Telford Road is in London and in Bexley district. SE9 3RE is located in the Longlands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Old Bexley and Sidcup. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Telford Road, London, SE9 3RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE9 3UQ, SE9 3RD, SE9 3RG, SE9 3RP, SE9 3RQ, SE9 3RF, SE9 3RR, SE9 3RH, SE9 3RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE9 3RE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50.2% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.8% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SE9 3RE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.3% | 21.9% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 59.8% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 3% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 11.4% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33% | 50% | 17.0% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 46.3% | 31.4% | -14.9% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 13.2% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 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 | 17% | 16.3% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 11.8% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 12.2% | -8.2% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.7% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 17.2% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 31.2% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 6.8% | 3.6% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 94.4% | 94.2% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
In this area, 88.7% 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 | 93.7% | 88.7% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 88% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.1% | 10.1% | 9.8% | 0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 0.4% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 60.5% | 46.2% | 14.3% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Telford Road was 13.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.6% lower than the Blackfen & Lamorbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Telford Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 120 local areas in Blackfen & Lamorbey and the 65th lowest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Telford Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2024-11-19 | £644,037 |
| 19 Telford Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £705,000 | 2023-11-23 | £716,799 |
| 27 Telford Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £577,000 | 2021-09-10 | £626,641 |
| 45 Telford Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2021-02-16 | £706,395 |
| 19 Telford Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2019-07-31 | £755,597 |
SE9 3RE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SE9 3RE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulverton Primary School Dulverton Road , New Eltham SE9 3RH | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyborne Primary School Footscray Road , New Eltham SE9 2EH | 3out of 4 | 874 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longlands Primary School Woodside Road , DA15 7JG | 3out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgebury Primary School Belmont Lane , BR7 6BL | 3out of 4 | 1,205 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montbelle Primary School Milverton Way , Eltham SE9 3EY | 3out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School Footscray Road , Eltham SE9 2SU | 4out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stationers' Crown Woods Academy 145 Bexley Road , Eltham SE9 2PT | 3out of 4 | 2,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chislehurst School for Girls Beaverwood Road , Perry Street BR7 6HE | 3out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School Hurst Road , DA15 9AG | 3out of 4 | 2,295 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurstmere School Hurst Road , DA15 9AW | 2out of 4 | 2,830 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,821 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Olave's Prep School 106-110 Southwood Road , New Eltham SE9 3QS | - not rated | 874 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benedict House Preparatory School 1-5 Victoria Road , DA15 7HD | - not rated | 1,812 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lodge School 36 Station Road , Sidcup DA15 7DU | - not rated | 1,976 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough School Marlborough Park Avenue , DA15 9DP | 3out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Social Arts for Education 253 Eltham High Street , London SE9 1TY | - not rated | 2,234 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Mulligans Coffee Shop | Sidcup Family Golf, Sidcup By Pass Road | 399 yd | |
| Richard's Cafe | 1B Marechal Niel Parade, Main Road | 558 yd | |
| Limoncello | 8-9 Marechal Niel Parade, Main Road | 558 yd | |
| Rannah | 3 Marechal Niel Parade, Main Road | 558 yd | |
| Freestyle Feasts | 32 Avery Hill Road | 616 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health (formally Virgin Active Health Club) | Virgin Active Health Club, Sidcup By Pass Road | 399 yd | |
| New Eltham Social Club | 32 Avery Hill Road | 616 yd | |
| New Eltham Conservative Club Ltd | 71 Southwood Road | 824 yd | |
| The Beehive | The Beehive, 365 Footscray Road | 856 yd | |
| The Halfway House | 188C Halfway Street, Sidcup | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yasaka Sushi | 46 Avery Hill Road | 651 yd | |
| Lai Loi Street | 25 Avery Hill Road | 661 yd | |
| Eltham Ruchita | 31 Avery Hill Road | 664 yd | |
| ISHA SPICE | 31 Avery Hill Road | 664 yd | |
| New Eltham Fish and Chips - Kebab | 63 Avery Hill Road | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 188A Halfway Street, Sidcup | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sidcup Family Golf SIDCUP BY PASS | golf | 400 yd |
| Flamingo Park Sports Ground SIDCUP BY PASS | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| St James Mar Thoma Community Sports Centre Avery Hill Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 913 yd |
| Christ Church Hall Woodside Crescent | 924 yd | |
| Southwood Park SOUTHWOOD ROAD SPORTS GROUND SOUTHWOOD ROAD SPORTS GROUND SOUTHWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 939 yd |
| Longlands Recreation Ground Crescent Road | grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 120.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.