Pentney Road is in London and in Lambeth district. SW12 0NY is located in the Streatham Hill West & Thornton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Streatham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pentney Road, London, SW12 0NY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW12 0PA, SW12 0HE, SW12 0HB, SW12 0PD, SW12 0PB, SW12 0PG, SW12 0EH, SW12 0NX, SW12 0NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SW12 0NY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 52.1% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 47.9% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 SW12 0NY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 48.1% | 45.5% | -2.6% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.8% | 44.5% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.6%) 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 | 73% | 68.6% | -4.4% | 48.4% | 20.2% |
| Good health | 21% | 24% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -9.6% |
| Fair health | 3.8% | 6% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -6.7% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
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.
In the area around SW12 0NY this area, 7.2% 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 80.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.6% | 7.2% | 0.6% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.1% | 1.8% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -7.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 3.7% | 3.6% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -9.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 6.3% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -10.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 67.9% | 80.6% | 12.7% | 33.8% | 46.8% |
| Other | 11.5% | 0% | -11.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87% 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% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.4% | 3.2% | -1.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 83.7% | 87% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 5.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 79.4% 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 | 80.3% | 79.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | -3.8% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 7.5% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.4% | 3.2% | -1.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Oceania | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.7% | 78.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 17.7% | 16.4% | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 1.4% | -2.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.2% | 1.1% | -12.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 4.2% | 0.6% | 3.6% |
| France | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 1.7% | 13.5% | -11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 35.8% | 46.2% | -10.4% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pentney Road was 21.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.8% lower than the Clapham Common & Abbeville average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Pentney Road has the lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Clapham Common & Abbeville and the 34th lowest crime rate of 769 local areas in Lambeth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Pentney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,375,000 | 2024-09-26 | £1,339,744 |
| 58 Pentney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,295,000 | 2023-02-20 | £1,274,363 |
| 94 Pentney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,870,000 | 2022-08-19 | £1,806,022 |
| 52 Pentney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,275,000 | 2021-08-10 | £1,358,900 |
| 92 Pentney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,305,000 | 2021-06-24 | £1,352,928 |
SW12 0NY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% 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.
SW12 0NY 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 | 113 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 31 |
| Information and communication | 29 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | - not rated | 1,060 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 1,350 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 2,947 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Effra Nursery School and Children's Centre 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 3,011 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Cavendish Primary School Hydethorpe Road , SW12 0JA | 4out of 4 | 278 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Telferscot Primary School Telferscot Road , Balham SW12 0HW | - not rated | 340 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Thornton Road , Clapham Park SW12 0LF | 3out of 4 | 511 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette Catholic Junior School 1 - 4 Atkins Road , Clapham Park SW12 0AB | - not rated | 632 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenstone Primary School Ravenstone Street , Balham SW12 9SS | 3out of 4 | 918 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park House Middle School Arthur Road , Wimbledon SW19 7DZ | - not rated | 5,398 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School Atkins Road , SW12 0AB | 4out of 4 | 632 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Chestnut Grove School Chestnut Grove , Balham SW12 8JZ | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Grove Academy Chestnut Grove , Balham SW12 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Clapham Clarence Avenue , SW4 8LD | 3out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walsingham School Clapham Common , West Side SW4 9AW | - not rated | 1,752 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 4,012 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorringe Park Middle School Sandy Lane , CR4 2HD | - not rated | 4,051 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Liberty County Middle School Western Road , CR4 3EB | - not rated | 4,537 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thoma's of Canterbury Catholic Middle School Commonside East , CR4 1YG | - not rated | 4,836 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Middle School Recreation Way , CR4 1PJ | - not rated | 4,965 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,301 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 1,908 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Colleges 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 2,013 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank University Sixth Form 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 2,376 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Thames College Wandsworth High Street , Wandsworth SW18 2PP | - not rated | 4,062 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 3,664 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durand Academy Hackford Road , Stockwell SW9 0RD | - not rated | 4,353 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Farm School Telferscot Road , SW12 0HW | - not rated | 290 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London Steiner School 9 Weir Road , SW12 0LT | - not rated | 454 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Michael Tippett College Belthorn Crescent , Weir Road SW12 0NS | - not rated | 501 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The White House Preparatory School & Woodentops Kindergarten 24 Thornton Road , SW12 0LF | - not rated | 578 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| L'Ecole Des Benjamins Oldridge Road , Balham SW12 8PP | - not rated | 920 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just Jenny's Cafe | 287 Cavendish Road, London | 222 yd | |
| Melss Kitchenn | 81 Byrne Road, London | 340 yd | |
| Grafton Tennis Club | 70A Thornton Road, London | 562 yd | |
| Betto | 5 Fernlea Road, London | 581 yd | |
| Caminata | 96 Bedford Hill, London | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bedford | 77 Bedford Hill, London | 579 yd | |
| The Duke of Devonshire | The Devonshire, 39 Balham High Road | 760 yd | |
| Voodoo | 9 Hildreth Street, London | 765 yd | |
| Hagen & Hyde | 157 Balham High Road, London | 805 yd | |
| Balham Bowls Club | Balham Club, 7-9 Ramsden Road | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarnips Treats Kitchen 7 | Unit 9, Zennor Road | 346 yd | |
| Late Knight Delivery, YouVegan, Chihuahua | Unit 15, Zennor Road | 347 yd | |
| Aoki | Unit 8, Zennor Road | 360 yd | |
| Yomi Sushi Kitchen 9 | Unit 8, Zennor Road | 360 yd | |
| Taste Soul Good Kitchen 1 | Unit 8, Zennor Road | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 147-151 Balham High Road, London | 778 yd | |
| Aldi | 163-165 Balham High Road, London | 815 yd | |
| Waitrose | 134-152 Balham High Road, London | 855 yd | |
| Co-op Food | 40 Balham Hill, London | 909 yd | |
| Co-Operative | 193A Balham High Road, London | 948 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grafton Tennis And Squash Rackets Club 70A 70A THORNTON ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 463 yd |
| La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls School 1-4 1-4 ATKINS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Balham Leisure Centre ELMFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 827 yd |
| Streatham & Clapham High School ABBOTSWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 921 yd |
| Gateway Community Centre (Closed) Oldridge Road | 940 yd | |
| Telford Park Tennis Club 35a 35a Killieser Avenue | tennis courts | 956 yd |
| Chestnut Grove Academy CHESTNUT GROVE ACADEMY CHESTNUT GROVE ACADEMY CHESTNUT GROVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,084 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.48 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.48 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 27.19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.