Thornlaw Road is in London and in Lambeth district. SE27 0SQ is located in the Knight's Hill 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 Thornlaw Road, London, SE27 0SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE27 0SB, SE27 0RR, SE27 0RP, SE27 0SZ, SE27 0TA, SE27 0LQ, SW16 2RY, SW16 2SA, SE27 0SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE27 0SQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 51.4% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.6% | 48.6% | 2.0% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 SE27 0SQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.2% 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 | 49.2% | 47.2% | -2.0% | 37.9% | 9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.4% | 40.2% | 2.8% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 4.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 5.3% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 51% | 55.3% | 4.3% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 30.2% | -10.9% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 5% | 11% | 6.0% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 60.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.3% | 13.4% | 5.1% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 5.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.4% | 7.7% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 8.9% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.7% | 60.7% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 26.9% |
| Other | 7.9% | 1.2% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58.9% 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 | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 5.2% | 7.2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 4.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.9% | 7.8% | -2.1% | 1.0% | 6.8% |
| Other Black | 4.7% | 2.5% | -2.2% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.4% | 1.2% | -3.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| White | 62.7% | 58.9% | -3.8% | 81.4% | -22.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 72.5% 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 | 75.5% | 72.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | -10.7% |
| European Union | 8.5% | 7.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 9.1% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.6% | 72.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | -10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 16.9% | 14.3% | 9.8% | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 4.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 16% | 3.1% | -12.9% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 31.7% | 46.2% | -14.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 9.4% | 6.5% | 2.9% |
| Not answered | 13.2% | 6.0% | 7.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thornlaw Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Knight's Hill average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 103 Thornlaw Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2026-02-20 | £450,000 |
| Flat 1 103 Thornlaw Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-07-04 | £317,968 |
| Flat 4 105 Thornlaw Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-03-27 | £366,034 |
| 97 Thornlaw Road, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,770,000 | 2024-09-10 | £1,711,000 |
| Flat 4 103 Thornlaw Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-08-09 | £313,634 |
SE27 0SQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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.
SE27 0SQ 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SE27 0SQ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Information and communication | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 2,405 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 2,453 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 3,224 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 3,476 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 | 3,542 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Lane Primary School Crown Lane , Streatham SW16 3HX | 3out of 4 | 562 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Julian's School 16 Wolfington Road , West Norwood SE27 0JF | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunnyhill Primary School Sunnyhill Road , Streatham SW16 2UW | 3out of 4 | 688 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Linton Grove , SE27 0DZ | - not rated | 867 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Linton Grove , West Norwood SE27 0DZ | 3out of 4 | 867 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School Belltrees Grove , SW16 2HY | - not rated | 686 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , Streatham SW16 2QB | - not rated | 854 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's College Beulah Hill , SE19 3HL | - not rated | 960 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Joseph's College Beulah Hill , SE19 3HL | 3out of 4 | 960 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Norwood School Crown Dale , Lambeth SE19 3NY | 3out of 4 | 1,055 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 2,833 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Middle School Recreation Way , CR4 1PJ | - not rated | 3,584 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorringe Park Middle School Sandy Lane , CR4 2HD | - not rated | 3,959 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thoma's of Canterbury Catholic Middle School Commonside East , CR4 1YG | - not rated | 4,648 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Liberty County Middle School Western Road , CR4 3EB | - not rated | 5,017 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,512 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 3,660 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 4,115 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 4,374 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Colleges 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 4,404 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 854 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 2,640 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South London College Knights Hill , SE27 0TX | - not rated | 546 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silburn Reid 51c Crown Lane , Streatham SW16 3JE | - not rated | 627 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Campus Gipsy Road , West Norwood SE27 9NP | - not rated | 999 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Campus Academy Gipsy Road , West Norwood SE27 9NP | - not rated | 999 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maypole School (Leigham Court) 76 Leigham Court Road , Streatham SW16 2QA | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grind | 96 Knight's Hill, London | 543 yd | |
| Tickle Me Time Sandwich Bar | Ground Floor, 56 Knight's Hill | 630 yd | |
| Pintadera | Ground Floor, 50 Knight's Hill | 630 yd | |
| Southside Rehab Association | 45 Knight's Hill, London | 642 yd | |
| The Garden Pizza Restuarant And Bar | Shop, 31 Knight's Hill | 642 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Horns Tavern | Knight's Hill, London | 630 yd | |
| The Great North Wood | 3 Knight's Hill, London | 642 yd | |
| The Hope | The Hope Public House, 49 Norwood High Street | 775 yd | |
| Knowles Of Norwood | 294 - 298 Norwood Road, London | 1,012 yd | |
| The Conquering Hero | 262 Beulah Hill, Upper Norwood | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Agile Rabbit | 28 Ernest Avenue, London | 601 yd | |
| Morley's | Ground Floor, 48 Knight's Hill | 630 yd | |
| Papadom On The Hill | 62 Knight's Hill, London | 634 yd | |
| Sushi Handroll | Ground Floor, 60 Knight's Hill | 636 yd | |
| Knights Hill Fish Bar | 39 Knight's Hill, London | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 4 Crown Lane, London | 751 yd | |
| Iceland Foods | 348 - 352 Norwood Road, London | 901 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | 539 - 541 Norwood Road, London | 992 yd | |
| Tesco | 551 Norwood Road, London | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Norwood Lawn Tennis Club (Closed) KNIGHTS HILL | tennis courts | 497 yd |
| Valley Road Playing Fields CURTIS FIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 605 yd |
| Bishop Thomas Grant School Belltrees Grove | 684 yd | |
| West Norwood Health And Leisure Centre DEVANE WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 696 yd |
| Dunraven School (South Side) Leigham Court Road | artificial grass pitch | 872 yd |
| St Josephs College BEULAH HILL | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 943 yd |
| Park Campus Academy GIPSY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,001 yd |
| Norwood School CROWN DALE | health and fitness suite | 1,054 yd |
| The Rookery COVINGTON WAY | tennis courts | 1,061 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 | 97.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.0% |
| 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 | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.