Tovil Close is in London and in Bromley district. SE20 8SZ 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 8SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE20 8SW, SE20 8TA, SE20 8SY, SE20 8SN, SE20 7YR, SE20 8SJ, SE20 8SH, SE20 8TN, SE20 7YU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE20 8SZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.3% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.7% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 8SZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% 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 | 46.3% | 46.2% | -0.1% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.8% | 38.6% | 6.8% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Separated | 6.5% | 4.2% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 6.4% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.7% | -0.4% | 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 (86.4%) 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 | 49.5% | 52.4% | 2.9% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 34% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 10.4% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 22% | 20.1% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 15.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 12.4% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 5.1% | 3.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 11.1% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 32.1% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 8.4% | 3.8% | -4.6% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 44.2% 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 | 4.8% | 0.3% | -4.5% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 19.8% | 21.8% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 19.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 7.3% | 10.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 9.1% |
| Other Black | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 0.5% | 3.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.9% | 0.6% | -2.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 5.8% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 4.9% |
| Mixed Other | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 4.4% |
| White | 50.8% | 44.2% | -6.6% | 81.4% | -37.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 66.8% 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 | 64.2% | 66.8% | 2.6% | 83.2% | -16.4% |
| European Union | 10.5% | 10.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| Africa | 13.7% | 11.1% | -2.6% | 2.7% | 8.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.8% | 2.6% | -3.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.2% | 5.9% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 64.2% | 66.3% | 2.1% | 83.2% | -16.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 25.2% | 21.7% | 9.8% | 15.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.6% | 2.9% | -5.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.5% | 1.9% | -16.6% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| France | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Italy | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.3% | 37.2% | -10.9% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 12.3% | 6.5% | 5.8% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tovil Close was 146.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.1% higher than the Crystal Palace & Anerley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tovil Close has the 25th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Crystal Palace & Anerley and the 135th highest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 117.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-01-14 | £220,000 |
| 63 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-01-14 | £220,000 |
| 82 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2022-02-08 | £211,656 |
| 79 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2019-07-29 | £219,966 |
| 82 Tovil Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2016-10-21 | £274,832 |
The percentage of student residents living in SE20 8SZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 1,578 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 2,391 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 | 2,616 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,180 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,595 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 | 585 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | - not rated | 585 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 585 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stewart Fleming Primary School Witham Road , Anerley SE20 7YB | - not rated | 728 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stewart Fleming Primary School Witham Road , Anerley SE20 7YB | 4out of 4 | 728 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 910 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | - not rated | 964 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 2out of 4 | 1,657 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Beulah Hill Spurgeon Road , SE19 3UG | - not rated | 2,239 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Girls' College for Languages and Arts Spurgeon Road , Upper Norwood SE19 3UG | - not rated | 2,241 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 | 5,031 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 5,104 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 | 1,263 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,539 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 | 5,091 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 5,234 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 | 762 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Anerley School for Boys Versailles Road , Anerley SE20 8AX | - not rated | 955 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Harris City Technology College Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | - not rated | 964 yd | City technology college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phil Edwards Pupil Referral Unit 17 Sylvan Road , SE19 2RU | - not rated | 1,075 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Park School 2 Blean Grove , Penge SE20 8QU | - not rated | 1,241 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 | 284 yd | |
| V & J Bar Restaurant | 87 Penge Road, Penge | 284 yd | |
| Topping Masters | 75 Penge Road, South Norwood | 451 yd | |
| Rosie Lee Cafe | 147 Anerley Road, Penge | 565 yd | |
| The Lakes Cafe | Waterside Centre, 26 Avenue Road | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hub @ Streetwise Youth Centre | Streetwise Advice Centre, 3A Anerley Station Road | 768 yd | |
| Anerley Arms | 2 Ridsdale Road, Penge | 855 yd | |
| Maple Tree | 52 - 54 Maple Road, Penge | 909 yd | |
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 935 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desi Spice | 85A Penge Road, Penge | 284 yd | |
| Stunt City Takeaway | 166 Croydon Road, Penge | 440 yd | |
| Marlow Fish Bar | 57 Marlow Road, Penge | 608 yd | |
| Tony's Lunch Box | 2 Anerley Station Road, Penge | 655 yd | |
| Mamma Mia | 129 Anerley Road, Penge | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 235 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 724 yd | |
| Co-op | 70 - 72 Elmers End Road, Penge | 728 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 1,025 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 364 yd |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 622 yd |
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 623 yd | |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 671 yd |
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 725 yd |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 873 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 954 yd | |
| Harris City Academy (Crystal Palace) Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 963 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 | 32.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 166.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.