Thornsett Road is in London and in Bromley district. SE20 7XE 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 7XE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE20 7XB, SE20 7XQ, SE20 7XH, SE20 7UF, SE20 7XG, SE20 7XD, SE20 7XJ, SE20 7UE, SE20 7UJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE20 7XE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.8% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.2% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 SE20 7XE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.9% 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 | 47.8% | 48.9% | 1.1% | 37.9% | 11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.9% | 33.2% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 10% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.4%) 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 | 58.7% | 54.2% | -4.5% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 28% | 33.2% | 5.2% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 9.9% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 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.
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 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21% | 14.3% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 9.5% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 10.6% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 5.3% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 12.2% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.3% | 45.5% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.6% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 47.6% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 4% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Black African | 14.6% | 16.7% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 14.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.1% | 7.1% | -2.0% | 1.0% | 6.1% |
| Other Black | 1.6% | 6% | 4.4% | 0.5% | 5.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.8% | 1.2% | -1.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.9% | 5.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 4.3% |
| Mixed Other | 6.3% | 1.2% | -5.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 52.4% | 47.6% | -4.8% | 81.4% | -33.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 69.2% 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 | 75.2% | 69.2% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -14.0% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 9.4% | 12.3% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 9.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.3% | 6.7% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 5.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73.6% | 69.4% | -4.2% | 83.2% | -13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 21% | 20.6% | 9.8% | 11.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.7% | 1.6% | -3.1% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.7% | 1.6% | -5.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.6% | 6.3% | -8.3% | 1.9% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 3.6% | 0.4% | 3.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.8% | 37.2% | -4.4% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Not answered | 13% | 6.0% | 7.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thornsett Road was 87.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.5% higher than the Clock House average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thornsett Road has the 22nd highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Clock House and the 256th highest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2024-06-10 | £535,676 |
| 20 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £990,000 | 2024-02-13 | £1,071,975 |
| 10 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2022-03-11 | £762,821 |
| Flat A 18 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-09-30 | £340,064 |
| Flat C 18 Thornsett Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-09-30 | £239,107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,360 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 2,362 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 | 2,500 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,401 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,440 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 | 570 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4JD | 3out of 4 | 784 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | 3out of 4 | 837 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | 1out of 4 | 1,228 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 | 814 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 2,376 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Eden Park High School Balmoral Avenue , BR3 3RD | - not rated | 2,386 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 | 1,157 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,371 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 | 2,620 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 5,315 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 5,360 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 | 1,157 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 1,457 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings London 25 Beckenham Road , BR3 4PR | - not rated | 2,333 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| AYA College (On-Site Educational Provision) Holly Lodge , 16 Edith Road SE25 5PQ | - not rated | 2,400 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 | 2,582 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 | 301 yd | |
| V & J Bar Restaurant | 87 Penge Road, Penge | 301 yd | |
| Topping Masters | 75 Penge Road, South Norwood | 419 yd | |
| Graces Bar & Grill | 1 Witham Road, Penge | 586 yd | |
| Mega Cafe | 78 Elmers End Road, Penge | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albert Tavern | The Albert, 65 Harrington Road | 788 yd | |
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 867 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 994 yd | |
| Maple Tree | 52 - 54 Maple Road, Penge | 1,035 yd | |
| West Hub @ Streetwise Youth Centre | Streetwise Advice Centre, 3A Anerley Station Road | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desi Spice | 85A Penge Road, Penge | 301 yd | |
| Marlow Fish Bar | 57 Marlow Road, Penge | 354 yd | |
| Stunt City Takeaway | 166 Croydon Road, Penge | 520 yd | |
| Elmers Kebab | 86 Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 607 yd | |
| Richie Spice | 73 - 75 Elmers End Road, Penge | 627 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 276 yd | |
| Co-op | 70 - 72 Elmers End Road, Penge | 586 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 757 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 1,008 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 590 yd |
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 833 yd |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 844 yd |
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 870 yd | |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 921 yd | |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 976 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 | 76.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 76.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 76.0% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.