Woolstone Road is in London and in Lewisham district. SE23 2TG 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 Woolstone Road, London, SE23 2TG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE23 2RQ, SE23 2TF, SE23 2RJ, SE23 2TH, SE23 2RU, SE23 2JF, SE23 2JW, SE23 2JN, SE23 2LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE23 2TG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 50.8% | 4.0% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 53.2% | 49.2% | -4.0% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SE23 2TG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.4% | 36.1% | -3.3% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 53% | 9.0% | 44.2% | 8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 4.5% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4.5% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 46.5% | 56.2% | 9.7% | 48.4% | 7.8% |
| Good health | 39% | 29.4% | -9.6% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 11.1% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 12.4% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 9% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 10.2% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 14.3% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 47.4% | 13.8% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 8.3% | 3% | -5.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.7% 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 | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 4.6% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Black African | 7.9% | 2.4% | -5.5% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.7% | 10.3% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 9.3% |
| Other Black | 3.3% | 4% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 3.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 64.7% | 65.7% | 1.0% | 81.4% | -15.7% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 78.2% 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 | 69.5% | 78.2% | 8.7% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| European Union | 7.6% | 6.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 12.1% | 3.3% | -8.8% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 4.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.7% | 5.1% | -0.6% | 1.3% | 3.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.6% | 77.8% | 9.2% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 19.2% | 18.6% | 9.8% | 9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.4% | 2.7% | -6.7% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.9% | 0.3% | -6.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.5% | 0% | -14.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 5.7% | 6.5% | -0.8% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woolstone Road was 26.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.9% lower than the Perry Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woolstone Road has the lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Perry Vale and the 63rd lowest crime rate of 826 local areas in Lewisham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 149C Woolstone Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £363,000 | 2025-10-30 | £352,386 |
| Flat B 147 Woolstone Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2025-06-03 | £219,909 |
| Flat 2 143 Woolstone Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £282,750 | 2024-02-23 | £294,273 |
| 153 Woolstone Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2022-10-28 | £766,427 |
| Flat B 167 Woolstone Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2022-10-19 | £284,713 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Woolstone Road, London, SE23 2TG has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 11 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Woolstone Road, London, SE23 2TG has medium surface water flood risk.
7 of 11 properties (63.64%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
SE23 2TG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 2TG 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 2,940 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , Peckham SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 5,084 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilmorie Primary School Kilmorie Road , SE23 2SP | 3out of 4 | 411 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Perrymount Primary School Sunderland Road , Forest Hill SE23 2PX | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adamsrill Primary School Adamsrill Road , Sydenham SE26 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Champion Road , Sydenham SE26 4HH | 3out of 4 | 784 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Champion Road , Sydenham SE26 4HH | - not rated | 784 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 3out of 4 | 643 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sydenham School Dartmouth Road , SE26 4RD | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Sedgehill School Sedgehill Road , SE6 3QW | - not rated | 2,098 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedgehill Academy Sedgehill Road , Lewisham SE6 3QW | 3out of 4 | 2,177 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Conisborough College Conisborough Crescent , Catford SE6 2SE | 2out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | 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 | 3,885 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LeSoCo Lewisham Way , SE4 1UT | - not rated | 4,144 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 4,521 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 5,283 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 | 2,022 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | - not rated | 2,022 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 3,932 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | - not rated | 3,932 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 4,415 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brent Knoll School Perry Rise , SE23 2QU | 3out of 4 | 442 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield Christian School 145 Perry Hill , Catford SE6 4LP | - not rated | 523 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose House Montessori School St George's Church Hall , Vancouver Road SE23 2AG | - not rated | 583 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Life In London Uk 32 Clyde Terrace , Forest Hill SE23 3BA | - not rated | 938 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Primary School Rear of 1-5 Rojack Road , SE23 2DF | - not rated | 1,018 yd | Other independent school | No | 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 | 169 yd | |
| Perry Hill Pub | 78-80 Perry Hill, London | 499 yd | |
| Livesey Memorial Hall | 225 Perry Hill, London | 575 yd | |
| Glory Days Community Group | New Testament Church Of God, 159 Perry Rise | 621 yd | |
| A I P Alliance Partnership | St Michaels Church Of England Primary School, Champion Road | 699 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince of Wales | Prince Of Wales, 52 Perry Rise | 238 yd | |
| The Bell Flex | The Bell, 59 Bell Green | 887 yd | |
| All Inn One | Foresters Arms, 53 Perry Vale | 903 yd | |
| The Rail Telegraph | THE RAILWAY TELEGRAPH, 112 Stanstead Road | 920 yd | |
| Blythe Hill Tavern | The Blythe Hotel, 319 Stanstead Road | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perry Hill Fish Bar | 10 Perry Hill, London | 696 yd | |
| Cherry Take Away House | 57 Perry Hill, London | 723 yd | |
| New World Chinese Takeaways | 49 Perry Hill, London | 723 yd | |
| Morleys | 5 St Georges Parade, Perry Hill | 737 yd | |
| M&J Caribbean Takeaway | 337 Sydenham Road, London | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 87-91 Perry Hill, London | 578 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 1 And 2, Bell Green Retail Park | 809 yd | |
| Co-op | 107-113 Stanstead Road, Catford | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brent Knoll School PERRY RISE | 437 yd | |
| The Livesey Sports And Social Club (Closed) Livesey Memorial Hall Livesey Memorial Hall Perry Hill | 596 yd | |
| Brent Knoll School (Closed) Mayow Road | 635 yd | |
| Forest Hill School Sports Centre DACRES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 643 yd |
| Rutland Walk Sports And Social Club RUTLAND WALK | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Blackheath Hockey And Catford & Cyphers Cricket Club RUBENS STREET | grass pitches | 758 yd |
| Elms Lane Playing Field ELM LANE PLAYING FIELDS ELM LANE PLAYING FIELDS ELM LANE | grass pitches | 813 yd |
| Mayow Park MAYOW PARK MAYOW PARK MAYOW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 865 yd |
| Forest Hill Pools DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,077 yd |
| Home Park PORTHCAWE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises with Next Generation Access (NGA) | 96.7% |
| 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 | 3.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive decent broadband from fixed or FWA | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises able to receive decent broadband from FWA | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 125 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 171.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband coverage statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2026 dataset. Broadband performance statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2023 postcode-level performance data.