Joan Crescent is in London and in Greenwich district. SE9 5RS is located in the Middle Park & Horn Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eltham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Joan Crescent, London, SE9 5RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE9 5RR, SE9 5RT, SE9 5SQ, SE9 5RP, SE9 5RU, SE9 5SF, SE9 5RY, SE9 5SG, SE9 4EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE9 5RS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 5RS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47% 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 | 42.2% | 47% | 4.8% | 37.9% | 9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 39.2% | -0.5% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.2% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 7.3% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5% | 3.9% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 43.2% | 52.6% | 9.4% | 48.4% | 4.2% |
| Good health | 39% | 32.2% | -6.8% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 10.9% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 25.1% | 25% | -0.1% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 12.9% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 13.4% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.3% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 9.5% | -5.1% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 33.6% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -0.2% |
| Other | 6.5% | 1.3% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.5% 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 | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
| Black African | 11.7% | 9.8% | -1.9% | 2.5% | 7.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.4% |
| Other Black | 4.5% | 1.8% | -2.7% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 72.7% | 66.5% | -6.2% | 81.4% | -14.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
In this area, 74.3% 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 | 79.9% | 74.3% | -5.6% | 83.2% | -8.9% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 6.4% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 11.4% | 8.6% | -2.8% | 2.7% | 5.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 7% | 3.2% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.5% | 74.1% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 17.1% | 16.0% | 9.8% | 7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 5.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.4% | 1.5% | -9.9% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 8.8% | 6.5% | 2.3% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Joan Crescent was 3.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.5% lower than the Middle Park & Horn Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Joan Crescent has the lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Middle Park & Horn Park and the 4th lowest crime rate of 771 local areas in Greenwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Joan Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £356,000 | 2024-08-20 | £353,227 |
| 36 Joan Crescent, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-03-28 | £342,354 |
| 56 Joan Crescent, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-10-14 | £277,531 |
| 12 Joan Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-07-27 | £320,285 |
| 64 Joan Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-04-22 | £312,155 |
SE9 5RS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 5RS 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SE9 5RS area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 27 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 5,308 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | 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 | 3out of 4 | 132 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorset Road Infant School Castlecombe Road, Mottingham , SE9 4AT | 3out of 4 | 982 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horn Park Primary School Alnwick Road , Lee SE12 9BT | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haimo Primary School Haimo Road , Eltham SE9 6DY | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cooper's Lane Primary School Pragnell Road , SE12 0LF | 3out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 975 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eltham Hill School Eltham Hill , SE9 5EE | 3out of 4 | 1,059 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School Footscray Road , Eltham SE9 2SU | 4out of 4 | 1,824 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy Launcelot Road , BR1 5EB | 3out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Tallis School Kidbrooke Park Road , SE3 9PX | 3out of 4 | 2,760 yd | Community 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 | 4,002 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,087 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 2,774 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale , SE3 0XX | 2out of 4 | 3,874 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Vale School Elmira Street , Lewisham SE13 7BN | 3out of 4 | 4,844 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prendergast Ladywell School Manwood Road , Brockley SE4 1SA | 3out of 4 | 5,085 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 655 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Oak School Eltham Palace Road , Eltham SE9 5LX | 3out of 4 | 696 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Serenity School 70 Court Road , Eltham SE9 5AH | - not rated | 980 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| StreetVibes Media Academy 6 Eltham High Street , SE9 1DA | - not rated | 1,242 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wize Up 579 Westhorne Avenue , Eltham SE9 6DN | - not rated | 1,543 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMM FRIED CHICKEN | 11 Newmarket Green | 316 yd | |
| Food Dhaba Ltd | 7 Newmarket Green | 350 yd | |
| Jolpai Indian Cuisine | 1 West Park, Mottingham | 695 yd | |
| Mem's Cafe | 39 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 763 yd | |
| Eltham Palace | Eltham Palace Court Yard | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brockleians RFC | Old Brockleians Society Eltham Palace Road | 825 yd | |
| The Bat and Ball | 275 Court Road | 894 yd | |
| Mottingham Sports Ground | London Marathon Sports Ground, Grove Park Road | 977 yd | |
| Centymca Sports Ground | London Marathon Pavilion And Sports, Grove Park Road | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Frying Pan | 8 Newmarket Green | 345 yd | |
| Flavours | 10 Newmarket Green | 353 yd | |
| Foxes Cafe | 1 Grove Park Road, Mottingham | 688 yd | |
| Mottingham Fish Bar | 47 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 763 yd | |
| Wings World | 69 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 24 Mottingham Road, Mottingham | 693 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eltham College GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Eric Liddell Sports Centre MOTTINGHAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 612 yd |
| Old Brockleians Sports Club OLD BROCKLEIANS SOCIETY OLD BROCKLEIANS SOCIETY ELTHAM PALACE ROAD | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| King'S Oak School ELTHAM PALACE ROAD | 769 yd | |
| London Marathon Sports Ground GROVE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Harris Academy Greenwich MIDDLE PARK AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 962 yd |
| Queenscroft Recreation Ground (Closed) Queenscroft Road | grass pitches | 986 yd |
| Badgers Sports Ground MIDDLE PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,018 yd |
| Eltham Hill School ELTHAM HILL | grass pitches | 1,047 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Eltham) BALDON SPORTS GROUND BALDON SPORTS GROUND ELTHAM PALACE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 84.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 203.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.