Laurel Grove is in London and in Bromley district. SE20 8QN 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 Laurel Grove, London, SE20 8QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE20 8QF, SE20 8QJ, SE20 8QS, SE20 8QH, SE20 8QL, SE20 8RG, SE20 8QU, SE20 8QW, SE20 8PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE20 8QN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.2% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.8% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 8QN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.3% 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 | 55.3% | 51.3% | -4.0% | 37.9% | 13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.5% | 29.1% | 4.6% | 44.2% | -15.1% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.6% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 13.8% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 4.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 49.6% | 47.7% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 33.8% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 8.6% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 9.9% | 4.7% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
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.
In the area around SE20 8QN this area, 9.9% 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 53.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.9% | 9.9% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.4% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 9.9% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 14.1% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 53.9% | 20.4% | 33.8% | 20.1% |
| Other | 7.4% | 2.6% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 4.3% | 5.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 3.8% |
| Black African | 13.4% | 6.7% | -6.7% | 2.5% | 4.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 11.2% | 9.9% | -1.3% | 1.0% | 8.9% |
| Other Black | 11.6% | 1.3% | -10.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 51.3% | 64.6% | 13.3% | 81.4% | -16.8% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 66.4% 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 | 70.3% | 66.4% | -3.9% | 83.2% | -16.8% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 11.4% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Africa | 10.3% | 5.5% | -4.8% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 5.9% | 0.7% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 7.8% | 5.9% | -1.9% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.4% | 66.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -17.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 23.1% | 22.2% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 7.7% | 5.5% | 2.9% | 4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.2% | 2.7% | -5.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 19.4% | 0.5% | -18.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 76.7% | 0.2% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Spain | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Buddhist | 4.1% | 0.5% | 3.6% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laurel Grove was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Crystal Palace & Anerley average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Laurel Grove, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £432,500 | 2022-04-14 | £450,991 |
| 10 Laurel Grove, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2022-04-14 | £396,246 |
| 8B Laurel Grove, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2015-01-14 | £381,137 |
| 12 Laurel Grove, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,999 | 2014-01-24 | £305,935 |
| 30 Laurel Grove, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2011-11-04 | £447,798 |
SE20 8QN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 2,737 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 3,409 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 | 3,758 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 4,771 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace Malcolm Road , Penge SE20 8RH | 3out of 4 | 202 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 | 435 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | 3out of 4 | 673 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 794 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Kent House High Street , Penge SE20 7QR | 4out of 4 | 997 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,277 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 4out of 4 | 2,066 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Hill School Dacres Road , Forest Hill SE23 2XN | 2out of 4 | 2,263 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sydenham School Dartmouth Road , SE26 4RD | 3out of 4 | 2,313 yd | Community school | No | Girls | 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 | 2,415 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | 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 | 3,932 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 4,891 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 4,922 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydenham High School GDST 19 Westwood Hill , Sydenham SE26 6BL | - not rated | 1,375 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Kings London 25 Beckenham Road , BR3 4PR | - not rated | 2,105 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillcrest 101 Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1BY | - not rated | 2,345 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,415 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brent Knoll School Perry Rise , SE23 2QU | 3out of 4 | 2,606 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anticoli Pizza | 154 Maple Road, Penge | 316 yd | |
| J Z's | 156 Maple Road, Penge | 316 yd | |
| Shahi Food Zone | 166 Maple Road, Penge | 318 yd | |
| Creperie Chez Yves | 201 - 203 Maple Road, Penge | 319 yd | |
| Naka Cafe | 53 High Street, Penge | 353 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craft Metropolis | 47 High Street, Penge | 353 yd | |
| Maple Tree | 52 - 54 Maple Road, Penge | 391 yd | |
| Bridge House Tavern | 2 High Street, Penge | 422 yd | |
| Crooked Billet | 99 High Street, Penge | 495 yd | |
| West Hub @ Streetwise Youth Centre | Streetwise Advice Centre, 3A Anerley Station Road | 505 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken World | 101A Maple Road, Penge | 286 yd | |
| Nemo's Fish And Chips | 93 Maple Road, Penge | 291 yd | |
| Rice Hut | 140 Maple Road, Penge | 316 yd | |
| Penge Jerk Shack | 205 Maple Road, Penge | 319 yd | |
| Hayaku Sushi Cafe | 207 Maple Road, Penge | 319 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 74 High Street, Penge | 329 yd | |
| Iceland | Blenheim Shopping Centre, High Street | 493 yd | |
| Mega Saver | 183 - 189 High Street, Penge | 659 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 710 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 158 - 162 High Street, Penge | 721 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace MALCOLM ROAD | grass pitches | 197 yd |
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 558 yd |
| Royston Field RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND FRANKLIN ROAD | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Crystal Palace National Sports Centre CRYSTAL PALACE NATIONAL SPORTS CENTRE CRYSTAL PALACE NATIONAL SPORTS CENTRE LEDRINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 825 yd |
| Sydenham Tennis Club LAWRIE PARK ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 838 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Kent House HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 862 yd |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,039 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 | 69.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.