Half Moon Lane is in London and in Southwark district. SE24 9HU is located in the Dulwich Village electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dulwich and West Norwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Half Moon Lane, London, SE24 9HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE24 9JU, SE24 9LT, SE24 9JX, SE24 9LR, SE24 9HN, SE24 0EU, SE24 0EX, SE24 9QL, SE24 9LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE24 9HU has a female population much higher than UK average, with 59.5% of the population 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 | 53.5% | 59.5% | 6.0% | 51.0% | 8.5% |
| Male | 46.5% | 40.5% | -6.0% | 49.0% | -8.5% |
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 SE24 9HU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% 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 | 49.7% | 49.8% | 0.1% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.4% | 32.9% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -11.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 7.8% | 4.4% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.4%) 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 | 58.3% | 55.7% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 7.3% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 31.7% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 9.4% | 2.0% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -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.
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 68.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.6% | 11.9% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.1% | 2.7% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 6.4% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 8.8% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -8.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.8% | 68.5% | 11.7% | 33.8% | 34.7% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.7% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.6% | 2.7% | -2.9% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 72.9% | 77.3% | 4.4% | 81.4% | -4.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 77.4% 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 | 82.6% | 77.4% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -5.8% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 10% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 5% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.8% | 77.4% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 14.7% | 13.2% | 9.8% | 4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 4.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.5% | 0.9% | -10.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Middle East | 2% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.1% | 13.5% | -9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 35.1% | 46.2% | -11.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Half Moon Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Dulwich Village average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Half Moon Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £4,020,000 | 2020-09-11 | £4,124,470 |
| 42 Half Moon Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £2,725,000 | 2015-05-28 | £3,279,970 |
| 26 Half Moon Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £2,650,000 | 2014-08-22 | £3,281,744 |
| 34A Half Moon Lane, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £2,400,000 | 2011-08-23 | £3,991,753 |
| 44 Half Moon Lane, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2005-09-21 | £3,892,761 |
SE24 9HU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
SE24 9HU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 33 |
| Information and communication | 29 |
| Other | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 938 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 | 949 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 1,678 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 2,400 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 2,971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Jude's Church of England Primary School Regent Road , Herne Hill SE24 0EL | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Judith Kerr Primary School 62-68 Half Moon Lane , Herne Hill SE24 9JE | 3out of 4 | 480 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosendale Junior School Turney Road , West Dulwich SE21 8LX | - not rated | 757 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosendale Infant School Turney Road , West Dulwich SE21 8LX | - not rated | 757 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosendale Primary School Rosendale Road , West Dulwich SE21 8LR | - not rated | 787 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Charter School North Dulwich Red Post Hill , SE24 9JH | 4out of 4 | 894 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich High School for Boys Red Post Hill , SE24 9JH | - not rated | 894 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Charter School Red Post Hill , SE24 9JH | - not rated | 894 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dick Sheppard School Tulse Hill , SW2 2QA | - not rated | 1,028 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Evelyn Grace Academy 255 Shakespeare Road , Lambeth SE24 0QN | - not rated | 1,059 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Bank University Sixth Form 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 1,599 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 2,270 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Colleges 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 3,260 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 3,799 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossways Sixth Form Sprules Road , Brockley SE4 2NL | - not rated | 4,825 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 3out of 4 | 2,837 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durand Academy Hackford Road , Stockwell SW9 0RD | - not rated | 2,957 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 5,262 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 5,444 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | - not rated | 5,444 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herne Hill School 127 Herne Hill , Herne Hill SE24 9LY | - not rated | 258 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chartswood Education Centre St John's Hall , Guernsey Grove SE24 9DE | - not rated | 459 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Turney Primary and Secondary Special School Turney Road , SE21 8LX | - not rated | 681 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowfield School Heron Road , SE24 0HY | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Foundation special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| James Allen's Girls' School East Dulwich Grove , SE22 8TE | - not rated | 1,073 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peachy goat ltd | 16 | 3 yd | |
| Flo's | 23 | 95 yd | |
| Lombok thai | 17 | 95 yd | |
| Cuppo bubbo ltd | 167-169 | 131 yd | |
| Elsewhere coffee roasters | 1a | 153 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Hotel | The Commercial Hotel, 210 - 212 Railton Road | 250 yd | |
| The Florence | 131 - 133 Dulwich Road, London | 276 yd | |
| The Prince Regent | 69 Dulwich Road, London | 651 yd | |
| Griffin sports club | 12 | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matchstic | Arch 290, Milkwood Road | 173 yd | |
| Pasta Evangelists | Arch 290, Milkwood Road | 173 yd | |
| Breakfast And Chill | Arch 290, Milkwood Road | 173 yd | |
| Fireaway pizza herne hill | 69 | 211 yd | |
| Olleys fish experience | 65 | 215 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 132A Herne Hill, London | 172 yd | |
| Budgens (dulwich) | 127-129 | 420 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 2 Tulse Hill, London | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brockwell Park DULWICH ROAD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 449 yd |
| Brockwell Lido DULWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 532 yd |
| Dulwich Sports Club DULWICH SPORTS CLUB DULWICH SPORTS CLUB GIANT ARCHES ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 546 yd |
| The Edward Alleyn Club ALLEYN SPORTS GROUND REAR OF 83 TO 85 ALLEYN SPORTS GROUND REAR OF 83 TO 85 BURBAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| Herne Hill Stadium (Closed) Burbage Road | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Herne Hill Velodrome BURBAGE ROAD | cycling | 695 yd |
| The Griffin Sports Ground DULWICH VILLAGE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 825 yd |
| Charter School Sports Centre RED POST HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Dulwich Sports Ground TURNEY ROAD | grass pitches | 972 yd |
| Jags Sports Club RED POST HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,009 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 170.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.