The Facade is in London and in Lewisham district. SE23 3HA is located in the Forest Hill 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 The Facade, London, SE23 3HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE23 3TJ, SE23 3HE, SE23 3JA, SE23 3LW, SE23 3HG, SE23 2AR, SE23 2LB, SE23 3TS, SE23 3TR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE23 3HA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.2% | 51.5% | 6.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 54.8% | 48.5% | -6.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 3HA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 70.9% 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 | 66.5% | 70.9% | 4.4% | 37.9% | 33.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.8% | 15.5% | -7.3% | 44.2% | -28.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.9% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 (89.8%) 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 | 60.9% | 60.8% | -0.1% | 48.4% | 12.4% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 29% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 8.9% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 1.4% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
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 3HA this area, 7.8% 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 67.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.1% | 7.8% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 4.7% | -8.4% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.3% | 5.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 11.6% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.5% | 67.4% | 18.9% | 33.8% | 33.6% |
| Other | 7.3% | 0.4% | -6.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 5.2% | 4.1% | -1.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Black African | 8.1% | 10.3% | 2.2% | 2.5% | 7.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 15.3% | 5.1% | -10.2% | 1.0% | 4.1% |
| Other Black | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 5.5% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 4.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 56% | 66.4% | 10.4% | 81.4% | -15.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 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 | 66.5% | 72.2% | 5.7% | 83.2% | -11.0% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 11.2% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 8.1% | 5.1% | -3.0% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 2.4% | -2.8% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 10.1% | 6.4% | -3.7% | 1.3% | 5.1% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 63.7% | 72.4% | 8.7% | 83.2% | -10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 4.4% | 10.5% | 6.1% | 9.8% | 0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 7.5% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.1% | 4.1% | -8.0% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.1% | 5.4% | -10.7% | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.7% | 37.2% | 13.5% |
| Christian | 37.1% | 46.2% | -9.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Facade was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Forest Hill 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 20.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 - 13 The Facade, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2020-12-04 | £1,050,454 |
| 7 - 8 The Facade, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2003-02-10 | £402,058 |
| 7 - 8 The Facade, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2002-07-11 | £380,866 |
| 7 - 8 The Facade, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £105,750 | 2002-01-24 | £435,806 |
SE23 3HA 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 | 140 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Other | 17 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 2,147 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 2,435 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 4,276 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 | 4,603 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ann Bernadt Nursery School 29 Chandler Way , SE15 6DT | 3out of 4 | 4,825 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 | 406 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horniman Primary School Horniman Drive , SE23 3BP | 3out of 4 | 537 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Dartmouth Road , Forest Hill SE23 3HZ | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eliot Bank Primary School Thorpewood Avenue , Sydenham SE26 4BU | 4out of 4 | 624 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Perrymount Primary School Sunderland Road , Forest Hill SE23 2PX | 3out of 4 | 745 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 | 779 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Forest Hill School Dacres Road , Forest Hill SE23 2XN | 2out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich Homestall Road , SE22 0NR | 4out of 4 | 2,108 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich Peckham Rye , East Dulwich SE22 0AT | 4out of 4 | 2,191 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Kingsdale Foundation School Alleyn Park , Dulwich SE21 8SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,448 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,903 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 5,349 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 | 2,391 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 4,117 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 4,943 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 5,085 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 5,103 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 | 594 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Tutorial Trust 62-72 Dalmain Road , SE23 1AT | - not rated | 764 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenvale School Waters Road , Catford SE6 1UF | 4out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brent Knoll School Perry Rise , SE23 2QU | 3out of 4 | 1,532 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sydenham High School GDST 19 Westwood Hill , Sydenham SE26 6BL | - not rated | 1,810 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lazy Chef | 7-8 The Facade, Devonshire Road | 0 yd | |
| Gao House Limited | 1 Devonshire Road, London | 39 yd | |
| St David Coffee House | 5 David`s Road, London | 42 yd | |
| The Guava Kitchen | Ground Floor Unit, 16 London Road | 74 yd | |
| Canvas And Cream | Canvas & Cream, 18 London Road | 84 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meatliquor | The Dartmouth Arms, 7 Dartmouth Road | 118 yd | |
| The Capitol | Capitol - JD Wetherspoon PLC, The Capitol | 126 yd | |
| All Inn One | Foresters Arms, 53 Perry Vale | 159 yd | |
| Bird In Hand | Bird in Hand, Bird In Hand | 208 yd | |
| Hill | The Hill, 45-47 Dartmouth Road | 227 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Bee Fish Bar | 3 Devonshire Road, London | 39 yd | |
| On the Hoof (platform) | Forest Hill Railway Station, Devonshire Road | 43 yd | |
| Kick N Munch | Rear Of 15 To 17, Perry Vale | 128 yd | |
| D & D | Ground Floor Unit, 6 Perry Vale | 145 yd | |
| Perfect Fried Chicken | 24 London Road, London | 149 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Forest Hill | 34-48 London Road, London | 147 yd | |
| TESCO | 86 London Road, London | 489 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coliseum Fitness (Closed) David's Road | health and fitness suite | 86 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Forest Hill) 26-28 26-28 LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 102 yd |
| Forest Hill Pools DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 436 yd |
| Forest Hill Pool (Closed) Dartmouth Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 457 yd |
| Sydenham School DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 772 yd |
| Forest Hill School Sports Centre DACRES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,036 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.