Lavender Sweep is in London and in Wandsworth district. SW11 1EA is located in the Lavender electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Battersea. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lavender Sweep, London, SW11 1EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW11 1HD, SW11 1LU, SW11 1LT, SW11 1EE, SW11 1LZ, SW11 1HF, SW11 1LX, SW11 1JH, SW11 1HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SW11 1EA is primarily male, with 54.9% 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 | 50.9% | 45.1% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -5.9% |
| Male | 49.1% | 54.9% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 5.9% |
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 SW11 1EA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.2% 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 | 62.1% | 59.2% | -2.9% | 37.9% | 21.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.3% | 33.6% | 4.3% | 44.2% | -10.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 1.7% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -7.4% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (94.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 68.8% | 68.6% | -0.2% | 48.4% | 20.2% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 26% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -7.6% |
| Fair health | 4.8% | 4.3% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -8.4% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
In the area around SW11 1EA this area, 5.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 68.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.8% | 5.9% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3% | 7.2% | 4.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6% | 4.7% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -8.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 11% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 72% | 68.6% | -3.4% | 33.8% | 34.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 85.5% | 88.5% | 3.0% | 81.4% | 7.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 72.6% 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 | 75.1% | 72.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | -10.6% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 11.2% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
| Africa | 5.2% | 3.2% | -2.0% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 5.2% |
| Oceania | 4.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.8% | 72.6% | 3.8% | 83.2% | -10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 5.9% | 15.5% | 9.6% | 9.8% | 5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.2% | 2.9% | -5.3% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 5.8% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.1% | 3.2% | -10.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 3.6% | 0.6% | 3.0% |
| France | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 4.7% | 0.3% | 4.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 2.9% | 13.5% | -10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lavender Sweep was 34.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.1% lower than the Falconbrook average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Lavender Sweep has the 7th lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Falconbrook and the 149th lowest crime rate of 825 local areas in Wandsworth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 133 Lavender Sweep, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £456,000 | 2024-05-03 | £433,246 |
| Flat 2 133 Lavender Sweep, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-12-20 | £309,091 |
| Flat 1 137 Lavender Sweep, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £835,000 | 2022-02-28 | £802,949 |
| 89 Lavender Sweep, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,299,500 | 2021-07-19 | £1,394,480 |
| 141B Lavender Sweep, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £812,500 | 2021-02-01 | £826,389 |
SW11 1EA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
SW11 1EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 148 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 57 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 41 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Nursery School and Children's Centre 157-159 Battersea Church Rd , Battersea SW11 3ND | 4out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | 4out of 4 | 2,132 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 25 William Bonney Estate , Clapham Crescent SW4 7JQ | 4out of 4 | 2,483 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelsea Open Air Nursery School 51 Glebe Place , Chelsea SW3 5JE | 4out of 4 | 2,799 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 2,937 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Batten Street , Battersea SW11 2TH | 3out of 4 | 612 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belleville Primary School Belleville Road , Battersea SW11 6PR | 4out of 4 | 636 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| ARK John Archer Primary Academy Plough Road , Battersea SW11 2AA | 2out of 4 | 668 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea Este Road , SW11 2TD | 3out of 4 | 874 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Honeywell Junior School Honeywell Road , Battersea SW11 6EF | 4out of 4 | 939 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Bolingbroke Academy Wakehurst Road , SW11 6BF | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Battersea 401 Battersea Park Road , SW11 5AP | 4out of 4 | 1,424 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint John Bosco College Parkham Street , Battersea SW11 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,590 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambeth Academy Elms Road , Clapham SW4 9ET | 2out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Grove School Chestnut Grove , Balham SW12 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 1,746 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambeth College 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 1,908 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , Clapham | - not rated | 2,924 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Sixth Form St Dunstan's Road , W6 8RB | 2out of 4 | 5,103 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College Gliddon Road , Barons Court W14 9BL | - not rated | 5,119 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 5,008 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolphin School (Incorporating Noahs Ark Nursery Schools) 106 Northcote Road , Battersea SW11 6QW | - not rated | 614 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Centre Academy London 92 St John's Hill , Battersea SW11 1SH | - not rated | 703 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Battersea Rise Battersea Rise , SW11 1HS | - not rated | 880 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkgate House School 80 Clapham Common , Clapham Common SW4 9SD | - not rated | 896 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Christian School Wye Street , SW11 2HB | - not rated | 981 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sinabro | 28 Battersea Rise, London | 79 yd | |
| BabaBoom | 30 Battersea Rise, London | 82 yd | |
| Girlfriend Bar | 40 Battersea Rise, London | 94 yd | |
| Indian Moment | 44 Battersea Rise, London | 102 yd | |
| Soif | Ground Floor, 27 Battersea Rise | 116 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tequila Mockingbird | 46 Battersea Rise, London | 106 yd | |
| Amiga | 56A Battersea Rise, London | 140 yd | |
| The Goat Pub | Public House, 66 Battersea Rise | 183 yd | |
| The Northcote | 2 Northcote Road, London | 252 yd | |
| Be At One | 85 Battersea Rise, London | 267 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza (Dominos Pizza) | Shop, 48 Battersea Rise | 109 yd | |
| Kokoro | 81 St Johns Road, London | 209 yd | |
| Fresh Charcoal Grill | 83 Battersea Rise, London | 261 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | 30-32 St Johns Road, London | 318 yd | |
| Aux Merveilleux de Fred | 55 Northcote Road, London | 339 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 29-33 Battersea Rise, London | 126 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 45-49 St Johns Road, London | 237 yd | |
| Co-op | 15-17 Northcote Road, London | 240 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | Asda Superstore, 204 Lavender Hill | 447 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 165-167 St Johns Hill, London | 995 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness First Health Club (London Clapham) LAVENDER HILL | health and fitness suite | 388 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (London Clapham Junction Station) St. John's Hill | health and fitness suite | 442 yd |
| Bolingbroke Academy WAKEHURST ROAD | 734 yd | |
| Islamic Culture And Education Centre Islamic Culture and Education Centre Islamic Culture and Education Centre FALCON GROVE | 845 yd | |
| Wellington Health & Fitness Suite (Closed) 122A 122A Plough Road | health and fitness suite | 879 yd |
| Lara Community Centre St Johns Hill | 908 yd | |
| Falcon Park CRANLEIGH MEWS | grass pitches | 911 yd |
| Emanuel School BATTERSEA RISE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 914 yd |
| Sacred Heart Primary School ESTE ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 956 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 | 94.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.6% |
| 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 | 127 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 231.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.