Venner Road is in London and in Bromley district. SE26 5HS is located in the Penge & Cator 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 5HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE26 5JF, SE26 5JQ, SE26 5HR, SE26 5HU, SE26 5JE, SE20 7BH, SE26 5JA, SE26 6DZ, SE26 6DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE26 5HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.5% | 50.9% | 4.4% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 53.5% | 49.1% | -4.4% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 5HS, 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 | 47.4% | 45.7% | -1.7% | 37.9% | 7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.9% | 41.2% | 6.3% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 2.3% | -2.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.1% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 | 52.5% | 51.9% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 22.9% | 30.2% | 7.3% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 11% | -5.5% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 3.8% | -3.9% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.8% | 15% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 6.4% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 11.4% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 12.3% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.2% | 49.5% | 13.3% | 33.8% | 15.7% |
| Other | 6.5% | 3.6% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 57.7% 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 | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 2.3% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 9.9% | 11.3% | 1.4% | 2.5% | 8.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 7.4% | 10% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 9.0% |
| Other Black | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| White | 69% | 57.7% | -11.3% | 81.4% | -23.7% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 76.1% 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 | 74.6% | 76.1% | 1.5% | 83.2% | -7.1% |
| European Union | 6.3% | 8% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 9.5% | 6.6% | -2.9% | 2.7% | 3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.5% | 3.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73.2% | 75.6% | 2.4% | 83.2% | -7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 17.9% | 17.5% | 9.8% | 8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.7% | 3.4% | -3.3% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.6% | 1.7% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.1% | 1.4% | -12.7% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 7.9% | 6.5% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Venner Road was 119.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.7% lower than the Penge & Cator average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Venner Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Penge & Cator and the 168th highest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 128A Venner Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2025-04-23 | £620,000 |
| 128B Venner Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2023-12-15 | £506,864 |
| 142 Venner Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2021-06-24 | £978,555 |
| 148 Venner Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £865,000 | 2021-01-12 | £1,012,974 |
| 132 Venner Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2020-06-19 | £927,847 |
SE26 5HS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,017 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 3,598 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 4,156 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 | 4,576 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 4,587 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace Malcolm Road , Penge SE20 8RH | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Maple Road , Penge SE20 8HU | 3out of 4 | 852 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Junior School Cator Road , Sydenham SE26 5DS | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School The Peak , Sydenham SE26 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelvin Grove Primary School Kelvin Grove , SE26 6BB | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,423 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sydenham School Dartmouth Road , SE26 4RD | 3out of 4 | 1,485 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,911 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdale Foundation School Alleyn Park , Dulwich SE21 8SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,408 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 | 3,248 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 | 4,067 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | 3out of 4 | 4,774 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 4,847 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 715 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brent Knoll School Perry Rise , SE23 2QU | 3out of 4 | 1,839 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenvale School Waters Road , Catford SE6 1UF | 4out of 4 | 1,849 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 | 2,085 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings London 25 Beckenham Road , BR3 4PR | - not rated | 2,405 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Things Cafe | 1 - 2 Station Parade, Newlands Park | 308 yd | |
| Family Cafe | 44B Newlands Park, Sydenham | 360 yd | |
| Pride Of Venice | 27 High Street, Penge | 486 yd | |
| Alexandra Nurseries - Tea Room | 56B Parish Lane, Penge | 526 yd | |
| Naka Cafe | 53 High Street, Penge | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydenham Lawn Tennis And Croquet Club | Sydenham Lawn Tennis Club, Lawrie Park Road | 240 yd | |
| Craft Metropolis | 47 High Street, Penge | 534 yd | |
| Bridge House Tavern | 2 High Street, Penge | 536 yd | |
| The Pavilion | 325 Kirkdale, London | 643 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 313-315 Kirkdale, London | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Fish & Chips | 3 Newlands Park, Sydenham | 318 yd | |
| Inthabox | 31 - 33 High Street, Penge | 486 yd | |
| Tangs Chinese Takeaway | 4 Parish Lane, Penge | 506 yd | |
| Barnies Burgers | 79 High Street, Penge | 534 yd | |
| Chef Karnavar At Home | 79 High Street, Penge | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costsaver Supermarket | 38-40 Sydenham Road, London | 635 yd | |
| Tesco | 42 Sydenham Road, London | 635 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 74 High Street, Penge | 642 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Local, Cobbs Court | 667 yd | |
| Sainsburys | 309-311 Kirkdale, London | 686 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sydenham Tennis Club LAWRIE PARK ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 238 yd |
| Alexandra Recreation Ground STUDLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace MALCOLM ROAD | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Pure Gym (Sydenham) REGENT HOUSE BUSINESS CENTRE REGENT HOUSE BUSINESS CENTRE KIRKDALE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 727 yd |
| Alexandra Junior School Cator Road | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Sydenham High School Gdst SYDENHAM HIGH SCHOOL SYDENHAM HIGH SCHOOL WESTWOOD HILL | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 841 yd |
| Crystal Palace National Sports Centre CRYSTAL PALACE NATIONAL SPORTS CENTRE CRYSTAL PALACE NATIONAL SPORTS CENTRE LEDRINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 926 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 281.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.