Westbourne Drive is in London and in Lewisham district. SE23 2UN 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 Drive, London, SE23 2UN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE23 2LG, SE23 2UL, SE23 2LH, SE23 2JA, SE23 2NJ, SE23 2UG, SE23 2PB, SE23 2NN, SE23 2NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SE23 2UN has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 38.2% | 50% | 11.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 61.8% | 50% | -11.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 2UN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.9% 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 | 63.5% | 62.9% | -0.6% | 37.9% | 25.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 15.7% | 25.8% | 10.1% | 44.2% | -18.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 10.4% | 0% | -10.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 4.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 (88%) 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 | 49.3% | 61.5% | 12.2% | 48.4% | 13.1% |
| Good health | 39% | 26.5% | -12.5% | 33.6% | -7.1% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 8.5% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
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.
In the area around SE23 2UN this area, 7.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 61.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.7% | 7.1% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 7.1% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 10.2% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 12.2% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.5% | 61.2% | 24.7% | 33.8% | 27.4% |
| Other | 7% | 0% | -7.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 38.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 4.2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 12.5% | 16.1% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 13.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 11% | 15.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 14.3% |
| Other Black | 11.8% | 4.2% | -7.6% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.4% | 2.5% | -1.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 50% | 38.1% | -11.9% | 81.4% | -43.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 12.7% | 8.3% | 1.6% | 11.1% |
In this area, 63% 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 | 59.6% | 63% | 3.4% | 83.2% | -20.2% |
| European Union | 10.3% | 13.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 10.3% | 7.6% | -2.7% | 2.7% | 4.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 6.7% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 10.3% | 6.7% | -3.6% | 1.3% | 5.4% |
| Oceania | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 58.1% | 63% | 4.9% | 83.2% | -20.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 24.4% | 22.9% | 9.8% | 14.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.1% | 6.7% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 3.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.3% | 4.2% | -6.1% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 25% | 1.7% | -23.3% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 5.1% | 0.4% | 4.7% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 4.3% | 13.5% | -9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 34.7% | 46.2% | -11.5% |
| Buddhist | 5.9% | 0.5% | 5.4% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 8.5% | 6.5% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 12.7% | 6.0% | 6.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westbourne Drive 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 .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 58 Westbourne Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2025-03-31 | £395,702 |
| Flat 8 56 Westbourne Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £356,000 | 2024-08-27 | £369,856 |
| Flat 8 58 Westbourne Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2024-08-21 | £446,737 |
| 62A Westbourne Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2023-02-28 | £474,604 |
| 62C Westbourne Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2022-05-23 | £372,944 |
The percentage of student residents living in SE23 2UN 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 | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Retired | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| 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 | 2,196 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 2,679 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 4,639 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 | 4,940 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ann Bernadt Nursery School 29 Chandler Way , SE15 6DT | 3out of 4 | 5,209 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 | 65 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Dartmouth Road , Forest Hill SE23 3HZ | 3out of 4 | 379 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perrymount Primary School Sunderland Road , Forest Hill SE23 2PX | 3out of 4 | 437 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eliot Bank Primary School Thorpewood Avenue , Sydenham SE26 4BU | 4out of 4 | 707 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School The Peak , Sydenham SE26 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 805 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 637 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Forest Hill School Dacres Road , Forest Hill SE23 2XN | 2out of 4 | 745 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich Homestall Road , SE22 0NR | 4out of 4 | 2,447 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Kingsdale Foundation School Alleyn Park , Dulwich SE21 8SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,538 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich Peckham Rye , East Dulwich SE22 0AT | 4out of 4 | 2,575 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 4,947 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 5,111 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 | 2,405 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 4,219 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 5,028 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 5,098 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 5,140 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 344 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Tutorial Trust 62-72 Dalmain Road , SE23 1AT | - not rated | 861 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenvale School Waters Road , Catford SE6 1UF | 4out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brent Knoll School Perry Rise , SE23 2QU | 3out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sydenham High School GDST 19 Westwood Hill , Sydenham SE26 6BL | - not rated | 1,612 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Carolina | Unit 1, Forest Hill Industrial Estate | 152 yd | |
| Maharajah Indian Cuisine | 49A Dartmouth Road, London | 271 yd | |
| Smoddy Sharp of London Ltd | 33 Dartmouth Road, London | 279 yd | |
| Forest Hill Pools Cafe | Forest Hill Swimming Pools, Dartmouth Road | 279 yd | |
| Aga's Little Deli | 49 Dartmouth Road, London | 279 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Inn One | Foresters Arms, 53 Perry Vale | 231 yd | |
| Hill | The Hill, 45-47 Dartmouth Road | 279 yd | |
| The Dartmouth Arms | Dartmouth Arms, 7 Dartmouth Road | 279 yd | |
| Bird In Hand | Bird in Hand, Bird In Hand | 280 yd | |
| Meatliquor | The Dartmouth Arms, 7 Dartmouth Road | 304 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill BBQ House | 63 Dartmouth Road, London | 279 yd | |
| Fortune In Noodle Bar | 63B Dartmouth Road, London | 279 yd | |
| Lolak | 63A Dartmouth Road, London | 279 yd | |
| Sefa Kebab | 63 Dartmouth Road, London | 279 yd | |
| MMM Fried Chicken | 101 Dartmouth Road, London | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Forest Hill | 34-48 London Road, London | 498 yd | |
| TESCO | 86 London Road, London | 823 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Tesco, 149 Kirkdale | 943 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Pools DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 375 yd |
| Forest Hill Pool (Closed) Dartmouth Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 403 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Forest Hill) 26-28 26-28 LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 459 yd |
| Coliseum Fitness (Closed) David's Road | health and fitness suite | 473 yd |
| Forest Hill School Sports Centre DACRES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 650 yd |
| Sydenham School DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 690 yd |
| Mayow Park MAYOW PARK MAYOW PARK MAYOW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 823 yd |
| Brent Knoll School (Closed) Mayow Road | 834 yd | |
| Saints & Sinners (Closed) Park Hall Park Hall Sydenham Park | health and fitness suite | 924 yd |
| Brent Knoll School PERRY RISE | 1,024 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 | 84.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.2% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.