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Leonard Road is in London and in Merton district. SW16 5SY is located in the Longthornton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mitcham and Morden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Leonard Road, London, SW16 5SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: SW16 5HN, SW16 5TA, SW16 5HW, SW16 5AJ, SW16 5AL, SW16 5TJ, SW16 5HT, SW16 5HR, SW16 5BL.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SW16 5SY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female47.8%52.4%4.6% 51.0% 1.4%
Male52.2%47.6%-4.6% 49.0% -1.4%

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 5SY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% 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)
Single41.5%42.7%1.2% 37.9% 4.8%
Married: Opposite sex42.6%43%0.4% 44.2% -1.2%
Separated3.3%3.7%0.4% 2.2% 1.5%
Divorced7.4%6.7%-0.7% 9.1% -2.4%
Widowed5.1%4%-1.1% 6.1% -2.1%

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.

This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health49.3%53.1%3.8% 48.4% 4.7%
Good health32.6%33.9%1.3% 33.6% 0.3%
Fair health13.5%8.7%-4.8% 12.7% -4.0%
Bad health3.2%3%-0.2% 4.0% -1.0%
Very bad health1.4%1.2%-0.2% 1.2% 0.0%

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications14.3%16.2%1.9% 18.2% -2.0%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 12.1%12.2%0.1% 9.6% 2.6%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels10.7%7.9%-2.8% 13.4% -5.5%
Apprenticeship4.8%3.3%-1.5% 5.3% -2.0%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels11%18.2%7.2% 16.9% 1.3%
Degree or Similar32%37.6%5.6% 33.8% 3.8%
Other15.1%4.6%-10.5% 2.8% 1.8%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 42.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi2.9%2.5%-0.4% 1.1% 1.4%
Chinese0.6%0.2%-0.4% 0.7% -0.5%
Indian0%2.7%2.7% 3.1% -0.4%
Pakistani12.1%16.1%4.0% 2.7% 13.4%
Other Asian10.7%3.2%-7.5% 1.6% 1.6%
Black African8.6%7.4%-1.2% 2.5% 4.9%
Black Caribbean9.8%9.4%-0.4% 1.0% 8.4%
Other Black2%2.5%0.5% 0.5% 2.0%
Mixed White and Asian2.3%2%-0.3% 0.8% 1.2%
Mixed White and African0%0.5%0.5% 0.4% 0.1%
Mixed White and Caribbean2.6%4%1.4% 0.9% 3.1%
Mixed Other0%3.5%3.5% 0.8% 2.7%
White48.1%42.2%-5.9% 81.4% -39.2%
Arab0.3%0.5%0.2% 0.6% -0.1%
Other0%3.2%3.2% 1.6% 1.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 55.7% 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 Kingdom53.9%55.7%1.8% 83.2% -27.5%
European Union17.6%15.9%-1.7% 6.1% 9.8%
Rest of Europe1.4%1%-0.4% 0.8% 0.2%
Africa5.2%7.2%2.0% 2.7% 4.5%
Middle East and Asia15%10%-5.0% 5.6% 4.4%
The Americas and the Caribbean6.6%9.2%2.6% 1.3% 7.9%
Oceania0.3%1%0.7% 0.3% 0.7%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK51.9%56.1%4.2% 83.2% -27.1%
10+ Years10.4%29.8%19.4% 9.8% 20.0%
5-10 Years6.1%9%2.9% 2.9% 6.1%
2-5 Years10.4%4%-6.4% 2.2% 1.8%
Less than 2 years21.3%1%-20.3% 1.9% -0.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom68.3% 76.7% -8.4%
Ireland1.2% 0.6% 0.6%
France0.5% 0.3% 0.2%
Germany1.2% 0.2% 1.0%
Italy3% 0.6% 2.4%
Portugal0.5% 0.5% 0.0%
Spain2.7% 0.4% 2.3%
Poland4.5% 1.3% 3.2%
Romania2.5% 0.9% 1.6%
Other EU countries5.5% 1.5% 4.0%
Other Europe0.2% 0.2% 0.0%
Central and Western Africa1.2% 0.3% 0.9%
South and Eastern Africa0.7% 0.2% 0.5%
Eastern Asia0.2% 0.3% -0.1%
Southern Asia2.2% 1.2% 1.0%
North America and the Caribbean0.7% 0.3% 0.4%
Central and South America1% 0.2% 0.8%
Oceania0.2% 0.1% 0.1%
No passport held3.2% 13.5% -10.3%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion18.7% 37.2% -18.5%
Christian51.6% 46.2% 5.4%
Buddhist0.2% 0.5% -0.3%
Hindu1% 1.7% -0.7%
Muslim19.5% 6.5% 13.0%
Sikh0.7% 0.9% -0.2%
Not answered8.2% 6.0% 2.2%

Safety

Is Leonard Road dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leonard Road was 53.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.0% lower than the Figge's Marsh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Leonard Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Figge's Marsh and the 269th lowest crime rate of 592 local areas in Merton .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.8%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£52,600
Income Rank
8/10

Household Income in SW16 5SY, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Leonard Road are based on 256 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Merton.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Leonard Road, London, SW16 5SY

Estimated Average Property Prices for SW16 5SY

Average Price
£417,798
Semi-Detached
£516,081
Terraced
£483,665
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£290,475
Other
£1,577

