Gleneldon Road is in London and in Lambeth district. SW16 2AU is located in the Streatham St Leonard's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Streatham. This postcode has been in use since 2003-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gleneldon Road, London, SW16 2AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW16 1HJ, SW16 2AX, SW16 1HP, SW16 2BW, SW16 1HS, SW16 1XU, SW16 2AT, SW16 2AY, SW16 2AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SW16 2AU has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents 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 | 48% | 49% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 52% | 51% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 SW16 2AU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.6% 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 | 55.7% | 52.6% | -3.1% | 37.9% | 14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.3% | 29.3% | 5.0% | 44.2% | -14.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 9.4% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 3.9% | -1.8% | 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 | 43.5% | 53% | 9.5% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 31.9% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 8.2% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 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.
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 43.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.3% | 23.9% | 3.6% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 4.8% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -8.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 5.7% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 11.2% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 43.1% | 12.5% | 33.8% | 9.3% |
| Other | 16.3% | 2.5% | -13.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 59.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 7.7% | 4.8% | -2.9% | 2.5% | 2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.5% | 6.8% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 5.8% |
| Other Black | 7.7% | 1.2% | -6.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 5.2% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 4.4% |
| White | 64.2% | 59.2% | -5.0% | 81.4% | -22.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 3.2% | 10.6% | 7.4% | 1.6% | 9.0% |
In this area, just 35.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 49.3% | 35.9% | -13.4% | 83.2% | -47.3% |
| European Union | 26.6% | 34.1% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 28.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 8.2% | 6% | -2.2% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 9.2% | 16.9% | 7.7% | 1.3% | 15.6% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 35.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 27.3% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 46% | 35.9% | -10.1% | 83.2% | -47.3% |
| 10+ Years | 13.4% | 27.3% | 13.9% | 9.8% | 17.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 12.2% | 19.9% | 7.7% | 2.9% | 17.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 14.7% | 10.8% | -3.9% | 2.2% | 8.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.7% | 6.2% | -7.5% | 1.9% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 40.4% | 76.7% | -36.3% |
| Ireland | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 4.4% | 0.6% | 3.8% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 13.5% | 0.4% | 13.1% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 20.1% | 1.3% | 18.8% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Central and South America | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.5% | 37.2% | -10.7% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 6.4% | 6.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gleneldon Road was 201.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.7% higher than the Streatham Common & Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gleneldon Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Streatham Common & Vale and the 164th highest crime rate of 769 local areas in Lambeth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% 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 1 9 - 11 Gleneldon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2023-06-09 | £425,499 |
| Flat 13 9 - 11 Gleneldon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £411,000 | 2022-04-14 | £391,012 |
| Flat 7 9 - 11 Gleneldon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2022-04-05 | £380,547 |
| Flat 5 9 - 11 Gleneldon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-09-27 | £385,626 |
| Flat 6 9 - 11 Gleneldon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2018-08-23 | £395,368 |
SW16 2AU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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.
SW16 2AU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 151 |
| Self-Employed | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 20 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 2,279 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 2,651 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | - not rated | 2,735 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 3,599 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 | 3,671 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Leonard's Church of England Primary School 42 Mitcham Lane , Streatham SW16 6NP | - not rated | 555 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Church of England Primary School 42 Mitcham Lane , Streatham SW16 6NP | 4out of 4 | 555 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Catholic Primary School Polworth Road , Streatham SW16 2ET | 4out of 4 | 721 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunnyhill Primary School Sunnyhill Road , Streatham SW16 2UW | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eardley Infant School Blegborough Road , SW16 6DH | - not rated | 1,260 yd | Community school | 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 , Streatham SW16 2QB | - not rated | 862 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School Belltrees Grove , SW16 2HY | - not rated | 1,011 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Graveney School Welham Road , Tooting SW17 9BU | - not rated | 1,881 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Graveney School Welham Road , Tooting SW17 9BU | 4out of 4 | 1,881 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City Heights E-ACT Academy 33 Abbots Park , Tulse Hill SW2 3PW | 3out of 4 | 1,944 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | 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 | 2,444 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorringe Park Middle School Sandy Lane , CR4 2HD | - not rated | 3,042 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Middle School Recreation Way , CR4 1PJ | - not rated | 3,379 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thoma's of Canterbury Catholic Middle School Commonside East , CR4 1YG | - not rated | 3,816 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Liberty County Middle School Western Road , CR4 3EB | - not rated | 3,929 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 | 3,101 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 3,206 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank University Sixth Form 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 3,341 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Colleges 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 3,676 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 5,439 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | 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 | 862 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 2,128 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bright Sparks Stage School 16-16a Wellfield Road , Streatham SW16 2BP | - not rated | 181 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Flames Academy 16 Wellfield Road , Streatham SW16 2BP | - not rated | 181 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Ahead Independent School Fisher House , 32 Mitcham Lane SW16 6NW | - not rated | 345 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmena Christian Preparatory School 38 Mitcham Lane , Streatham SW16 6NW | - not rated | 351 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Preparatory School 45 Oakdale Road , Streatham SW16 2HL | - not rated | 473 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tam's Vietnamese Restaurant | Ground Floor, 133 Streatham High Road | 58 yd | |
| Creamery And Coffee | 2 Central Parade, Streatham High Road | 75 yd | |
| Polish Music Club Mikrus | 264 Streatham High Road, London | 80 yd | |
| Wholemeal Cafe | 1 Shrubbery Road, London | 112 yd | |
| Hungs Restaurant | 2 Sunnyhill Road, London | 130 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holland Tringham | 107 - 109 Streatham High Road, London | 38 yd | |
| Lisa's Kitchen | The White Lion, 232 - 234 Streatham High Road | 123 yd | |
| White Lion | The White Lion, 232 - 234 Streatham High Road | 171 yd | |
| The Leigham Well | Leigham Arms, 1 - 3 Wellfield Road | 301 yd | |
| The Manor Arms | Mitcham Lane, London | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castella Fish Bar | 258 Streatham High Road, London | 77 yd | |
| Tops Pizza | 260 Streatham High Road, London | 80 yd | |
| Subway | Shop, 95 Streatham High Road | 107 yd | |
| Sunnyhill Thai Kitchen | 6 Sunnyhill Road, London | 130 yd | |
| Thirst Choice | 1B Mitcham Lane, London | 166 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 222 - 224 Streatham High Road, London | 210 yd | |
| Iceland Foods | 194 - 198 Streatham High Road, London | 210 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 172-176 Streatham High Road, London | 369 yd | |
| Aldi | 350 - 372 Streatham High Road, London | 517 yd | |
| Tesco | 384 Streatham High Road, London | 517 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Virgin Active Club (Streatham) OCKLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 384 yd |
| The Gym (Streatham) STATION APPROACH | health and fitness suite | 504 yd |
| Streatham Leisure Centre (Closed) Streatham High Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 569 yd |
| Streatham Ice & Leisure Centre STREATHAM HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite, ice rinks, swimming pool | 731 yd |
| Tooting Bec Lido TOOTING BEC LIDO TOOTING BEC LIDO TOOTING BEC ROAD | swimming pool | 810 yd |
| Dunraven School (South Side) Leigham Court Road | artificial grass pitch | 831 yd |
| Dunraven School (North Side) Mount Nod Road | 860 yd | |
| Fitness First Health Club (London Streatham) Streatham High Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 893 yd |
| Valley Road Playing Fields CURTIS FIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Streatham & Clapham High School ABBOTSWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 931 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 | 85.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 15.0% |
| 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 | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.