Grove Lane is in London and in Southwark district. SE5 8SP 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 8SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE5 8RE, SE5 8ST, SE5 8JE, SE5 8SU, SE5 8JA, SE5 8TW, SE5 8SH, SE5 8JD, SE5 8FB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE5 8SP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.3% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.7% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 8SP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 63.9% 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 | 53.6% | 63.9% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 26.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 29% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -15.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 1.3% | -4.1% | 9.1% | -7.8% |
| Widowed | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 (89.9%) 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 | 55.4% | 66.2% | 10.8% | 48.4% | 17.8% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 23.7% | -10.5% | 33.6% | -9.9% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 7.6% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 SE5 8SP this area, 1.9% 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 77.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.5% | 1.9% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -16.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.2% | 1.6% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.1% | 5.8% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 11.9% | -3.0% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 63.1% | 77.1% | 14.0% | 33.8% | 43.3% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 6.3% | 2.8% | -3.5% | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 81% | 82.2% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 78% 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 | 73.7% | 78% | 4.3% | 83.2% | -5.2% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 7.3% | 3.7% | -3.6% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Oceania | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.2% | 77.5% | 5.3% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 4.3% | 17.4% | 13.1% | 9.8% | 7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 0.6% | -3.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.9% | 2% | -12.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 1.1% | 13.5% | -12.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.3% | 37.2% | 18.1% |
| Christian | 33.7% | 46.2% | -12.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grove Lane was 293.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 213.4% higher than the Champion Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grove Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Champion Hill and the 126th highest crime rate of 799 local areas in Southwark .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 193.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 258.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Grove Lane, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2025-03-20 | £860,262 |
| 37 Grove Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £920,000 | 2024-03-12 | £960,546 |
| Apartment 19 Appleford House, 31 Grove Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2023-11-28 | £349,758 |
| Apartment 21 Appleford House, 31 Grove Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-12-02 | £378,040 |
| Apartment 22 Appleford House, 31 Grove Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £376,500 | 2022-07-22 | £377,258 |
SE5 8SP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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 8SP 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 | 141 |
| Self-Employed | 62 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 64 |
| Information and communication | 29 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Other | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Children & Family Centre Tower Mill Road , Off Coleman Road SE15 6BY | 3out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 1,955 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Effra Nursery School and Early Years Centre 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethelred Nursery School and Children's Centre 1 Gundulf Street , SE11 6BG | 4out of 4 | 2,758 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 | 310 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crawford Primary School Crawford Road , SE5 9NF | 4out of 4 | 425 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Park Primary School Picton Street , Camberwell SE5 7QH | 3out of 4 | 672 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Comber Grove School Comber Grove , Camberwell SE5 0LQ | 3out of 4 | 820 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver Goldsmith Primary School Peckham Road , Camberwell SE5 8UH | 2out of 4 | 942 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Camberwell New Road , SE5 0RP | 4out of 4 | 625 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Gabriel's College Langton Road , SW9 6UL | 3out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark All Saints Academy 140 Wyndham Road , Camberwell SE5 0UB | 3out of 4 | 1,047 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Peckham 112 Peckham Road , SE15 5DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,208 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Charter School East Dulwich Jarvis Road , SE22 8RB | 3out of 4 | 1,779 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's College London Maths School 80 Kennington Road , SE11 6NJ | - not rated | 3,299 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley College 61 Westminster Bridge Road , Waterloo SE1 7HT | - not rated | 3,418 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Marine Society College of the Sea 200b Lambeth Road , SE1 7JY | - not rated | 3,425 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , Clapham | - not rated | 3,577 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambeth College 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 4,194 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 2,794 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 5,312 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arco Academy Camberwell Leisure Centre , Artichoke Place SE5 8TS | - not rated | 287 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethlem and Maudsley Hospital School 1st Floor, Mapother House, Maudsley Hospital , De Crespigny Park SE5 8AZ | 4out of 4 | 344 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 | 541 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Camberwell College of Arts 45-65 Peckham Road , SE5 8UF | - not rated | 733 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Spa School Camberwell 150 Southampton Way , SE5 7EW | - not rated | 745 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The vineyard | 3 | 95 yd | |
| Van hing | 42 | 180 yd | |
| Maloko art cafe | 60 | 180 yd | |
| We are lumberjack | 70 | 180 yd | |
| Oregano leaf pizzeria | 44 | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The camberwell arms | The Castle, 65 | 254 yd | |
| Stormbird | 25 | 254 yd | |
| Good neighbour | 21 | 299 yd | |
| Hermits cave | 28 | 301 yd | |
| The joiners arms | Joiners Arms, 35 | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The pantry by st giles | 62 | 174 yd | |
| Morley's | 56 | 180 yd | |
| Patty island | 40 | 180 yd | |
| Pollo | 2 | 230 yd | |
| Francesco's | 51-53 | 237 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Butterfly Walk | 340 yd | |
| The co-operative food | 28-32 | 405 yd | |
| Tesco | 316-322 | 608 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 37-41 | 717 yd | |
| Ar camberwell supermarket | 244-246 | 722 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Camberwell Leisure Centre CAMBERWELL LEISURE CENTRE CAMBERWELL LEISURE CENTRE ARTICHOKE PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 377 yd |
| Brunswick Park St. Giles Road | tennis courts | 439 yd |
| Brunswick Park Primary School PICTON STREET | 683 yd | |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Secondary School CAMBERWELL NEW ROAD | 765 yd | |
| Flaxman Sports Centre CAREW STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 852 yd |
| Ruskin Park RUSKIN PARK RUSKIN PARK DENMARK HILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 943 yd |
| Harry Caddick Community Hall THE HARRY CADDICK COMMUNITY CENTRE THE HARRY CADDICK COMMUNITY CENTRE LILFORD ROAD | 949 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 70.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.