Daneswood Avenue is in London and in Lewisham district. SE6 2RQ 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 Daneswood Avenue, London, SE6 2RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE6 2RG, SE6 2SL, SE6 2SD, SE6 2SN, SE6 2SR, SE6 2SF, SE6 2SB, SE6 2SW, SE6 2SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE6 2RQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 50.5% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.3% | 49.5% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 2RQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.7% 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 | 33.6% | 45.7% | 12.1% | 37.9% | 7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 43% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 5.5% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 4.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 40.7% | 47.2% | 6.5% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 34.3% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 12% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30% | 27.5% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 8.2% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 10.2% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 14.5% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 33.7% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 9.6% | 3.1% | -6.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 45% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.7% | 3.5% |
| Indian | 3% | 4.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 6.6% | 11.7% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 10.1% |
| Black African | 9.3% | 8.7% | -0.6% | 2.5% | 6.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 11.9% | 13.3% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 12.3% |
| Other Black | 2.6% | 5.2% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 4.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 56% | 45% | -11.0% | 81.4% | -36.4% |
| Other | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, 66.8% 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 | 72.8% | 66.8% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -16.4% |
| European Union | 6% | 8.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 4% | 4.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.6% | 11% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.3% | 7.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 71.2% | 66.8% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 26.5% | 24.8% | 9.8% | 16.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 5.2% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 1% | -4.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 21.9% | 0.6% | -21.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.2% | 37.2% | -14.0% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 8.7% | 1.7% | 7.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 6.8% | 6.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Daneswood Avenue was 83.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.1% lower than the Catford South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Daneswood Avenue has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Catford South and the 364th lowest crime rate of 827 local areas in Lewisham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Daneswood Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2021-06-11 | £626,924 |
| 46 Daneswood Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2019-02-22 | £614,250 |
| 16 Daneswood Avenue, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £478,000 | 2017-06-07 | £595,662 |
| 44 Daneswood Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2017-04-13 | £548,569 |
| 32 Daneswood Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2014-12-16 | £596,750 |
SE6 2RQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 2RQ 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Other | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 3,910 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 5,043 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School Beachborough Road , BR1 5RL | 3out of 4 | 396 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Athelney Primary School Athelney Street , SE6 3LD | 3out of 4 | 845 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elfrida Infant School Elfrida Crescent , Bellingham SE6 3EN | - not rated | 873 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elfrida Primary School Elfrida Crescent , Bellingham SE6 3EN | 3out of 4 | 873 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Torridon Junior School Hazelbank Road , SE6 1TG | - not rated | 990 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 261 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Conisborough College Conisborough Crescent , Catford SE6 2SE | - not rated | 270 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bonus Pastor Catholic College Winlaton Road , Downham BR1 5PZ | 4out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bonus Pastor Catholic College Winlaton Road , Downham BR1 5PZ | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedgehill Academy Sedgehill Road , Lewisham SE6 3QW | 3out of 4 | 1,227 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 | 3,932 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LeSoCo Lewisham Way , SE4 1UT | - not rated | 4,492 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossways Sixth Form Sprules Road , Brockley SE4 2NL | - not rated | 4,763 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 2,401 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | - not rated | 2,401 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 3,216 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 3,854 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | - not rated | 3,854 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watergate School Lushington Road , Bellingham SE6 3WG | 4out of 4 | 1,049 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Woodlands PRU Co New Woodlands School 49 Shroffold Road , Downham BR1 5PD | - not rated | 1,165 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Woodlands School Shroffold Road , BR1 5PD | 3out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory House Private School 61 Bromley Road , Catford SE6 2UA | - not rated | 1,181 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenvale School Waters Road , Catford SE6 1UF | 4out of 4 | 1,299 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stagecoach, London | Stagecoach Catford Garage, 180-200 Bromley Road | 398 yd | |
| Smoke Pan | 215 Bromley Road, London | 401 yd | |
| Original Jerk Bites Ltd | 235 Bromley Road, London | 401 yd | |
| The Green Man Cafe | Phoenix Community Housing The Green Man, 355 Bromley Road | 508 yd | |
| The Fellowship Inn Cinema & Cafe | Lower Ground Floor, Randlesdown Road | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellingham Ex-servicemen's club | Bellingham Club, Allerford Road | 318 yd | |
| The Fellowship Inn | Fellowship Inn, Randlesdown Road | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok Express | Wok Express Food Ltd, 261 Bromley Road | 276 yd | |
| Chilli Perrper / Choco Ice | Chilli Pepper/Choco Ice, 257 Bromley Road | 283 yd | |
| Perfect Fried Chicken | 263 Bromley Road, London | 293 yd | |
| Gourmet Island Catering | Gourmet Island Catering Ltd, 225 Bromley Road | 353 yd | |
| Kebab Town | 310 Bromley Road, London | 401 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Store | Co-op, 36-40 Randlesdown Road | 608 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 470 Bromley Road, London | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Conisborough College CONISBOROUGH CRESCENT | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 342 yd |
| Forster Memorial Park FOSTER PARK FOSTER PARK WHITEFOOT LANE | grass pitches | 464 yd |
| Bellingham Leisure & Lifestyle Centre RANDLESDOWN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 472 yd |
| Prendergast School Grass Pitches BELLINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Brookhowse Community Centre (Closed) Brookehowse Road | 632 yd | |
| Catford Wanderers Sports Club BECKENHAM HILL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 653 yd |
| The Healthy Lifestyle Centre (Abbotshall Road) PLAYING FIELDS AND PAVILION PLAYING FIELDS AND PAVILION ABBOTSHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 970 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.