Middle Park Avenue is in London and in Greenwich district. SE9 5QL is located in the Mottingham, Coldharbour & New Eltham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eltham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Middle Park Avenue, London, SE9 5QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE9 5QJ, SE9 5QS, SE9 5QH, SE9 4ET, SE9 5QQ, SE9 4SD, SE9 4EN, SE9 4SA, SE9 4ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE9 5QL is primarily male, with 54.5% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.6% | 45.5% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -5.5% |
| Male | 55.4% | 54.5% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 5.5% |
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 SE9 5QL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.6% 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 | 58.5% | 62.6% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 24.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.8% | 22.9% | 4.1% | 44.2% | -21.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 2.6% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 10.6% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 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 | 38.9% | 34.7% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 37.9% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 13% | 18.4% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 24.9% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 17.9% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 8.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 11.4% | -8.7% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 6.1% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 17.9% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 19.7% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 12.3% | 9.4% | -2.9% | 2.5% | 6.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.6% | 4.7% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 3.7% |
| Other Black | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 5.1% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 77.5% | 68.6% | -8.9% | 81.4% | -12.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 83.7% 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 | 83.9% | 83.7% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 7.7% | 6.9% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 4.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.9% | 83.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 10.8% | 9.0% | 9.8% | 1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.8% | 1.8% | -7.0% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 37.9% | 46.2% | -8.3% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Middle Park Avenue was 142.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 103.9% higher than the Middle Park & Horn Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Middle Park Avenue has the 7th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Middle Park & Horn Park and the 224th highest crime rate of 771 local areas in Greenwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 502 Middle Park Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2002-10-23 | £224,180 |
| 502 Middle Park Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £59,500 | 2001-12-14 | £175,741 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Other | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Retired | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Road Infant School Castlecombe Road, Mottingham , SE9 4AT | 3out of 4 | 685 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middle Park Primary School Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5RX | 3out of 4 | 723 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacres Primary School and Language Impairment Unit Witherston Way , Eltham SE9 3JN | 3out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eltham Church of England Primary School Roper Street , Eltham SE9 1TR | 4out of 4 | 1,451 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mottingham Primary School Ravensworth Road , Mottingham SE9 4LW | 3out of 4 | 1,507 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,144 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy Greenwich Middle Park Avenue , Eltham SE9 5EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School Footscray Road , Eltham SE9 2SU | 4out of 4 | 1,416 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stationers' Crown Woods Academy 145 Bexley Road , Eltham SE9 2PT | 3out of 4 | 2,593 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy Launcelot Road , BR1 5EB | 3out of 4 | 2,803 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 4,082 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Sixth Form College Belmont Grove , Lewisham SE13 5GE | - not rated | 4,595 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 | 3,382 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 4,459 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 5,452 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity School 70 Court Road , Eltham SE9 5AH | - not rated | 510 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eltham College Grove Park Road , Mottingham SE9 4QF | - not rated | 724 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Oak School Eltham Palace Road , Eltham SE9 5LX | 3out of 4 | 1,080 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| StreetVibes Media Academy 6 Eltham High Street , SE9 1DA | - not rated | 1,192 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Olave's Prep School 106-110 Southwood Road , New Eltham SE9 3QS | - not rated | 1,651 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHALLOT KITCHEN | 196B Court Road | 263 yd | |
| Egg and Co | 194 Court Road | 272 yd | |
| Jolpai Indian Cuisine | 1 West Park, Mottingham | 447 yd | |
| Mem's Cafe | 39 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 555 yd | |
| Tot's Play Room | 276 Court Road | 560 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bat and Ball | 275 Court Road | 586 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | 154 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 898 yd | |
| Mottingham Sports Ground | London Marathon Sports Ground, Grove Park Road | 984 yd | |
| Centymca Sports Ground | London Marathon Pavilion And Sports, Grove Park Road | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mottingham Fish Bar | 47 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 555 yd | |
| Wings World | 69 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 555 yd | |
| Time Kebab 2 | 41 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 555 yd | |
| Rice Drop | 55 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 555 yd | |
| Econo Pizza & Peri Peri Chicken | 51 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 24 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 612 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eric Liddell Sports Centre MOTTINGHAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 693 yd |
| Coldharbour Leisure Centre CHAPEL FARM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 711 yd |
| Eltham College GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Royal Blackheath Golf Club COURT ROAD | golf | 796 yd |
| Wynford Way (Closed) Wynford Way | grass pitches | 947 yd |
| London Marathon Sports Ground GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 979 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 | 31.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.