Venner Road is in London and in Lewisham district. SE26 5EL is located in the Sydenham 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 Venner Road, London, SE26 5EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE26 5EJ, SE26 5EH, SE26 5HP, SE26 5QH, SE26 5QN, SE26 6DH, SE26 5EF, SE26 5EG, SE26 5QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SE26 5EL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 49.1% | 47.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 50.9% | 52.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 SE26 5EL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.7% 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 | 47.3% | 45.7% | -1.6% | 37.9% | 7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22% | 28.4% | 6.4% | 44.2% | -15.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 6.5% | 2.4% | -4.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 19.2% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 10.1% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 4.3% | -5.4% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.3% | 44.4% | 9.1% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 34.3% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 13% | -6.3% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 7.1% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.5% | 18.5% | -10.0% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 11.8% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.1% | 13.7% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 4.3% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 11.4% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.3% | 39.8% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 6.0% |
| Other | 7% | 0.5% | -6.5% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 50.2% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
| Black African | 4.1% | 19.8% | 15.7% | 2.5% | 17.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 12.8% | 9.7% | -3.1% | 1.0% | 8.7% |
| Other Black | 7.3% | 1.7% | -5.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 3.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.7% | 2.1% | -1.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 62.8% | 50.2% | -12.6% | 81.4% | -31.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 57.3% 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 | 73.9% | 57.3% | -16.6% | 83.2% | -25.9% |
| European Union | 5% | 9.5% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 5.5% | 15.8% | 10.3% | 2.7% | 13.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 7.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 7.8% | 7.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | 6.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.3% | 57.7% | -11.6% | 83.2% | -25.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 28% | 26.6% | 9.8% | 18.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 7.5% | 5.7% | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 22.5% | 1.7% | -20.8% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.2% | 76.7% | -7.5% |
| Ireland | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Spain | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Middle East | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Venner Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Sydenham 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. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66B Venner Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £359,000 | 2025-06-06 | £367,167 |
| Flat 4 68 Venner Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £357,500 | 2023-09-04 | £369,655 |
| 78C Venner Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £369,000 | 2023-07-07 | £388,936 |
| Flat 1 68 Venner Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £364,550 | 2023-06-09 | £387,007 |
| 66C Venner Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2021-03-18 | £450,902 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 1,944 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 3,936 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 4,249 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 4,465 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre 23 Dagnall Park , South Norwood SE25 5PL | 2out of 4 | 4,904 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School The Peak , Sydenham SE26 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Junior School Cator Road , Sydenham SE26 5DS | 3out of 4 | 909 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace Malcolm Road , Penge SE20 8RH | 3out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelvin Grove Primary School Kelvin Grove , SE26 6BB | 3out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Maple Road , Penge SE20 8HU | 3out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sydenham School Dartmouth Road , SE26 4RD | 3out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 2,206 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdale Foundation School Alleyn Park , Dulwich SE21 8SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,348 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 3,581 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 | 3,744 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 4,867 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | 3out of 4 | 5,106 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydenham High School GDST 19 Westwood Hill , Sydenham SE26 6BL | - not rated | 620 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brent Knoll School Perry Rise , SE23 2QU | 3out of 4 | 1,560 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenvale School Waters Road , Catford SE6 1UF | 4out of 4 | 1,568 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose House Montessori School The Chapel-on-the-Hill , South Road SE23 2UJ | - not rated | 1,747 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Tutorial Trust 62-72 Dalmain Road , SE23 1AT | - not rated | 2,402 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo | Ground Floor Unit, 22 Sydenham Road | 262 yd | |
| Kente Coffee Shop | 16 Sydenham Road, London | 264 yd | |
| Dragonfly Yoga Studio | Unit 1, 22A Sydenham Road | 270 yd | |
| COBB'S CORNER CAFE LTD | 260 Kirkdale, London | 291 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee | 12 Sydenham Road, London | 320 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pavilion | 325 Kirkdale, London | 311 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 313-315 Kirkdale, London | 362 yd | |
| Sydenham Lawn Tennis And Croquet Club | Sydenham Lawn Tennis Club, Lawrie Park Road | 458 yd | |
| The Golden Lion PH Ltd | 116 Sydenham Road, London | 516 yd | |
| The Dolphin | 121 Sydenham Road, London | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selim Kebab | 26 Sydenham Road, London | 264 yd | |
| Vietsan | 40B Sydenham Road, London | 316 yd | |
| Patty Palace Sydenham Ltd | 27 Sydenham Road, London | 328 yd | |
| Mr Kebabish | Ground Floor Unit, 107 Sydenham Road | 435 yd | |
| Subway | Ground Floor Unit, 83 Sydenham Road | 435 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costsaver Supermarket | 38-40 Sydenham Road, London | 320 yd | |
| Tesco | 42 Sydenham Road, London | 320 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Local, Cobbs Court | 339 yd | |
| Sainsburys | 309-311 Kirkdale, London | 362 yd | |
| Lidl UK Gmbh | Lidl, 106-112 Sydenham Road | 529 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (Sydenham) REGENT HOUSE BUSINESS CENTRE REGENT HOUSE BUSINESS CENTRE KIRKDALE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 410 yd |
| Sydenham Tennis Club LAWRIE PARK ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 461 yd |
| Alexandra Recreation Ground STUDLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 505 yd |
| Sydenham High School Gdst SYDENHAM HIGH SCHOOL SYDENHAM HIGH SCHOOL WESTWOOD HILL | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 754 yd |
| Alexandra Junior School Cator Road | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Mayow Park MAYOW PARK MAYOW PARK MAYOW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 849 yd |
| Saints & Sinners (Closed) Park Hall Park Hall Sydenham Park | health and fitness suite | 922 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace MALCOLM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Sydenham Wells Park TAYLORS LANE | tennis courts | 1,077 yd |
| Forest Hill School Sports Centre DACRES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,081 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.