Kippington Drive is in London and in Bromley district. SE9 4RG is located in the Mottingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromley and Chislehurst. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kippington Drive, London, SE9 4RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE9 4RL, SE9 4RX, SE9 4EX, SE9 4EU, SE9 4QD, SE9 4QH, SE9 4QJ, SE9 4RP, SE9 4EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE9 4RG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.8% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.2% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.5% | 24.9% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 50.2% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 11.8% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 10.9% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 35.2% | 45.8% | 10.6% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 36.7% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 18% | 10.6% | -7.4% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 3.8% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
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 43.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 18.8% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 12.6% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 6.3% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -7.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 6.3% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 10.3% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 43.5% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 9.7% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.2% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 8.6% | 7.1% | -1.5% | 3.1% | 4.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 3.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 85.8% | 76.1% | -9.7% | 81.4% | -5.3% |
| Other | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
In this area, 80.5% 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 | 87.1% | 80.5% | -6.6% | 83.2% | -2.7% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 5.7% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 6.9% | 3.8% | -3.1% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 6.5% | 3.5% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 79.5% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 17.8% | 17.8% | 9.8% | 8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 0.8% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.4% | 0.4% | -9.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.4% | 37.2% | -9.8% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 6.5% | 1.7% | 4.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kippington Drive was 258.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 180.8% higher than the Grove Park average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Kippington Drive has the 10th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Grove Park and the 100th highest crime rate of 827 local areas in Lewisham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Kippington Drive, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £858,000 | 2023-04-12 | £859,769 |
| 6 Kippington Drive, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £695,000 | 2017-12-08 | £813,904 |
| 4 Kippington Drive, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2013-05-16 | £881,209 |
| 6 Kippington Drive, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2003-09-24 | £914,963 |
| 2 Kippington Drive, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £293,000 | 2000-02-29 | £1,047,044 |
SE9 4RG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SE9 4RG 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 | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolwich Common Nursery School Woolwich Common , SE18 4DJ | - not rated | 5,049 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Park Primary School Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5RX | - not rated | 494 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Middle Park Junior School Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5RX | - not rated | 494 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middle Park Infant School Middle Park Avenue , SE9 5RX | - not rated | 494 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorset Road Infant School Castlecombe Road, Mottingham , SE9 4AT | - not rated | 626 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorset Road Infant School Dorset Road , Mottingham SE9 4QX | - not rated | 626 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy Greenwich Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eltham Foundation School 1 Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | - not rated | 1,329 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eltham Hill School Eltham Hill , SE9 5EE | 3out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School Footscray Road , Eltham SE9 2SU | 3out of 4 | 1,889 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Comprehensive School Footscray Road , SE9 2SU | - not rated | 1,889 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 4,298 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,370 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Post-16 Campus Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,370 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham Taunton Road , SE12 8PD | 3out of 4 | 3,046 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | - not rated | 4,179 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 5,109 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | - not rated | 5,109 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 5,239 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eltham College Grove Park Road , Mottingham SE9 4QF | - not rated | 317 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Serenity School Eltham 70 Court Road , London SE9 5NP | - not rated | 988 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Oak School Eltham Palace Road , Eltham SE9 5LX | 3out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Kings Park Centre 131 Eltham Palace Road , SE9 5LX | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| StreetVibes Media Academy 6 Eltham High Street , SE9 1DA | - not rated | 1,482 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolpai Indian Cuisine | 1 West Park, Mottingham | 486 yd | |
| Mem's Cafe | 39 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 525 yd | |
| MMM FRIED CHICKEN | 11 Newmarket Green | 610 yd | |
| Arawak Carribean Street Food | 288 Court Road | 623 yd | |
| Tot's Play Room | 276 Court Road | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bat and Ball | 275 Court Road | 672 yd | |
| Mottingham Sports Ground | London Marathon Sports Ground, Grove Park Road | 683 yd | |
| Centymca Sports Ground | London Marathon Pavilion And Sports, Grove Park Road | 683 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | 154 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxes Cafe | 1 Grove Park Road, Mottingham | 402 yd | |
| Mottingham Fish Bar | 47 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 525 yd | |
| Wings World | 69 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 525 yd | |
| Time Kebab 2 | 41 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 525 yd | |
| Rice Drop | 55 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 24 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 427 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eltham College GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 313 yd |
| Eric Liddell Sports Centre MOTTINGHAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 322 yd |
| London Marathon Sports Ground GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Mottingham Sports Ground Grove Park Road | grass pitches | 831 yd |
| Old Brockleians Sports Club OLD BROCKLEIANS SOCIETY OLD BROCKLEIANS SOCIETY ELTHAM PALACE ROAD | grass pitches | 980 yd |
| City Of London School Sports Ground MARVELS LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 986 yd |
| King'S Oak School ELTHAM PALACE ROAD | 1,055 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 | 85.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 234.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.