Overview of SW16 3BS

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Voss Court is in London and in Lambeth district. SW16 3BS is located in the Streatham Common & Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Streatham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Voss Court, London, SW16 3BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: SW16 3NW, SW16 3QB, SW16 3DN, SW16 3BT, SW16 3QE, SW16 3DJ, SW16 3DL, SW16 3PJ, SW16 3PL.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SW16 3BS is primarily male, with 54.4% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female52.6%45.6%-7.0% 51.0% -5.4%
Male47.4%54.4%7.0% 49.0% 5.4%

Partnership Status

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 3BS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.9% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single45.9%50.9%5.0% 37.9% 13.0%
Married: Opposite sex37.7%40.1%2.4% 44.2% -4.1%
Married: Same sex0.3%0.6%0.3% 0.3% 0.3%
Separated4.6%0.6%-4.0% 2.2% -1.6%
Divorced5.2%4.1%-1.1% 9.1% -5.0%
Widowed6.4%3.8%-2.6% 6.1% -2.3%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health48.6%51.3%2.7% 48.4% 2.9%
Good health33.7%29.8%-3.9% 33.6% -3.8%
Fair health8.7%17.3%8.6% 12.7% 4.6%
Bad health7.5%1.3%-6.2% 4.0% -2.7%
Very bad health1.5%0.3%-1.2% 1.2% -0.9%

Education and Qualifications

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 44.9%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications20.4%22%1.6% 18.2% 3.8%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 11.6%9%-2.6% 9.6% -0.6%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels9.7%7%-2.7% 13.4% -6.4%
Apprenticeship0.6%2%1.4% 5.3% -3.3%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels10%15.1%5.1% 16.9% -1.8%
Degree or Similar37.1%44.9%7.8% 33.8% 11.1%
Other10.6%0%-10.6% 2.8% -2.8%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0%0.5%0.5% 0.7% -0.2%
Indian2.7%5.2%2.5% 3.1% 2.1%
Pakistani5.5%3.4%-2.1% 2.7% 0.7%
Other Asian1.7%3.9%2.2% 1.6% 2.3%
Black African5.7%3.4%-2.3% 2.5% 0.9%
Black Caribbean13.2%8.1%-5.1% 1.0% 7.1%
Other Black1.7%0.8%-0.9% 0.5% 0.3%
Mixed White and Asian1.7%5.5%3.8% 0.8% 4.7%
Mixed White and African0%0.3%0.3% 0.4% -0.1%
Mixed White and Caribbean2.7%2.1%-0.6% 0.9% 1.2%
Mixed Other3.7%1.3%-2.4% 0.8% 0.5%
White59.9%61.3%1.4% 81.4% -20.1%
Arab0.2%1.6%1.4% 0.6% 1.0%
Other1%2.9%1.9% 1.6% 1.3%

Country of Birth

In this area, 73.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom68.8%73.7%4.9% 83.2% -9.5%
European Union8.5%7%-1.5% 6.1% 0.9%
Rest of Europe0.5%1%0.5% 0.8% 0.2%
Africa6.7%7.2%0.5% 2.7% 4.5%
Middle East and Asia5.5%6.4%0.9% 5.6% 0.8%
The Americas and the Caribbean8.2%3.6%-4.6% 1.3% 2.3%
Oceania1.7%1%-0.7% 0.3% 0.7%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK68.1%74.1%6.0% 83.2% -9.1%
10+ Years4.5%21.2%16.7% 9.8% 11.4%
5-10 Years1.7%4.1%2.4% 2.9% 1.2%
2-5 Years3.7%0.3%-3.4% 2.2% -1.9%
Less than 2 years21.9%0.3%-21.6% 1.9% -1.6%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom78.2% 76.7% 1.5%
Germany0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Italy1% 0.6% 0.4%
Portugal4.7% 0.5% 4.2%
Lithuania0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Poland0.5% 1.3% -0.8%
Romania0.5% 0.9% -0.4%
Other EU countries1.8% 1.5% 0.3%
North America and the Caribbean0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Oceania0.8% 0.1% 0.7%
No passport held11.7% 13.5% -1.8%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion39.4% 37.2% 2.2%
Christian32.6% 46.2% -13.6%
Buddhist1.3% 0.5% 0.8%
Hindu4.4% 1.7% 2.7%
Jewish1% 0.5% 0.5%
Muslim7.5% 6.5% 1.0%
Not answered13.7% 6.0% 7.7%

Safety

Is Voss Court Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Voss Court was 481.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 378.2% higher than the Streatham Common & Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Voss Court has the 4th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Streatham Common & Vale and the 60th highest crime rate of 793 local areas in Lambeth .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 190.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.5%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£61,600
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in SW16 3BS, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Voss Court are based on 27 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Lambeth.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Voss Court, London, SW16 3BS

Estimated Average Property Prices for SW16 3BS

Average Price
£833,333
Semi-Detached
£685,580
Terraced
£1,009,764
Detached
£937,255
Flats/Maisonettes
£352,156
Other
£1,785,410

Estimated Average Property Prices for Voss Court

Average Price
£708,644
Semi-Detached
£688,373
Terraced
£923,785
Detached
£895,709
Flats/Maisonettes
£370,219
Other
£1,778,116

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Voss CourtStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
Flat B 2 Voss Court, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£500,0002025-03-07 £501,543
Flat C 2 Voss Court, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£320,0002025-02-20 £317,719
Clovelly, 16 Voss Court, London, Greater London
Detached, an established residential building
£575,0002024-11-22 £570,829
Central Garage (Streatham) Ltd Voss Court, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£1,800,0002022-04-06 £1,778,116
Tudor Lodge Voss Court, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£1,800,0002022-04-06 £1,778,116
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for SW16 3BS

