Portland Crescent is in London and in Bromley district. SE9 4TT is located in the Mottingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromley and Chislehurst. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Portland Crescent, London, SE9 4TT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE9 4QX, SE9 4DH, SE9 4QS, SE9 4QY, SE9 4TR, SE9 4DL, SE9 4JL, SE9 4RA, SE9 4TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE9 4TT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 40.4% | 34.9% | -5.5% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 48.4% | 3.7% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 10% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 3.8% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 41.6% | 53.3% | 11.7% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 31.1% | -10.8% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 13% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 45.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.2% | 17% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 10.4% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 10.1% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 12.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.4% | 45.1% | 16.7% | 33.8% | 11.3% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1.7% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Indian | 5.8% | 3.5% | -2.3% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 80.1% | 77.8% | -2.3% | 81.4% | -3.6% |
| Other | 1.2% | 4% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 76% 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 | 83.5% | 76% | -7.5% | 83.2% | -7.2% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 9% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Africa | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 4.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.7% | 75.8% | -6.9% | 83.2% | -7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 17.9% | 16.7% | 9.8% | 8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.1% | 0% | -12.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Portland Crescent was 104.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.5% higher than the Grove Park average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Portland Crescent has the 31st highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Grove Park and the 372nd highest crime rate of 827 local areas in Lewisham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Portland Crescent, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-02-03 | £460,143 |
| 9 Portland Crescent, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2024-08-02 | £545,781 |
| 12 Portland Crescent, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2023-11-23 | £518,579 |
| 13 Portland Crescent, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2023-03-17 | £495,868 |
| 26 Portland Crescent, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2022-08-26 | £483,391 |
SE9 4TT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% 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.
SE9 4TT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Road Infant School Castlecombe Road, Mottingham , SE9 4AT | - not rated | 118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorset Road Infant School Dorset Road , Mottingham SE9 4QX | - not rated | 118 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Harting Road , Mottingham SE9 4JR | 3out of 4 | 779 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Harting Road , Mottingham SE9 4JR | - not rated | 779 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orion Ravensworth Ravensworth Road , Mottingham SE9 4LW | 3out of 4 | 976 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eltham Hill School Eltham Hill , SE9 5EE | 3out of 4 | 1,897 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy Greenwich Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,962 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eltham Foundation School 1 Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | - not rated | 1,962 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School Footscray Road , Eltham SE9 2SU | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Comprehensive School Footscray Road , SE9 2SU | - not rated | 2,102 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | 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 | 4,865 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Post-16 Campus Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,865 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 4,888 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,613 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | - not rated | 4,780 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 458 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacres Tutorial Class C/O Greenacres School , Witherston Way SE9 3JN | - not rated | 1,055 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Serenity School Eltham 70 Court Road , London SE9 5NP | - not rated | 1,240 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Oak School Eltham Palace Road , Eltham SE9 5LX | 3out of 4 | 1,694 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Olave's Prep School 106-110 Southwood Road , New Eltham SE9 3QS | - not rated | 1,740 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arawak Carribean Street Food | 288 Court Road | 209 yd | |
| Munchies Cafe (Mottingham) Ltd | 89 Mottingham Road | 221 yd | |
| Mem's Cafe | 39 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 222 yd | |
| Tot's Play Room | 276 Court Road | 242 yd | |
| Jolpai Indian Cuisine | 1 West Park, Mottingham | 331 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bat and Ball | 275 Court Road | 246 yd | |
| Mottingham Sports Ground | London Marathon Sports Ground, Grove Park Road | 274 yd | |
| Centymca Sports Ground | London Marathon Pavilion And Sports, Grove Park Road | 274 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | 154 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 413 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mottingham Fish Bar | 47 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 222 yd | |
| Wings World | 69 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 222 yd | |
| Time Kebab 2 | 41 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 222 yd | |
| Rice Drop | 55 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 222 yd | |
| Econo Pizza & Peri Peri Chicken | 51 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 222 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 24 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 236 yd | |
| Marvel Stores | Costcutter - Marvels Stores, 129 Chinbrook Road | 1,036 yd | |
| Co-op | The Co-operative Food, Kimmeridge Road | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mottingham Sports Ground Grove Park Road | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Eric Liddell Sports Centre MOTTINGHAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 357 yd |
| Eltham College GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 461 yd |
| London Marathon Sports Ground GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 461 yd |
| Wynford Way (Closed) Wynford Way | grass pitches | 790 yd |
| City Of London School Sports Ground MARVELS LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 849 yd |
| Coldharbour Leisure Centre CHAPEL FARM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 873 yd |
| Mottingham Primary School RAVENSWORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 957 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 | 74.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.