Anerley Road is in London and in Bromley district. SE20 8EN 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 Anerley Road, London, SE20 8EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE20 8EX, SE20 8EJ, SE20 8EL, SE20 8TJ, SE20 8HZ, SE20 8EZ, SE20 8TZ, SE20 8EH, SE20 8EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE20 8EN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% 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 | 49.5% | 54.3% | 4.8% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 50.5% | 45.7% | -4.8% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 8EN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.4% 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 | 48.3% | 51.4% | 3.1% | 37.9% | 13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 31.5% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -12.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 3.2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 10.8% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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 (88.4%) 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 | 51.3% | 52.2% | 0.9% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 36.2% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 9.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 4% | 0.7% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 8EN this area, 9.5% 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 57.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.5% | 9.5% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 7.7% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 10.4% | -7.8% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 12.2% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.4% | 57.2% | 20.8% | 33.8% | 23.4% |
| Other | 11% | 0.5% | -10.5% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 51.7% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 16.1% | 16.1% | 0.0% | 2.5% | 13.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 7.7% | 8.6% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 7.6% |
| Other Black | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| White | 57.9% | 51.7% | -6.2% | 81.4% | -29.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 55.1% 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 | 60.1% | 55.1% | -5.0% | 83.2% | -28.1% |
| European Union | 11.7% | 17.2% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 11.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 12.8% | 10.5% | -2.3% | 2.7% | 7.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | 0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 7.7% | 9.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 8.1% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 58.2% | 54.9% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -28.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 27.6% | 25.0% | 9.8% | 17.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.4% | 9.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 13.9% | 5.2% | -8.7% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.8% | 3% | -13.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.7% | 76.7% | -13.0% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 7.9% | 1.5% | 6.4% |
| Turkey | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Anerley Road was 156.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.0% higher than the Crystal Palace & Anerley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Anerley Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 65 local areas in Crystal Palace & Anerley and the 112th highest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 59.0%.

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 17 Dover House Anerley Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-01-31 | £338,189 |
| Flat 18 Dover House Anerley Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2024-06-13 | £236,702 |
| Flat 9 Dover House Anerley Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2023-12-15 | £224,393 |
| Flat 17 Dover House Anerley Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £304,000 | 2022-11-25 | £303,091 |
| Flat 20 Dover House Anerley Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2019-02-28 | £284,607 |
SE20 8EN 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 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 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 | 2,113 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 2,839 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 2,891 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 | 3,170 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 4,149 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 Roman Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | 3out of 4 | 325 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace Malcolm Road , Penge SE20 8RH | 3out of 4 | 805 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Maple Road , Penge SE20 8HU | 3out of 4 | 865 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stewart Fleming Primary School Witham Road , Anerley SE20 7YB | 4out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 4out of 4 | 1,466 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 1,833 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 2,094 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park High School Balmoral Avenue , BR3 3RD | - not rated | 2,686 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 | 1,818 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 5,100 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 | 3,336 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 5,042 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,818 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sydenham High School GDST 19 Westwood Hill , Sydenham SE26 6BL | - not rated | 1,945 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Kings London 25 Beckenham Road , BR3 4PR | - not rated | 2,118 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 2,124 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillcrest 101 Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1BY | - not rated | 2,419 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| H & H Kebab And Burger House | 2 The Parade, Croydon Road | 231 yd | |
| Rosie Lee Cafe | 147 Anerley Road, Penge | 244 yd | |
| Mega Cafe | 78 Elmers End Road, Penge | 552 yd | |
| Anticoli Pizza | 154 Maple Road, Penge | 763 yd | |
| J Z's | 156 Maple Road, Penge | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Tree | 52 - 54 Maple Road, Penge | 324 yd | |
| West Hub @ Streetwise Youth Centre | Streetwise Advice Centre, 3A Anerley Station Road | 405 yd | |
| Anerley Arms | 2 Ridsdale Road, Penge | 542 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 55 Croydon Road, Penge | 578 yd | |
| South East London Masonic Club | 3 Avenue Road, London | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stunt City Takeaway | 166 Croydon Road, Penge | 243 yd | |
| Tony's Lunch Box | 2 Anerley Station Road, Penge | 371 yd | |
| Nemo's Fish And Chips | 93 Maple Road, Penge | 432 yd | |
| Chicken World | 101A Maple Road, Penge | 441 yd | |
| Mamma Mia | 129 Anerley Road, Penge | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 272 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 485 yd | |
| Co-op | 70 - 72 Elmers End Road, Penge | 552 yd | |
| Iceland | Blenheim Shopping Centre, High Street | 872 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 74 High Street, Penge | 908 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 111 yd |
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 232 yd |
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 540 yd |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Royston Field RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND FRANKLIN ROAD | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace MALCOLM ROAD | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Kent House HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 1,051 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.