Waldram Crescent is in London and in Lewisham district. SE23 3LW 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 Waldram Crescent, London, SE23 3LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE23 2LB, SE23 3TJ, SE23 3SR, SE23 3HA, SE23 3EN, SE23 2LD, SE23 3EL, SE23 3HG, SE23 3HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE23 3LW 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 3LW, 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 3LW 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 Waldram Crescent 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 fallen by about -11.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 Olympic Heights, 1 Waldram Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2022-11-02 | £369,264 |
| Council Yard Waldram Crescent, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £3,370,000 | 2021-04-15 | £3,390,281 |
| Council Yard Waldram Crescent, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £2,550,000 | 2021-04-15 | £2,565,346 |
| 2 2 Waldram Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2018-01-30 | £314,749 |
| 3 2 Waldram Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2018-01-30 | £314,749 |
SE23 3LW 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 | 2,293 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 2,371 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , Peckham SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 4,300 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 | 4,746 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 4,746 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 | 329 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Primary School Perry Vale , Forest Hill SE23 2NE | - not rated | 329 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Perrymount Primary School Sunderland Road , Forest Hill SE23 2PX | 3out of 4 | 614 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Dartmouth Road , Forest Hill SE23 3HZ | 3out of 4 | 623 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horniman Primary School Horniman Drive , SE23 3BP | 3out of 4 | 639 yd | Community 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 | 860 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Forest Hill School Dacres Road , Forest Hill SE23 2XN | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Waverley School Homestall Road , Southwark SE22 0NR | - not rated | 2,107 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich Homestall Road , SE22 0NR | 4out of 4 | 2,107 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich Peckham Rye , East Dulwich SE22 0AT | 4out of 4 | 2,248 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 | 3,455 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LeSoCo Lewisham Way , SE4 1UT | - not rated | 3,975 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 4,768 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 5,409 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank University Sixth Form 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 5,411 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,247 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | - not rated | 2,247 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 3,997 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | - not rated | 3,997 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 4,930 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 | 273 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Primary School 1-5 Rojack Road , SE23 2DF | - not rated | 273 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Life In London Uk 32 Clyde Terrace , Forest Hill SE23 3BA | - not rated | 406 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose House Montessori School St George's Church Hall , Vancouver Road SE23 2AG | - not rated | 454 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Tutorial Trust 62-72 Dalmain Road , SE23 1AT | - not rated | 628 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lazy Chef | 7-8 The Facade, Devonshire Road | 79 yd | |
| St David Coffee House | 5 David`s Road, London | 93 yd | |
| Gao House Limited | 1 Devonshire Road, London | 117 yd | |
| Tru Restaurant & Bar | Unit A, City Walk Apartments, 31 Perry Vale | 122 yd | |
| Piazza Della Cucina | Piazza Dela Cucina, 15 Perry Vale | 122 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meatliquor | The Dartmouth Arms, 7 Dartmouth Road | 192 yd | |
| The Capitol | Capitol - JD Wetherspoon PLC, The Capitol | 201 yd | |
| All Inn One | Foresters Arms, 53 Perry Vale | 208 yd | |
| Bird In Hand | Bird in Hand, Bird In Hand | 284 yd | |
| Hill | The Hill, 45-47 Dartmouth Road | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| On the Hoof (platform) | Forest Hill Railway Station, Devonshire Road | 107 yd | |
| D & D | Ground Floor Unit, 6 Perry Vale | 109 yd | |
| Jolly Bee Fish Bar | 3 Devonshire Road, London | 117 yd | |
| Kick N Munch | Rear Of 15 To 17, Perry Vale | 126 yd | |
| Morleys Fried Chicken | Morley's Fried Chicken 5 Westbourne Terrace, Perry Vale | 148 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Forest Hill | 34-48 London Road, London | 192 yd | |
| TESCO | 86 London Road, London | 515 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coliseum Fitness (Closed) David's Road | health and fitness suite | 106 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Forest Hill) 26-28 26-28 LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 155 yd |
| Forest Hill Pools DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 514 yd |
| Forest Hill Pool (Closed) Dartmouth Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 536 yd |
| Sydenham School DARTMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 852 yd |
| Forest Hill School Sports Centre DACRES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,082 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 | 83.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 3.2% |
| 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 | 16.1% |
| Median download speed | 75.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.