Employment

SW16 3BS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 3BS 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee125
Retired72
Self-Employed55
Student (economically inactive)24
Part-Time Employee19
Looking after home or family18
Other15
Long-Term Sick or disabled10
Full-Time Student (with or without job)4
Unemployed4

Employment Industry

Professional, scientific and technical activities22
Education20
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles18
Human health and social work activities17
Administrative and support service activities17
Information and communication14
Accommodation and food service activities13
Construction12
Other10
Transport and storage10
Financial and insurance activities9
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security5
Manufacturing3
Real estate activities3
Mining and quarrying2

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Holmewood Nursery School
66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW
4out of 4 3,395 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Balham Nursery School
72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL
4out of 4 3,732 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Thornton Heath Nursery School
51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS
3out of 4 3,798 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Maytree Nursery School
4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG
4out of 4 3,831 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Dulwich Wood Nursery School
Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS
3out of 4 3,930 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Immanuel and St Andrew Church of England Primary School
Northanger Road , Streatham SW16 5SL
4out of 4 249 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
St Andrew's Catholic Primary School
Polworth Road , Streatham SW16 2ET
4out of 4 554 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Goldfinch Primary School
Cunliffe Street , SW16 6DS
1out of 4 929 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
St Leonard's Church of England Primary School
42 Mitcham Lane , Streatham SW16 6NP
4out of 4 1,014 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Norbury Manor Primary School
Abingdon Road , Norbury SW16 5QR
3out of 4 1,213 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School
Belltrees Grove , SW16 2HY
4out of 4 947 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Norbury High School for Girls
Kensington Avenue , CR7 8BT
3out of 4 1,491 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Girls More About School
St Joseph's College
Beulah Hill , SE19 3HL
3out of 4 1,595 yd Academy converter No Boys More About School
Graveney School
Welham Road , Tooting SW17 9BU
4out of 4 1,809 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Norwood School
Crown Dale , Lambeth SE19 3NY
3out of 4 2,213 yd Community school No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College
Malwood Road , SW12 8EN
- not rated 4,203 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Harris Clapham Sixth Form
73 Kings Avenue , Clapham
- not rated 4,318 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School
Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form
11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ
- not rated 4,620 yd Free schools 16 to 19 Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Lambeth College
45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL
- not rated 4,845 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Woodmansterne School
Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ
3out of 4 1,056 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Dunraven School
94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB
4out of 4 1,697 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Silburn Reid
51c Crown Lane , Streatham SW16 3JE
- not rated 1,357 yd Miscellaneous Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Streatham & Clapham High School
42 Abbotswood Road , London SW16 1AW
- not rated 1,988 yd Other independent school Yes Girls More About School
The Livity School
Adare Walk , Streatham SW16 2PW
3out of 4 2,028 yd Community special school Yes Mixed More About School
CACFO UK Education Centre
40 Northwood Road , CR7 8HQ
- not rated 2,445 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
Park Campus Academy
Gipsy Road , West Norwood SE27 9NP
3out of 4 2,508 yd Academy alternative provision converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
S Lounge540 Streatham High Road, London228 yd
RosemanorNursing Home, 46 Kempshott Road259 yd
Waakye Joint Ltd440 Streatham High Road, London271 yd
La Panna436 Streatham High Road, London274 yd
Winning Post Cafe161-163 Greyhound Lane, London355 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Bull498 Streatham High Road, London138 yd
The Mere Scribbler426 - 428 Streatham High Road, London278 yd
The Rabbit HoleThe Greyhound, 151 - 153 Greyhound Lane350 yd
The RailwayRailway Hotel Public House, 2 Greyhound Lane580 yd
Earl FerrersEarl Ferrers Public House, 22 Ellora Road661 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Sushi GourmetJ Sainsbury, 480 Streatham High Road185 yd
Best Fried ChickenBusiness, 558 Streatham High Road294 yd
The Pepper Tree8 Sanders Parade, Greyhound Lane341 yd
Aroma Tandoori5 - 6 Sanders Parade, Greyhound Lane341 yd
Golden City Take Away574 Streatham High Road, London341 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Sainsbury's480 Streatham High Road, London186 yd
Marks \& Spencer352 Streatham High Road, London608 yd
LidlLidl Store, 1 Hermitage Lane649 yd
Aldi350 - 372 Streatham High Road, London807 yd
Tesco384 Streatham High Road, London807 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Immanuel And St Andrew Church Hall
STREATHAM HIGH ROAD
186 yd
Streatham Ice & Leisure Centre
STREATHAM HIGH ROAD
health and fitness suite, ice rinks, swimming pool613 yd
The Rookery
COVINGTON WAY
tennis courts712 yd
Streatham Leisure Centre (Closed)
Streatham High Road
health and fitness suite, swimming pool773 yd
Streatham Youth And Community Trust
CONYERS ROAD
831 yd
The Gym (Streatham)
STATION APPROACH
health and fitness suite872 yd
Bishop Thomas Grant School
Belltrees Grove
904 yd
Norbury Park (Closed)
Norbury Avenue
grass pitches972 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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 90.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 90.0%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 80.0%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed79.1 Mbit/s
Average download speed88.7 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed200 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed200 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed20 Mbit/s
Average upload speed15.8 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed20 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.