | 541 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East London Masonic Club | 3 Avenue Road, London | 173 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 55 Croydon Road, Penge | 319 yd | |
| Moon And Stars | 164 - 166 High Street, Penge | 447 yd | |
| Goldsmiths Arms | 3 Croydon Road, Penge | 481 yd | |
| Maple Tree | 52 - 54 Maple Road, Penge | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richie Spice | 73 - 75 Elmers End Road, Penge | 481 yd | |
| Blue Sea Fish Bar | 81 Elmers End Road, Penge | 481 yd | |
| John's Kitchen | 161 - 163 Beckenham Road, Beckenham | 532 yd | |
| Modern China | 113 Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 541 yd | |
| Penge Chicken Spot | 3 Central Parade, High Street | 541 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 204 - 212 High Street, Penge | 429 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 447 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 158 - 162 High Street, Penge | 447 yd | |
| Co-op | 70 - 72 Elmers End Road, Penge | 516 yd | |
| Mega Saver | 183 - 189 High Street, Penge | 548 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royston Field RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND FRANKLIN ROAD | grass pitches | 311 yd |
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 508 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Kent House HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 510 yd |
| Churchfields Primary School CHURCHFIELDS CHILDREN AND FAMILY CENTRE CHURCHFIELDS CHILDREN AND FAMILY CENTRE CHURCHFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches | 718 yd |
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 777 yd |
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 890 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace MALCOLM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Cyphers Indoor Bowls Club CYPHERS CYPHERS KINGS HALL ROAD | indoor bowls | 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 | 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 | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 166.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.