Westbourne Terrace is in London and in Lewisham district. SE23 2ND is located in the Perry Vale 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 Westbourne Terrace, London, SE23 2ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE23 2LD, SE23 2NE, SE23 2UP, SE23 2NF, SE23 2LB, SE23 1HG, SE23 2AR, SE23 2DG, SE23 3LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE23 2ND, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% 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 | 50.8% | 55.1% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 49.2% | 44.9% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 SE23 2ND, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.8% 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 | 57.2% | 62.8% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 24.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.4% | 22.2% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -22.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 6% | 3% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 7.7% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 5% | 3.8% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 36.9% | 51.4% | 14.5% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 30.1% | -9.6% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 12.6% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 1% | -2.6% | 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.
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 54.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.4% | 18.3% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 5.2% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 6.1% | -9.8% | 13.4% | -7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 54.3% | 25.4% | 33.8% | 20.5% |
| Other | 9% | 1.3% | -7.7% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 52.7% 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 | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 9.9% | 11% | 1.1% | 2.5% | 8.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 11.1% | 12% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 11.0% |
| Other Black | 4% | 4.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 4.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 5.2% | 3.5% | -1.7% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 57.9% | 52.7% | -5.2% | 81.4% | -28.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 72.2% 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 | 76.2% | 72.2% | -4.0% | 83.2% | -11.0% |
| European Union | 11.1% | 7.7% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 6% | 6.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 4.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.6% | 71.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | -11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 21.1% | 20.7% | 9.8% | 11.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 6% | 3.9% | -2.1% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.5% | 2.5% | -5.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.5% | 0.7% | -10.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westbourne Terrace was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Perry Vale 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 risen by about 10.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Westbourne Terrace, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-06-14 | £200,806 |
| 1 - 1A Westbourne Terrace, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-06-14 | £205,955 |
| 2A Westbourne Terrace, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2018-05-30 | £93,447 |
| 5 Westbourne Terrace, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2005-06-02 | £293,391 |
| 5 Westbourne Terrace, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2000-12-15 | £268,344 |
SE23 2ND area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
SE23 2ND area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 99 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 2,366 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 2,408 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , Peckham SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 4,375 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Effra Nursery School and Children's Centre 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 4,900 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 4,901 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's CofE Primary School Perry Vale , Forest Hill SE23 2NE | 3out of 4 | 274 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Primary School Perry Vale , Forest Hill SE23 2NE | - not rated | 274 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Perrymount Primary School Sunderland Road , Forest Hill SE23 2PX | 3out of 4 | 474 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Dartmouth Road , Forest Hill SE23 3HZ | 3out of 4 | 664 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dalmain Primary School Grove Close , Brockley Rise SE23 1AS | - not rated | 733 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydenham School Dartmouth Road , SE26 4RD | 3out of 4 | 917 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Forest Hill School Dacres Road , Forest Hill SE23 2XN | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Waverley School Homestall Road , Southwark SE22 0NR | - not rated | 2,165 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich Homestall Road , SE22 0NR | 4out of 4 | 2,165 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich Peckham Rye , East Dulwich SE22 0AT | 4out of 4 | 2,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossways Sixth Form Sprules Road , Brockley SE4 2NL | - not rated | 3,458 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LeSoCo Lewisham Way , SE4 1UT | - not rated | 3,937 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 4,676 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 5,424 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 2,143 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | - not rated | 2,143 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | - not rated | 3,926 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 4,807 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allenby Primary School Rear of 1-5 Rojack Road , SE23 2DF | - not rated | 241 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Primary School 1-5 Rojack Road , SE23 2DF | - not rated | 241 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose House Montessori School St George's Church Hall , Vancouver Road SE23 2AG | - not rated | 309 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Life In London Uk 32 Clyde Terrace , Forest Hill SE23 3BA | - not rated | 414 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Tutorial Trust 62-72 Dalmain Road , SE23 1AT | - not rated | 556 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piazza Della Cucina | Piazza Dela Cucina, 15 Perry Vale | 75 yd | |
| Fireaway Forest Hill | 17 Perry Vale, Forest Hill | 82 yd | |
| Olive Dining Limited at St George's Church of | St George's Church Of England Primary School, Perry Vale | 84 yd | |
| Olive Dining Limited at St George's Church of | St George's Church Of England Primary School, Perry Vale | 84 yd | |
| NO 1 Cafe & Kebabs | 1 Stanstead Road, Catford | 134 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Inn One | Foresters Arms, 53 Perry Vale | 193 yd | |
| Meatliquor | The Dartmouth Arms, 7 Dartmouth Road | 247 yd | |
| The Capitol | Capitol - JD Wetherspoon PLC, The Capitol | 308 yd | |
| Bird In Hand | Bird in Hand, Bird In Hand | 327 yd | |
| Hill | The Hill, 45-47 Dartmouth Road | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morleys Fried Chicken | Morley's Fried Chicken 5 Westbourne Terrace, Perry Vale | 13 yd | |
| D & D | Ground Floor Unit, 6 Perry Vale | 49 yd | |
| Kick N Munch | Rear Of 15 To 17, Perry Vale | 82 yd | |
| On the Hoof (platform) | Forest Hill Railway Station, Devonshire Road | 182 yd | |
| Jolly Bee Fish Bar | 3 Devonshire Road, London | 226 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Forest Hill | 34-48 London Road, London | 337 yd | |
| TESCO | 86 London Road, London | 670 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coliseum Fitness (Closed) David's Road | health and fitness suite | 258 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Forest Hill) 26-28 26-28 LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 294 yd |
| Forest Hill Pools DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 556 yd |
| Forest Hill Pool (Closed) Dartmouth Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 583 yd |
| Sydenham School DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 906 yd |
| Forest Hill School Sports Centre DACRES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 994 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.