Estimated Average Property Prices for Leonard Road

Average Price
£484,012
Semi-Detached
£505,572
Terraced
£519,822
Detached
£355,803
Flats/Maisonettes
£287,287
Other
£1,586

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Leonard Road

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
33 Leonard Road, London, Greater London
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£456,8502021-06-28 £520,161
7 Leonard Road, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£1,5002018-11-09 £1,586
63 Leonard Road, London, Greater London
Terraced, an established residential building
£403,0002018-05-11 £482,001
15C Leonard Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£242,5002016-08-31 £259,162
23 Leonard Road, London, Greater London
Terraced, an established residential building
£283,0002016-02-22 £352,889
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for SW16 5SY

Employment

SW16 5SY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 5SY 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee118
Retired42
Self-Employed39
Part-Time Employee26
Student (economically inactive)20
Looking after home or family20
Full-Time Student (with or without job)9
Long-Term Sick or disabled9
Other8
Unemployed7

Employment Industry

Construction19
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles17
Accommodation and food service activities15
Education15
Human health and social work activities12
Transport and storage12
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security11
Administrative and support service activities10
Other9
Information and communication9
Professional, scientific and technical activities8
Real estate activities4
Financial and insurance activities3
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities2
Manufacturing2
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Spencer Nursery School
Spencer Road , Mitcham Junction CR4 4JP
3out of 4 3,775 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Balham Nursery School
72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL
4out of 4 4,050 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Thornton Heath Nursery School
51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS
3out of 4 4,288 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Holmewood Nursery School
66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW
4out of 4 4,551 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Maytree Nursery School
4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG
4out of 4 4,751 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Granton Primary School
Granton Road , Streatham SW16 5AN
4out of 4 241 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Beecholme Primary School
Edgehill Road , CR4 2HZ
3out of 4 534 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Lonesome Primary School
Grove Road , CR4 1SD
3out of 4 608 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Gorringe Park Primary School
Sandy Lane , Figges Marsh CR4 2YA
3out of 4 893 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Stanford Primary School
Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB
2out of 4 898 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Mark's Church of England Academy
Acacia Road , CR4 1SF
3out of 4 1,121 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Graveney School
Welham Road , Tooting SW17 9BU
4out of 4 1,266 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Harris Academy Merton
Wide Way , CR4 1BP
4out of 4 1,613 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Norbury High School for Girls
Kensington Avenue , CR7 8BT
3out of 4 2,269 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Girls More About School
Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School
Belltrees Grove , SW16 2HY
4out of 4 2,428 yd Voluntary aided 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 4,709 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Harris Clapham Sixth Form
73 Kings Avenue , Clapham
- not rated 5,271 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School
Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form
11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ
- not rated 5,365 yd Free schools 16 to 19 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 4 702 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Dunraven School
94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB
4out of 4 3,049 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Eagle House School
224 London Road , CR4 3HD
- not rated 1,610 yd Other independent special school No Mixed More About School
Jus'T'Learn
9-11 Commonside East , CR4 2QA
- not rated 1,682 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
RISE Education
37-39 WESTERN ROAD , MITCHAM CR4 3ED
- not rated 1,918 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
Date Valley School
Mitcham Court , Cricket Green CR4 4LB
- not rated 2,086 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Francis Barber Pupil Referral Unit
287 Franciscan Road , Tooting SW17 8HE
3out of 4 2,088 yd Pupil referral unit 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
Mums cafe 117 Leonard Road, Streatham2 yd
Signor CiccioGround Floor, 132 Streatham Vale224 yd
Chicken ExpressShop, 180 Rowan Road315 yd
Four Seasons BistroGround Floor, 99 Streatham Vale427 yd
Peri Peri Streatham117 Streatham Vale, London427 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Formerly known as The ValeThe Vale At Streatham, 1A Lilian Road96 yd
Purkins Wine Bar174 Streatham Road, Mitcham850 yd
The RailwayRailway Hotel Public House, 2 Greyhound Lane964 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Star Kebab366 Grove Road, Mitcham212 yd
Dragon Inn376 Grove Road, Mitcham212 yd
Rowan Fish Bar184 Rowan Road, Streatham317 yd
Rowan Tandoori174 Rowan Road, Streatham317 yd
Sizzling Plaice101 Streatham Vale, London427 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Lidl216 Rowan Road, Streatham315 yd
Co-op Late Shop107 - 111 Streatham Vale, London427 yd
Tesco189-191 Streatham Road, Mitcham836 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Streatham Vale Park
ABERCAIRN ROAD
tennis courts162 yd
Granton Primary School
GRANTON ROAD
artificial grass pitch212 yd
Oakleigh Way Recreation Ground
OAKLEIGH WAY
grass pitches, tennis courts372 yd
Stockport Road Playing Fields
HASSOCKS ROAD
grass pitches690 yd
Eastfields Youth Centre
Acacia Road
775 yd
St Marks Academy
ACACIA ROAD
artificial grass pitch, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts912 yd
Lucozade Powerleague Soccer Centre (Norbury) (Closed)
6-7 6-7 Turle Road
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite988 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 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%

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 speed75.4 Mbit/s
Average download speed119.2 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed500 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed500 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed19.6 Mbit/s
Average upload speed16.4 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed35 Mbit/s

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