Wharf Street is in London and in Greenwich district. SE8 3FY is located in the Greenwich Creekside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Greenwich and Woolwich. This postcode has been in use since 2013-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wharf Street, London, SE8 3FY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE8 3GE, SE8 3FW, SE8 3FX, SE8 3GG, SE8 3FT, SE8 3GH, SE8 3HH, SE8 3HG, SE8 3HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE8 3FY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.1% | 52.9% | 6.8% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 53.9% | 47.1% | -6.8% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 SE8 3FY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 68.2% 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 | 60.3% | 68.2% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 30.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.2% | 21.6% | -10.6% | 44.2% | -22.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 5.8% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.7%) 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 | 61.5% | 64.7% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 16.3% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 26% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -7.6% |
| Fair health | 4.2% | 6.3% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -6.4% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| 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 SE8 3FY this area, 7.2% 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 72.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.1% | 7.2% | 4.1% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 9.6% | -5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 4.7% | 2.4% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -11.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 12.3% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 72.8% | 72.3% | -0.5% | 33.8% | 38.5% |
| Other | 8.1% | 2.1% | -6.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 7.6% | 2.4% | -5.2% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 7% | 6% | -1.0% | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Other Asian | 4.2% | 1.2% | -3.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 11.1% | 9.7% | 2.5% | 8.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 73.6% | 65.5% | -8.1% | 81.4% | -15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 54.4% 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 | 63.5% | 54.4% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -28.8% |
| European Union | 9.8% | 19.2% | 9.4% | 6.1% | 13.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 4.2% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 3.4% |
| Africa | 5.6% | 9% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 6.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14% | 7.8% | -6.2% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 5.4% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 4.1% |
| Oceania | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61.2% | 54.5% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -28.7% |
| 10+ Years | 5.6% | 16.6% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 13.2% | 12% | -1.2% | 2.9% | 9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 11.2% | 9.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 7.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 7.5% | -1.2% | 1.9% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.9% | 76.7% | -11.8% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 6% | 0.6% | 5.4% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 6.9% | 1.5% | 5.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 1.5% | 13.5% | -12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 37.8% | 46.2% | -8.4% |
| Hindu | 4.2% | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 8.6% | 6.5% | 2.1% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wharf Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Greenwich Creekside 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. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 37 Cornmill House, 4 Wharf Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2020-06-15 | £518,337 |
| Apartment 10 Cornmill House, 4 Wharf Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2020-03-24 | £404,951 |
| Apartment 45 Cornmill House, 4 Wharf Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2019-06-21 | £497,368 |
| Apartment 7 Cornmill House, 4 Wharf Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2018-11-02 | £388,328 |
| Apartment 40 Cornmill House, 4 Wharf Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2018-10-19 | £571,380 |
SE8 3FY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
SE8 3FY 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 | 186 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 75 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 50 |
| Information and communication | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel McMillan Nursery School and Children's Centre McMillan Street , Deptford SE8 3EH | 4out of 4 | 493 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clyde Nursery School. Alverton Street , Deptford SE8 5NH | 4out of 4 | 627 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Owen Nursery School 43 Commerell Street , Greenwich SE10 0EA | 4out of 4 | 2,437 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nell Gwynn Nursery School Meeting House Lane , SE15 2TT | 3out of 4 | 3,195 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelwood Nursery School Chelwood Walk , Turnham Road SE4 2QQ | 4out of 4 | 3,469 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grinling Gibbons Primary School Clyde Street , Deptford SE8 5LW | 3out of 4 | 525 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbinger Primary School Cahir Street , E14 3QP | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School 299 Westferry Road , Millwall E14 3RS | 3out of 4 | 749 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Crossfield Street , Deptford SE8 3PH | 3out of 4 | 759 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tidemill Academy 11 Giffin Street , SE8 4RJ | 4out of 4 | 941 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deptford Green School Edward Street , New Cross SE14 6AN | 2out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Addey and Stanhope School 472 New Cross Road , New Cross SE14 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,287 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canary Wharf College 3 7 Selsdon Way , E14 9GL | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Green's School 100 Manchester Road , Isle of Dogs E14 3DW | 3out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ursula's Convent School Crooms Hill , Greenwich SE10 8HN | 4out of 4 | 1,880 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New City College Poplar High Street , Poplar E14 0AF | - not rated | 2,939 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 3,118 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East London Arts & Music Maltings Close , Bromley By Bow E3 3TA | - not rated | 4,945 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,690 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 3,198 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Way Trust School 125 St Paul's Way , E3 4FT | 4out of 4 | 4,068 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 4,303 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 4,413 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Laban Laban , Creekside SE8 3DZ | - not rated | 821 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Kids Christian School 100 Woodpecker Road , SE14 6EU | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marathon Science School 1-9 Evelyn Street , Surrey Quays SE8 5RQ | - not rated | 1,387 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Goldsmiths College, University of London New Cross , SE14 6NW | - not rated | 1,524 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Greenwich Maritime Greenwich Campus , Old Royal Naval College SE10 9LS | - not rated | 1,644 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth First CIO | Deptford Adventure Playground, New King Street | 292 yd | |
| Bounty House Cafe | Stowage | 364 yd | |
| MUNURE'S COFFEE ISLAND | Unit 90, Corbidge Court Glaisher Street | 451 yd | |
| MANZES | Manzes, 204 Deptford High Street | 478 yd | |
| FOUR Kitchen | The Duke, 125 Creek Road | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog & Bell | Dog And Bell, 116 Prince Street | 212 yd | |
| The Duke | The Duke, 125 Creek Road | 496 yd | |
| Sip City | Sip City Lounge, 189 Deptford High Street | 556 yd | |
| The Ship | 290 Westferry Road | 585 yd | |
| The Sail Loft | 11 Victoria Parade | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lebanese Restaurant (Kebab World) | 200 Deptford High Street, London | 493 yd | |
| The Yeast Brothers | The Duke, 125 Creek Road | 496 yd | |
| Perfecto | 211 Deptford High Street, London | 507 yd | |
| Good Vibez Jerk Centre | 219 Deptford High Street, London | 507 yd | |
| Morley's Fried Chicken | Morleys Fried Chicken, 185 Deptford High Street | 570 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Unit B, Theatro Tower Creek Road | 506 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 12 - 14 Creek Road | 507 yd | |
| Waitrose | 1 Victoria Parade | 667 yd | |
| Eggla Asian Supermarket | 22 - 24 Victoria Parade | 729 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | 112-114 Deptford High Street, London | 783 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tidemill Academy GIFFIN STREET | 780 yd | |
| Wavelengths Leisure Centre WAVELENGTHS LEISURE CENTRE WAVELENGTHS LEISURE CENTRE GIFFIN STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 804 yd |
| Beefs & Babes (Greenwich) HORSEFERRY PLACE | health and fitness suite | 814 yd |
| Pepys Park (Closed) Grove Street | grass pitches | 825 yd |
| The Greenwich Centre The Greenwich Centre The Greenwich Centre Greenwich | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 863 yd |
| New Cross Sports Arena (Closed) Arklow Road | 908 yd | |
| The Gym (London Cutty Sark) CREEK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 960 yd |
| Deptford Green School (Closed) Amersham Vale | health and fitness suite | 966 yd |
| Pure Gym (London Greenwich Movement) BELLVILLE HOUSE BELLVILLE HOUSE LOVIBOND LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,007 yd |
| West Greenwich Community Centre GREENWICH HIGH ROAD | 1,070 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 246.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 231.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.