Derwent Road is in London and in Bromley district. SE20 7YR is located in the Crystal Palace & Anerley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewisham West and Penge. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Derwent Road, London, SE20 7YR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE20 8SJ, SE20 7YT, SE20 7UG, SE20 7UH, SE20 7UJ, SE20 8SH, SE20 8SZ, SE20 8SW, SE20 8SS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE20 7YR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 50.5% | 53.4% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 46.6% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 7YR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.6% 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 | 59.1% | 56.6% | -2.5% | 37.9% | 18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.8% | 23.7% | 4.9% | 44.2% | -20.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 4.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 9.1% | -4.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.7% | -0.2% | 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% | 47.6% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 37.2% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 10% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 4% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 44.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 16.8% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.1% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 11.8% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 13.2% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 44.1% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 10.3% |
| Other | 9.4% | 0.5% | -8.9% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 56% 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 | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 8.3% | 8.9% | 0.6% | 2.5% | 6.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 15.6% | 9.3% | -6.3% | 1.0% | 8.3% |
| Other Black | 7.8% | 1.2% | -6.6% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| White | 56% | 56% | 0.0% | 81.4% | -25.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 1.6% | 4.4% |
In this area, 65.6% 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 | 78% | 65.6% | -12.4% | 83.2% | -17.6% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 10.8% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6% | 6.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 5.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78% | 65.9% | -12.1% | 83.2% | -17.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 20.1% | 18.7% | 9.8% | 10.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 8% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 5.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 2.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.3% | 3.6% | -9.7% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Spain | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 10.4% | 6.5% | 3.9% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 11.6% | 6.0% | 5.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Derwent Road was 122.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.9% lower than the Crystal Palace & Anerley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Derwent Road has the 30th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Crystal Palace & Anerley and the 168th highest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% 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 13 Kendal House Derwent Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-10-03 | £257,547 |
| Flat 11 Kendal House Derwent Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-03-15 | £305,167 |
| Flat 9 Kendal House Derwent Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-12-11 | £259,451 |
| Flat 11 Kendal House Derwent Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2021-04-06 | £296,262 |
| Flat 2 Kendal House Derwent Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £239,000 | 2018-04-20 | £247,920 |
SE20 7YR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,490 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 2,382 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 | 2,572 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,287 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,519 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 | - not rated | 650 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stewart Fleming Primary School Witham Road , Anerley SE20 7YB | 4out of 4 | 650 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anerley Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | - not rated | 691 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | - not rated | 691 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 691 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 3out of 4 | 869 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 2out of 4 | 1,551 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Beulah Hill Spurgeon Road , SE19 3UG | - not rated | 2,317 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Girls' College for Languages and Arts Spurgeon Road , Upper Norwood SE19 3UG | - not rated | 2,320 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Morris Middle School Recreation Way , CR4 1PJ | - not rated | 5,064 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 5,155 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 | 1,220 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,474 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,186 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 5,290 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lodge William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BG | - not rated | 869 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Anerley School for Boys Versailles Road , Anerley SE20 8AX | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Harris City Technology College Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | - not rated | 1,062 yd | City technology college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phil Edwards Pupil Referral Unit 17 Sylvan Road , SE19 2RU | - not rated | 1,168 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 4out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Free schools alternative provision | 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 | 216 yd | |
| V & J Bar Restaurant | 87 Penge Road, Penge | 216 yd | |
| Topping Masters | 75 Penge Road, South Norwood | 390 yd | |
| The Lakes Cafe | Waterside Centre, 26 Avenue Road | 640 yd | |
| Rosie Lee Cafe | 147 Anerley Road, Penge | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hub @ Streetwise Youth Centre | Streetwise Advice Centre, 3A Anerley Station Road | 856 yd | |
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 881 yd | |
| Anerley Arms | 2 Ridsdale Road, Penge | 950 yd | |
| Maple Tree | 52 - 54 Maple Road, Penge | 951 yd | |
| The Albert Tavern | The Albert, 65 Harrington Road | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desi Spice | 85A Penge Road, Penge | 216 yd | |
| Stunt City Takeaway | 166 Croydon Road, Penge | 453 yd | |
| Marlow Fish Bar | 57 Marlow Road, Penge | 535 yd | |
| Richie Spice | 73 - 75 Elmers End Road, Penge | 732 yd | |
| Blue Sea Fish Bar | 81 Elmers End Road, Penge | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 201 yd | |
| Co-op | 70 - 72 Elmers End Road, Penge | 688 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 734 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 986 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 665 yd | |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 674 yd |
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 686 yd |
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 687 yd |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 739 yd |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 828 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 910 yd | |
| Harris City Academy (Crystal Palace) Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,061 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.