Sunderland Road is in London and in Lewisham district. SE23 2PX 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 Sunderland Road, London, SE23 2PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE23 2PY, SE23 2JE, SE23 2JD, SE23 2JB, SE23 2DT, SE23 2UQ, SE23 2JH, SE23 2UF, SE23 2XD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE23 2PX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 50.2% | 54.7% | 4.5% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 49.8% | 45.3% | -4.5% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 2PX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.4% 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 | 44.8% | 52.4% | 7.6% | 37.9% | 14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 35.1% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 4.8% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 2.4% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.4% | 56.5% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 29% | 22.1% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -11.5% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 12.3% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 6.9% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 59.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19% | 16.6% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.5% | 3.2% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 5.7% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -7.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.3% | 59.9% | 10.6% | 33.8% | 26.1% |
| Other | 7.2% | 0% | -7.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.7% 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 | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 7.3% | 6.5% | -0.8% | 2.5% | 4.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.6% | 6.5% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 5.5% |
| Other Black | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 75.7% | 72.7% | -3.0% | 81.4% | -8.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 81.6% 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 | 77.2% | 81.6% | 4.4% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| European Union | 7.7% | 7.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 6.6% | 3.6% | -3.0% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 75.3% | 81.9% | 6.6% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 13% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 2.9% | -2.1% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 1.4% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.7% | 0.7% | -12.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 4.7% | 0.6% | 4.1% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52% | 37.2% | 14.8% |
| Christian | 35.3% | 46.2% | -10.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sunderland Road 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 fallen by about -34.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137A Sunderland Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £655,000 | 2024-12-05 | £678,806 |
| 135 Sunderland Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2024-11-01 | £611,818 |
| 141 Sunderland Road, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,075,000 | 2018-06-29 | £1,269,904 |
| 137 Sunderland Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £317,000 | 2009-12-07 | £743,189 |
| 131A Sunderland Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2007-02-01 | £613,054 |
SE23 2PX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% 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.
SE23 2PX 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 | 103 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 23 |
| Other | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 2,466 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 2,705 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 4,804 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Effra Nursery School and Early Years Centre 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 5,260 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ann Bernadt Nursery School 29 Chandler Way , SE15 6DT | 3out of 4 | 5,420 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perrymount Primary School Sunderland Road , Forest Hill SE23 2PX | 3out of 4 | 130 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Primary School Perry Vale , Forest Hill SE23 2NE | 3out of 4 | 280 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Dartmouth Road , Forest Hill SE23 3HZ | 3out of 4 | 629 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kilmorie Primary School Kilmorie Road , SE23 2SP | 4out of 4 | 697 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School The Peak , Sydenham SE26 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 854 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill School Dacres Road , Forest Hill SE23 2XN | 2out of 4 | 563 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sydenham School Dartmouth Road , SE26 4RD | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 2,538 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich Homestall Road , SE22 0NR | 4out of 4 | 2,585 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sedgehill Academy Sedgehill Road , Lewisham SE6 3QW | - not rated | 2,654 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 4,780 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 5,151 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 | 2,237 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 4,100 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 4,792 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 4,967 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 5,400 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose House Montessori School The Chapel-on-the-Hill , South Road SE23 2UJ | - not rated | 181 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Tutorial Trust 62-72 Dalmain Road , SE23 1AT | - not rated | 846 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenvale School Waters Road , Catford SE6 1UF | 4out of 4 | 853 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brent Knoll School Perry Rise , SE23 2QU | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dunstan's College Stanstead Road , Catford SE6 4TY | - not rated | 1,725 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Cafe & Bistro | 193E-G Perry Vale, Forest Hill | 236 yd | |
| Sweet Carolina | Unit 1, Forest Hill Industrial Estate | 472 yd | |
| Fireaway Forest Hill | 17 Perry Vale, Forest Hill | 562 yd | |
| Olive Dining Limited at St George's Church of | St George's Church Of England Primary School, Perry Vale | 565 yd | |
| Olive Dining Limited at St George's Church of | St George's Church Of England Primary School, Perry Vale | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince of Wales | Prince Of Wales, 52 Perry Rise | 440 yd | |
| All Inn One | Foresters Arms, 53 Perry Vale | 523 yd | |
| Bird In Hand | Bird in Hand, Bird In Hand | 604 yd | |
| Hill | The Hill, 45-47 Dartmouth Road | 605 yd | |
| The Dartmouth Arms | Dartmouth Arms, 7 Dartmouth Road | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morleys Fried Chicken | Morley's Fried Chicken 5 Westbourne Terrace, Perry Vale | 559 yd | |
| Kick N Munch | Rear Of 15 To 17, Perry Vale | 562 yd | |
| D & D | Ground Floor Unit, 6 Perry Vale | 589 yd | |
| Forest Hill BBQ House | 63 Dartmouth Road, London | 605 yd | |
| Fortune In Noodle Bar | 63B Dartmouth Road, London | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Forest Hill | 34-48 London Road, London | 802 yd | |
| Tesco | 87-91 Perry Hill, London | 968 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill School Sports Centre DACRES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 516 yd |
| Brent Knoll School (Closed) Mayow Road | 638 yd | |
| Forest Hill Pools DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 680 yd |
| Forest Hill Pool (Closed) Dartmouth Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 707 yd |
| Brent Knoll School PERRY RISE | 719 yd | |
| Mayow Park MAYOW PARK MAYOW PARK MAYOW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 739 yd |
| Coliseum Fitness (Closed) David's Road | health and fitness suite | 758 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Forest Hill) 26-28 26-28 LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 758 yd |
| The Livesey Sports And Social Club (Closed) Livesey Memorial Hall Livesey Memorial Hall Perry Hill | 923 yd | |
| Sydenham School DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 948 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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 | 4.8% |
| Median download speed | 66.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.