Inchmery Road is in London and in Lewisham district. SE6 1DE is located in the Catford South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewisham East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Inchmery Road, London, SE6 1DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE6 1DY, SE6 2JY, SE6 2LR, SE6 1DF, SE6 1BA, SE6 2JZ, SE6 1ES, SE6 1DB, SE6 2NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SE6 1DE has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 45.7% | 47.4% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 54.3% | 52.6% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 SE6 1DE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.2% 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 | 48.2% | 50.2% | 2.0% | 37.9% | 12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 32.1% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Separated | 6% | 3.6% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 11.2% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 52.3% | 56.4% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 8.0% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 32.1% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 8.3% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 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.
In the area around SE6 1DE this area, 9.6% 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 50.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17% | 9.6% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.8% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 12.8% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 50.4% | 18.8% | 33.8% | 16.6% |
| Other | 9.6% | 3.2% | -6.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 41.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 3.5% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 5.7% | 4.8% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
| Black African | 8.2% | 18.1% | 9.9% | 2.5% | 15.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 16.2% | 12.6% | -3.6% | 1.0% | 11.6% |
| Other Black | 4.8% | 2.6% | -2.2% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 4.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Mixed Other | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 3.4% |
| White | 51.7% | 41.3% | -10.4% | 81.4% | -40.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 67.2% 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 | 68.8% | 67.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | -16.0% |
| European Union | 8.5% | 8.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 6.5% | 13.1% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 10.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.7% | 4.5% | -5.2% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.4% | 4.1% | -1.3% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.2% | 67.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | -15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 6.5% | 22.4% | 15.9% | 9.8% | 12.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 5.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | 2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.8% | 1.3% | -5.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.2% | 3.5% | -10.7% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 6.4% | 6.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Inchmery Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Catford South average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123 Inchmery Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £925,000 | 2022-07-25 | £984,919 |
| 125 Inchmery Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £869,000 | 2021-01-22 | £961,291 |
| 125 Inchmery Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2014-07-04 | £1,023,653 |
| 121 Inchmery Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2013-04-26 | £932,408 |
| 123 Inchmery Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2007-07-10 | £1,070,619 |
SE6 1DE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
SE6 1DE 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 | 113 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 21 |
| Other | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 3,065 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 | 4,919 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 5,204 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clyde Nursery School. Alverton Street , Deptford SE8 5NH | 4out of 4 | 5,448 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Culverley Road , Catford SE6 2LD | 4out of 4 | 332 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushey Green Primary School Culverley Road , Catford SE6 2LA | 3out of 4 | 494 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhurst Primary School Minard Road , Catford SE6 1NW | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Torridon Primary School Hazelbank Road , SE6 1TG | 4out of 4 | 986 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbeach Primary School Nelgarde Road , SE6 4TP | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conisborough College Conisborough Crescent , Catford SE6 2SE | 2out of 4 | 934 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bonus Pastor Catholic College Winlaton Road , Downham BR1 5PZ | 4out of 4 | 1,991 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedgehill Academy Sedgehill Road , Lewisham SE6 3QW | - not rated | 2,289 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast School Adelaide Avenue , Brockley SE4 1LE | 4out of 4 | 2,410 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy Launcelot Road , BR1 5EB | 3out of 4 | 2,738 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 2,834 yd | Further education | 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 | 1,501 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 2,287 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,733 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 2,947 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Young Women's Hub Brownhill Road , Brownhill Road SE6 1AU | - not rated | 906 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Family Learning School Capital House , RUSHEY GREEN SE6 4AS | - not rated | 916 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Education-My Life Matters 5 Rosenthal Road , Catford SE6 2BX | - not rated | 922 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dunstan's College Stanstead Road , Catford SE6 4TY | - not rated | 1,228 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Woodlands School Shroffold Road , BR1 5PD | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Breeze Fish Bar | 2 Muirkirk Road, Catford | 171 yd | |
| Libaron | Lilywhite Restaurant, 290 Sangley Road | 172 yd | |
| Lily White Restaurant | Lilywhite Restaurant, 290 Sangley Road | 172 yd | |
| Blendstar | Ground Floor Unit, 7 Sandhurst Market | 181 yd | |
| WE LOVE PASTA LTD | 27A Thornsbeach Road, Catford | 203 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silks | 179-181 Rushey Green, London | 786 yd | |
| Twerk 'N' Jerk Limited | Black Horse And Harrow, 167-169 Rushey Green | 802 yd | |
| The London & Rye | London & Rye, 109 Rushey Green | 897 yd | |
| Catford Mews | 32 Winslade Way, London | 954 yd | |
| Catford Fairytop | Ground Floor Unit, 108-110 Rushey Green | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Mouth Food Court | 280 Sangley Road, Catford | 175 yd | |
| Curry Cottage | 284 Sangley Road, Catford | 175 yd | |
| Sangley Fish & Kebab House | 282 Sangley Road, Catford | 175 yd | |
| Jerk Scene | 4A Sandhurst Market, Sandhurst Road | 181 yd | |
| Morleys | Flat, 5B Sandhurst Market | 232 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | The Co-op Store, 308-312 Sangley Road | 172 yd | |
| Cost Cutter | Costcutter, 145 Ardgowan Road | 852 yd | |
| Iceland | 11-13 Winslade Way, London | 954 yd | |
| Tesco | 14-21 Winslade Way, London | 954 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Tesco Stores Ltd Tesco Express Unit A, Cherrywood Lodge | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Healthy Lifestyle Centre (Abbotshall Road) PLAYING FIELDS AND PAVILION PLAYING FIELDS AND PAVILION ABBOTSHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Prendergast School Grass Pitches BELLINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 795 yd |
| Conisborough College CONISBOROUGH CRESCENT | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 877 yd |
| Mountsfield Park MOUNTSFIELD PARK MOUNTSFIELD PARK STAINTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 885 yd |
| Skyline Gym (Closed) RUSHEY GREEN | health and fitness suite | 998 yd |
| St Dunstans Jubilee Ground THE PAVILION THE PAVILION CATFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,064 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Hither Green) CHERRYWOOD LODGE CHERRYWOOD LODGE BIRDWOOD AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 1,079 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.