Thornsett Road is in London and in Bromley district. SE20 7XB is located in the Clock House 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 Thornsett Road, London, SE20 7XB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE20 7XE, SE20 7UF, SE20 7XQ, SE20 7UE, SE20 7XD, SE20 7XG, SE20 7XH, SE20 7UP, SE20 7UH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE20 7XB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 49% | 52.5% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 51% | 47.5% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.2% | 33.7% | -5.5% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 49.4% | 7.4% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 6% | 4.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 51.7% | 47.2% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 35.5% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 9% | 14% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 SE20 7XB this area, 6.3% 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 53.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 6.3% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 7.1% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 11.9% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.9% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 11.9% | -2.1% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.4% | 53.8% | 17.4% | 33.8% | 20.0% |
| Other | 6% | 3.2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.3% 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 | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 6.6% | 2.6% | -4.0% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.6% | 7.2% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 6.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.1% | 0.7% | -2.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 73.1% | 74.3% | 1.2% | 81.4% | -7.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 80.8% 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 | 84.1% | 80.8% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -2.4% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 4.5% | 2% | -2.5% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 6% | 0.1% | 5.6% | 0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 5.6% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 4.3% |
| Oceania | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.4% | 80.8% | -1.6% | 83.2% | -2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 14.9% | 13.2% | 9.8% | 5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.4% | 0.3% | -12.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Not answered | 10.7% | 6.0% | 4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thornsett Road was 29.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.1% lower than the Clock House average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Thornsett Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Clock House and the 241st lowest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,070,000 | 2022-07-28 | £1,116,092 |
| 31 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2021-09-24 | £963,712 |
| Flat 4 15 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2018-11-23 | £299,671 |
| New Bowers, 1 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2016-09-02 | £489,549 |
| Flat 4 15 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2013-11-15 | £280,733 |
SE20 7XB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 7XB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 1,405 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 2,408 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre 23 Dagnall Park , South Norwood SE25 5PL | 2out of 4 | 2,549 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,416 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,448 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stewart Fleming Primary School Witham Road , Anerley SE20 7YB | 4out of 4 | 544 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | 3out of 4 | 787 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 818 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4JD | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | 1out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 4out of 4 | 862 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,195 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 2,327 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Eden Park High School Balmoral Avenue , BR3 3RD | - not rated | 2,376 yd | Free schools | 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 | 1,206 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,420 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | 3out of 4 | 2,654 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 5,317 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 5,387 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,206 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 1,506 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings London 25 Beckenham Road , BR3 4PR | - not rated | 2,294 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| AYA College (On-Site Educational Provision) Holly Lodge , 16 Edith Road SE25 5PQ | - not rated | 2,449 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology 60 The Crescent , Selhurst CR0 2HN | 3out of 4 | 2,631 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dutchie Express / Lucky Crabs Kitchen / Mac 'n' Cheese | 85 Penge Road, Penge | 332 yd | |
| V & J Bar Restaurant | 87 Penge Road, Penge | 332 yd | |
| Topping Masters | 75 Penge Road, South Norwood | 461 yd | |
| Mega Cafe | 78 Elmers End Road, Penge | 539 yd | |
| Graces Bar & Grill | 1 Witham Road, Penge | 552 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albert Tavern | The Albert, 65 Harrington Road | 830 yd | |
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 916 yd | |
| Maple Tree | 52 - 54 Maple Road, Penge | 988 yd | |
| West Hub @ Streetwise Youth Centre | Streetwise Advice Centre, 3A Anerley Station Road | 1,021 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlow Fish Bar | 57 Marlow Road, Penge | 316 yd | |
| Desi Spice | 85A Penge Road, Penge | 332 yd | |
| Stunt City Takeaway | 166 Croydon Road, Penge | 474 yd | |
| Elmers Kebab | 86 Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 565 yd | |
| Richie Spice | 73 - 75 Elmers End Road, Penge | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 239 yd | |
| Co-op | 70 - 72 Elmers End Road, Penge | 539 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 708 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 1,054 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 543 yd |
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 791 yd |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 891 yd |
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 892 yd | |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 968 yd | |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 990 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| 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 | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.