Tovil Close is in London and in Bromley district. SE20 8SY 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tovil Close, London, SE20 8SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE20 8TA, SE20 8TT, SE20 8SZ, SE20 8SG, SE20 8TN, SE20 8SQ, SE20 8SF, SE20 8TY, SE20 8SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE20 8SY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 51.6% | 55.4% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 48.4% | 44.6% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 8SY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.4% 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 | 53.8% | 62.4% | 8.6% | 37.9% | 24.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.6% | 26.4% | 2.8% | 44.2% | -17.8% |
| Separated | 5.5% | 1.5% | -4.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11% | 6.1% | -4.9% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 6% | 3.6% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 45.3% | 49.6% | 4.3% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 29.6% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 14.4% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 4.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 25.5% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 10.5% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 13.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 19.5% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 27.5% | 17.6% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 13.2% | 1.5% | -11.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 53.5% 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 | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 8.7% | 9.2% | 0.5% | 2.5% | 6.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 12.2% | 16.1% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 15.1% |
| Other Black | 8.3% | 2.2% | -6.1% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 5.9% | 7.7% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 6.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 57.9% | 53.5% | -4.4% | 81.4% | -27.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 79.7% 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 | 74.4% | 79.7% | 5.3% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 5.2% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 5.1% | 7.4% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.7% | 3.7% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.9% | 4.1% | -1.8% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.8% | 80% | 7.2% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 15.2% | 12.4% | 9.8% | 5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 1.9% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.5% | 0.7% | -15.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Ireland | 4.1% | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tovil Close was 188.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.6% higher than the Crystal Palace & Anerley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tovil Close has the 12th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Crystal Palace & Anerley and the 84th highest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-06-23 | £284,579 |
| 1 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-06-19 | £418,449 |
| 14 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2023-01-06 | £253,260 |
| 14 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-05-25 | £205,648 |
| 48 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,750 | 2022-02-16 | £278,979 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 1,656 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 2,447 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 | 2,687 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,114 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,674 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anerley Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | - not rated | 517 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | - not rated | 517 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 517 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | 3out of 4 | 675 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | - not rated | 675 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | - not rated | 931 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 3out of 4 | 982 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 2out of 4 | 1,726 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Beulah Hill Spurgeon Road , SE19 3UG | - not rated | 2,229 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Girls' College for Languages and Arts Spurgeon Road , Upper Norwood SE19 3UG | - not rated | 2,231 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 | 5,060 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 5,119 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 | 1,334 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,615 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 | 5,059 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 5,243 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 | 703 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Anerley School for Boys Versailles Road , Anerley SE20 8AX | - not rated | 890 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Harris City Technology College Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | - not rated | 931 yd | City technology college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phil Edwards Pupil Referral Unit 17 Sylvan Road , SE19 2RU | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Park School 2 Blean Grove , Penge SE20 8QU | - not rated | 1,168 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | 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 | 363 yd | |
| V & J Bar Restaurant | 87 Penge Road, Penge | 363 yd | |
| Rosie Lee Cafe | 147 Anerley Road, Penge | 487 yd | |
| Topping Masters | 75 Penge Road, South Norwood | 529 yd | |
| The Lakes Cafe | Waterside Centre, 26 Avenue Road | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hub @ Streetwise Youth Centre | Streetwise Advice Centre, 3A Anerley Station Road | 689 yd | |
| Anerley Arms | 2 Ridsdale Road, Penge | 777 yd | |
| Maple Tree | 52 - 54 Maple Road, Penge | 843 yd | |
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 1,009 yd | |
| The Douglas Fir | 144 Anerley Road, Penge | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desi Spice | 85A Penge Road, Penge | 363 yd | |
| Stunt City Takeaway | 166 Croydon Road, Penge | 396 yd | |
| Tony's Lunch Box | 2 Anerley Station Road, Penge | 577 yd | |
| Marlow Fish Bar | 57 Marlow Road, Penge | 624 yd | |
| Mamma Mia | 129 Anerley Road, Penge | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 238 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 676 yd | |
| Co-op | 70 - 72 Elmers End Road, Penge | 715 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 292 yd |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 501 yd |
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 549 yd |
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 653 yd | |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 679 yd |
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 711 yd |
| Harris City Academy (Crystal Palace) Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 931 yd |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 945 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 1,027 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 | 46 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.