Foxes Dale is in London and in Greenwich district. SE3 9BD is located in the Blackheath Westcombe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eltham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Foxes Dale, London, SE3 9BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE3 9BB, SE3 9BA, SE3 9BG, SE3 9XD, SE3 9BE, SE3 9SG, SE3 9BL, SE3 9RP, SE3 9XE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SE3 9BD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 49.6% | 49.8% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50.2% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SE3 9BD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.2% | 27.2% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 52.6% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 8.5% | 2.8% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 6.6% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (85.3%) 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 | 56.3% | 57.1% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 8.7% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 28.2% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 SE3 9BD this area, 5.2% 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 76.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8% | 5.2% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.7% | 1% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -8.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.6% | 7.6% | 1.0% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.2% | 9.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 68.4% | 76.2% | 7.8% | 33.8% | 42.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 4.4% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 3.6% |
| White | 91.3% | 82.9% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 81.7% 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 | 87.7% | 81.7% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 4.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.7% | 81.4% | -6.3% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 14.2% | 12.6% | 9.8% | 4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.5% | 0.8% | -8.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| France | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 2.3% | 13.5% | -11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Foxes Dale was 11.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.3% lower than the Blackheath Westcombe average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Foxes Dale has the lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Blackheath Westcombe and the 15th lowest crime rate of 771 local areas in Greenwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Foxes Dale, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,078,000 | 2025-03-28 | £1,084,547 |
| 3 Foxes Dale, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,350,000 | 2024-02-14 | £1,362,335 |
| 5 Foxes Dale, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,146,500 | 2023-08-15 | £1,149,971 |
| 11 Foxes Dale, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2023-08-01 | £1,003,027 |
| 13 Foxes Dale, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2022-08-09 | £750,791 |
SE3 9BD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
SE3 9BD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SE3 9BD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Owen Nursery School 43 Commerell Street , Greenwich SE10 0EA | 4out of 4 | 2,962 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel McMillan Nursery School and Children's Centre McMillan Street , Deptford SE8 3EH | 4out of 4 | 3,483 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 3,533 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 4,271 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clyde Nursery School. Alverton Street , Deptford SE8 5NH | 4out of 4 | 4,339 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklands Primary School Medebourne Close , Casterbridge Road SE3 9AB | 4out of 4 | 398 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Ball Primary School Southvale Road , Blackheath SE3 0TP | 4out of 4 | 681 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wingfield Primary School Ensign Street , SE3 9GJ | - not rated | 768 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School Lee Church Street , SE13 5SG | 4out of 4 | 803 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Church of England Primary School Blackheath 2 Blackheath Vale , Blackheath SE3 0TX | 4out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Tallis School Kidbrooke Park Road , SE3 9PX | 3out of 4 | 998 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The John Roan School Westcombe Park Road , Blackheath SE3 7QR | 1out of 4 | 1,826 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Academy Blackheath Old Dover Road , Blackheath SE3 8SY | - not rated | 1,929 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ursula's Convent School Crooms Hill , Greenwich SE10 8HN | 4out of 4 | 2,043 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Halley Academy Corelli Road , SE3 8EP | 2out of 4 | 2,210 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 1,205 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 3,926 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 997 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,226 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 3,535 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary Magdalene Church of England All Through School Kingsman Street , SE18 5PW | 3out of 4 | 4,923 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath House Preparatory School 37 Wemyss Road , Blackheath SE3 0TG | - not rated | 486 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackheath Prep 4 St Germans Place , Blackheath SE3 0NJ | - not rated | 1,060 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverston School 63-69 Eltham Road , Lee Green SE12 8UF | - not rated | 1,183 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pointer School 19 Stratheden Road , Blackheath SE3 7TH | - not rated | 1,374 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Manor College 40 Falmouth Close , SE12 8JP | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper and Ink | 5 Lee Road | 432 yd | |
| Age Exchange | Offices And Premises Basement And Ground Floor, 11 Blackheath Village | 485 yd | |
| Gail’s | 3 Blackheath Village | 496 yd | |
| La Petite Boulangerie Jade | 28A Blackheath Village, Blackheath | 502 yd | |
| COOK | Cook Unit, 1, 18 Tranquil Vale | 536 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railway | 16 Blackheath Village, Blackheath | 527 yd | |
| Mordens Wine Bar Ltd | Mordens Wine Bar, 7-9 Montpelier Vale | 638 yd | |
| O'Neills | 52 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath | 669 yd | |
| The Crown (Blackheath) | The Crown, 49 Tranquil Vale | 701 yd | |
| Princess of Wales | 1A Montpelier Row, Blackheath | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laicram Thai | Blackheath Delivery Office, 1 Blackheath Grove | 470 yd | |
| Blackheath Fish and Chips | 1 Blackheath Village | 505 yd | |
| Puccinos | Blackheath Station, Blackheath Village | 543 yd | |
| Sun Bo | Sun Bo Chinese Takeaway, 15 Tranquil Vale | 589 yd | |
| Sun Bo Chinese Takeaway | 15 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath | 627 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackheath food centre | Ground Floor Shop, 159 Lee Road | 803 yd | |
| J Sainsbury plc | Sainsbury's, 14 Burnt Ash Road | 942 yd | |
| Aldi | 241 Kidbrooke Park Road | 1,059 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Old Addeyans Sports & Social Club (Closed) Blackheath Park | grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Crofton Country Club (Crofton Albion) WEIGALL ROAD | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| Bowring Sports Ground ELTHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Weigall Road Playing Fields Weigall Road | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Thomas Tallis School THOMAS TALLIS SCHOOL THOMAS TALLIS SCHOOL KIDBROOKE PARK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 798 yd |
| Blackheath High School Sports Field Kidbrooke Park Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 856 yd |
| Thomas Tallis School (Closed) Kidbrooke Park Road | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| St Joseph'S Academy (Closed) Lee Terrace | 967 yd | |
| David Lloyd Club (Kidbrooke) WEIGALL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 991 yd |
| Blackheath Wanderers Sports Club REAR OF 63-69 REAR OF 63-69 ELTHAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,015 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.