Grove Lane is in London and in Southwark district. SE5 8SL is located in the St Giles electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Camberwell and Peckham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grove Lane, London, SE5 8SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE5 8FA, SE5 8SN, SE5 8RG, SE5 8RQ, SE5 8BH, SE5 8SW, SE5 8RF, SE5 8BB, SE5 8BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE5 8SL is primarily male, with 53.7% of the population 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 | 46.3% | 46.3% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -4.7% |
| Male | 53.7% | 53.7% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 4.7% |
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 SE5 8SL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 63.4% 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 | 57.2% | 63.4% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 25.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.8% | 18.5% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -25.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 8.9% | 7.7% | 2.2% | 6.7% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 7.3% | -5.9% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 1.3% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 | 48.1% | 52.3% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 28.4% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 12.7% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.5% | 17.1% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 9.5% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.5% | 9.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 12% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.4% | 49.7% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 15.9% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.6% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 36.8% 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 | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 3.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 16.9% | 34.3% | 17.4% | 2.5% | 31.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.5% | 6.9% | -2.6% | 1.0% | 5.9% |
| Other Black | 7.4% | 3% | -4.4% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 47.1% | 36.8% | -10.3% | 81.4% | -44.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 6.9% | 4.9% | -2.0% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 51.5% 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 | 65.9% | 51.5% | -14.4% | 83.2% | -31.7% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 7.1% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 13.2% | 26.6% | 13.4% | 2.7% | 23.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 4.9% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 9.8% | 7.4% | -2.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 64.6% | 51.8% | -12.8% | 83.2% | -31.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 29.5% | 27.1% | 9.8% | 19.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 6.3% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.4% | 3.6% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 22.8% | 8.8% | -14.0% | 1.9% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 5.2% | 0.4% | 4.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.6% | 0.3% | 3.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 3.9% | 0.2% | 3.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 17.1% | 6.5% | 10.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 11.6% | 6.0% | 5.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grove Lane was 134.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.9% higher than the Champion Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grove Lane has the 14th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Champion Hill and the 350th highest crime rate of 769 local areas in Southwark .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% 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 12 Hull Court Grove Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-11-17 | £379,394 |
| Flat 5 Hull Court Grove Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-04-28 | £326,042 |
| Flat 10 Hull Court Grove Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-12-11 | £303,657 |
| Flat 8 Hull Court Grove Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2018-08-31 | £411,514 |
| Flat 8 Hull Court Grove Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2012-12-11 | £377,774 |
SE5 8SL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% 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.
SE5 8SL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 152 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 28 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Other | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Bernadt Nursery School 29 Chandler Way , SE15 6DT | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grove Nursery School Tower Mill Road , SE15 6BY | 3out of 4 | 1,434 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , Peckham SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 1,832 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 | 2,235 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 2,301 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyndhurst Primary School Grove Lane , SE5 8SN | - not rated | 180 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyndhurst Primary School Grove Lane , SE5 8SN | 3out of 4 | 180 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dog Kennel Hill School Dog Kennel Hill , East Dulwich SE22 8AB | - not rated | 543 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Primary School Grove Hill Road , East Dulwich SE22 8AB | 3out of 4 | 543 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldecot Primary School Caldecot Road , Camberwell SE5 9RN | - not rated | 545 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warwick Park School Peckham Road , SE15 5DZ | - not rated | 1,061 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Peckham 112 Peckham Road , SE15 5DZ | - not rated | 1,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Camberwell New Road , SE5 0RP | 4out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Secondary School Camberwell New Road , SE5 0RP | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Charter School East Dulwich Jarvis Road , East Dulwich SE22 8RB | 3out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 2,905 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossways Sixth Form Sprules Road , Brockley SE4 2NL | - not rated | 3,531 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 3,543 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College London Maths School 80 Kennington Road , SE11 6NJ | - not rated | 3,788 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwark College Bermondsey Centre , Keetons Road SE16 4EE | - not rated | 3,806 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durand Academy Hackford Road , Stockwell SW9 0RD | - not rated | 2,298 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 3,232 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 3out of 4 | 5,043 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 5,066 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | - not rated | 5,066 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maudsley and Bethlem Hospital School 1st Floor, Mapother House, Maudsley Hospital , De Crespigny Park SE5 8AZ | 4out of 4 | 335 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maudsley and Bethlem Hospital School 1st Floor, Mapother House, Maudsley Hospital , De Crespigny Park SE5 8AZ | - not rated | 335 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hospital and Home Tuition Sick Children's Service School Room, E3, Paediatric Neuroscience , Kings College Hospital SE5 9RS | - not rated | 418 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Francis Independent School 166 Benhill Road , Camberwell SE5 7LL | - not rated | 626 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Villa 54 Lyndhurst Grove , SE15 5AH | - not rated | 694 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe at the ortus | Ortus, 82-96 | 67 yd | |
| Acsion ltd trading as pomegranate cafe | Fetal Medicine Research Instit, 16-20 | 142 yd | |
| Tapete | 119 | 160 yd | |
| Iss facility services | Maudsley Hospital | 346 yd | |
| Nandine | 82 | 396 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George canning | The George Canning, 123 | 135 yd | |
| Phoenix | PHOENIX | 142 yd | |
| The fox on the hill | 149 | 564 yd | |
| The joiners arms | Joiners Arms, 35 | 600 yd | |
| The camberwell arms | The Castle, 65 | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit & flowers | Denmark Hill Railway Station | 142 yd | |
| French tacos uk | 117a | 166 yd | |
| Baguette & Co | Kings College Hospital, Denmark Hill | 419 yd | |
| Costa - Main Entrance | Kings College Hospital, Denmark Hill | 419 yd | |
| Tasty House | 118 Denmark Hill, London | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Butterfly Walk | 674 yd | |
| The co-operative food | 28-32 | 709 yd | |
| Budgens | 112 - 114 Coldharbour Lane, London | 823 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 37-41 | 831 yd | |
| Sainsburys supermarkets ltd | 80 | 884 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ruskin Park RUSKIN PARK RUSKIN PARK DENMARK HILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 721 yd |
| Brunswick Park St. Giles Road | tennis courts | 749 yd |
| Camberwell Leisure Centre CAMBERWELL LEISURE CENTRE CAMBERWELL LEISURE CENTRE ARTICHOKE PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 759 yd |
| Copleston Centre COPLESTON ROAD | 850 yd | |
| Besemer Grange Tenants Hall (Closed) Blanchedowne | 859 yd | |
| Dulwich Health Club EDGAR KAIL WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 906 yd |
| Mckenzie'S Boxing EDGAR KAIL WAY | health and fitness suite | 911 yd |
| Flaxman Sports Centre CAREW STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,023 yd |
| Brunswick Park Primary School PICTON STREET | 1,057 yd | |
| Harry Caddick Community Hall THE HARRY CADDICK COMMUNITY CENTRE THE HARRY CADDICK COMMUNITY CENTRE LILFORD ROAD | 1,069 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 | 61.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 163.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 117.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.