Upper Richmond Road is in London and in Wandsworth district. SW15 6SS is located in the West Putney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Putney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Richmond Road, London, SW15 6SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW15 6TS, SW15 6NH, SW15 6SP, SW15 6FF, SW15 6HY, SW15 6HZ, SW15 6TP, SW15 6TR, SW15 6TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SW15 6SS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.8% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 SW15 6SS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 61.4% 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 | 68.9% | 61.4% | -7.5% | 37.9% | 23.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.6% | 28.7% | 7.1% | 44.2% | -15.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 5.9% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 (90.3%) 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 | 63.4% | 60.2% | -3.2% | 48.4% | 11.8% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 30.1% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 3.4% | 7.3% | 3.9% | 12.7% | -5.4% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 SW15 6SS this area, 7% 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 71.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.7% | 7% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.8% | 4.3% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 5.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -10.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 9% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 70% | 71.9% | 1.9% | 33.8% | 38.1% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.3% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.4% 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 | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 3.4% | 1% | -2.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 4.4% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 3.6% |
| White | 78.9% | 72.4% | -6.5% | 81.4% | -9.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 62.3% 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 | 65.8% | 62.3% | -3.5% | 83.2% | -20.9% |
| European Union | 10.7% | 20.9% | 10.2% | 6.1% | 14.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 6.4% | 2.4% | -4.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.4% | 4.8% | -3.6% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Oceania | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 62.4% | 62.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | -20.7% |
| 10+ Years | 4.7% | 20.6% | 15.9% | 9.8% | 10.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.7% | 12.4% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.7% | 4.1% | -4.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.4% | 0.3% | -14.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.8% | 76.7% | -8.9% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Germany | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Italy | 4.2% | 0.6% | 3.6% |
| Portugal | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Richmond Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the East Putney average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 307 Upper Richmond Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2024-08-28 | £592,629 |
| Flat 10 307 Upper Richmond Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £618,000 | 2024-03-08 | £593,081 |
| Flat 1 307 Upper Richmond Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-11-10 | £586,207 |
| Flat 4 307 Upper Richmond Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £661,318 | 2022-12-22 | £611,832 |
| Flat 8 307 Upper Richmond Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-03-30 | £459,164 |
SW15 6SS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% 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.
SW15 6SS 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 | 147 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 35 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 28 |
| Education | 26 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 22 |
| Other | 22 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastwood Nursery School 168 Roehampton Lane , SW15 4EU | 4out of 4 | 1,858 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bayonne Nursery School 50 Paynes Walk , W6 8PF | 4out of 4 | 2,797 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Lee Nursery School Gliddon Road , W14 9BH | 4out of 4 | 3,707 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerset Nursery School and Children's Centre 157-159 Battersea Church Rd , Battersea SW11 3ND | 4out of 4 | 4,396 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windham Nursery School Windham Road , TW9 2HP | 4out of 4 | 4,623 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints' CofE Primary School, Putney Putney Common , Putney SW15 1HL | 4out of 4 | 517 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Victories Catholic Primary School 1 Clarendon Drive , SW15 1AW | 4out of 4 | 575 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hotham Primary School Charlwood Road , Putney SW15 1PN | 3out of 4 | 638 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Felsham Road , Putney SW15 1BA | 4out of 4 | 689 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Putney 184 Lower Richmond Road , SW15 1LY | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Putney Academy Pullman Gardens , Putney SW15 3DG | 3out of 4 | 1,062 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcroft Technology Academy 100 West Hill , SW15 2UT | 4out of 4 | 1,839 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulham Cross Academy Kingwood Road , Fulham Palace Road SW6 6SN | 3out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Park Academy Park Avenue , SW14 8RG | 3out of 4 | 2,285 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulham Cross Girls' School and Language College Munster Road , Fulham SW6 6BP | 4out of 4 | 2,471 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Morris Sixth Form St Dunstan's Road , W6 8RB | 2out of 4 | 3,293 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College Gliddon Road , Barons Court W14 9BL | - not rated | 3,655 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falcons School for Girls 11 Woodborough Road , London SW15 6PY | - not rated | 393 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Putney High School 35 Putney Hill , London SW15 6BH | - not rated | 1,145 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Merlin School 4 Carlton Drive , Putney SW15 2BZ | - not rated | 1,202 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurlingham School 122 Putney Bridge Road , SW15 2NQ | - not rated | 1,521 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Paddock School Priory Lane , SW15 5RT | 4out of 4 | 1,553 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tried and True | 279 Upper Richmond Road, London | 92 yd | |
| La Casa Mia Italian Restaurant | 277 Upper Richmond Road, London | 98 yd | |
| Sweet Tooth Cafe | 275 Upper Richmond Road, London | 103 yd | |
| Lila Thai Restaurant | 320 Upper Richmond Road, London | 417 yd | |
| The Kitchen | Putney Leisure Centre, Dryburgh Road | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arab Boy | 289 Upper Richmond Road, London | 65 yd | |
| Putney Lawn Tennis Club | Balmuir Gardens, London | 171 yd | |
| The Jolly Gardeners | Jolly Gardener, 61-63 Lacy Road | 722 yd | |
| Hudsons Bar & Restaurant | Basement And Ground Floors, 113 Lower Richmond Road | 738 yd | |
| The Fox And Hounds Public House | 167 Upper Richmond Road, London | 781 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns Pizza | Basement And Ground Floors, 286 Upper Richmond Road | 514 yd | |
| Millennium Pizza Bar ( Just Chicken & Pizza) | 205 Lower Richmond Road, London | 674 yd | |
| Pappa Ciccia Putney | 96 Lower Richmond Road, London | 767 yd | |
| Putney Pier Fish & Chips | 86 Lower Richmond Road, London | 774 yd | |
| Barriga Grill House | 365 Upper Richmond Road, London | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 408 Upper Richmond Road, London | 441 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose Superstore, Putney Exchange | 823 yd | |
| Tesco | 139-141 Putney High Street, London | 857 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 2-6 Werter Road, London | 915 yd | |
| Lidl | 60 Putney High Street, London | 938 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Putney Leisure Centre PUTNEY LEISURE CENTRE PUTNEY LEISURE CENTRE DRYBURGH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 178 yd |
| Putney Lawn Tennis Club BALMUIR GARDENS | tennis courts | 195 yd |
| Daley Fitness (Putney) PERCY LAURIE HOUSE PERCY LAURIE HOUSE UPPER RICHMOND ROAD | health and fitness suite | 501 yd |
| Paddock Primary School ST. MARGARETS CRESCENT | 641 yd | |
| Putney Cricket Club PUTNEY CRICKET CLUB CLUBHOUSE PUTNEY CRICKET CLUB CLUBHOUSE LOWER RICHMOND ROAD | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| South Thames College (Closed) Putney Hill | health and fitness suite | 909 yd |
| The Token Yard Club (Paleo Gym) 56-58 56-58 PUTNEY HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 922 yd |
| Ark Putney Academy Pullman Gardens | 980 yd | |
| Imperial College Boathouse BOAT CLUB BOAT CLUB EMBANKMENT | health and fitness suite | 993 yd |
| Barnes Common East HALCYON CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,032 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 | 39.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 39.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.94 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.94 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.