Lisle Close is in London and in Wandsworth district. SW17 6LA is located in the Tooting Bec electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tooting. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lisle Close, London, SW17 6LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW17 6AP, SW17 6LD, SW17 6AN, SW17 6LB, SW17 6AJ, SW17 6AR, SW17 6AQ, SW17 6AS, SW17 6BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SW17 6LA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.2% | 51.9% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 52.8% | 48.1% | -4.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 SW17 6LA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.6% 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 | 61.3% | 58.6% | -2.7% | 37.9% | 20.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.1% | 29.5% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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 (91%) 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 | 61.1% | 64.8% | 3.7% | 48.4% | 16.4% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 26.2% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -7.4% |
| Fair health | 4.7% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 SW17 6LA this area, 2.9% 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 72.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -15.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -7.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.4% | 7.2% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 14% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 71.3% | 72.7% | 1.4% | 33.8% | 38.9% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1.1% | -6.0% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.8% 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 | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 4.7% | 4.1% | -0.6% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.6% | 1.6% | -4.0% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 3.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 64.6% | 66.8% | 2.2% | 81.4% | -14.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 65.4% 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 | 64.3% | 65.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | -17.8% |
| European Union | 14.5% | 13.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Africa | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 3.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8% | 5.9% | -2.1% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% |
| Oceania | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 63.4% | 65.6% | 2.2% | 83.2% | -17.6% |
| 10+ Years | 4.4% | 22.8% | 18.4% | 9.8% | 13.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.8% | 7.5% | 0.7% | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.7% | 1.9% | -7.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.6% | 2.2% | -13.4% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 0.9% | 13.5% | -12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 38% | 46.2% | -8.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 7.2% | 6.5% | 0.7% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lisle Close was 17.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.5% lower than the Balham average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Lisle Close has the 10th lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Balham and the 53rd lowest crime rate of 806 local areas in Wandsworth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 70.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Lisle Close, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2021-04-20 | £894,725 |
| 4 Lisle Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2021-03-12 | £406,994 |
| 2 Lisle Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2020-11-25 | £380,863 |
| 9 Lisle Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £407,500 | 2020-03-09 | £379,697 |
| 6 Lisle Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £392,093 | 2019-05-24 | £382,887 |
SW17 6LA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% 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.
SW17 6LA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 161 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 41 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 30 |
| Information and communication | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | - not rated | 1,992 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 3,004 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 3,139 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 4,468 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 | 4,536 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillbrook School Hillbrook Road , Tooting SW17 8SG | 3out of 4 | 605 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hearnville Primary School Hearnville Road , Chestnut Grove SW17 8RS | - not rated | 630 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Franciscan Primary School 221 Franciscan Road , Tooting SW17 8HQ | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Franciscan Primary School 221 Franciscan Road , Tooting SW17 8HQ | - not rated | 771 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anselm's Catholic Primary School Louisville Road , SW17 8RW | 4out of 4 | 876 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 4,445 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graveney School Welham Road , Tooting SW17 9BU | - not rated | 873 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Graveney School Welham Road , Tooting SW17 9BU | 4out of 4 | 873 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernest Bevin College Beechcroft Road , Tooting SW17 7DF | - not rated | 1,618 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ernest Bevin Academy Beechcroft Road , Tooting SW17 7DF | 3out of 4 | 1,618 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Chestnut Grove School Chestnut Grove , Balham SW12 8JZ | - not rated | 1,821 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorringe Park Middle School Sandy Lane , CR4 2HD | - not rated | 2,417 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 2,730 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Liberty County Middle School Western Road , CR4 3EB | - not rated | 2,877 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thoma's of Canterbury Catholic Middle School Commonside East , CR4 1YG | - not rated | 3,188 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Middle School Recreation Way , CR4 1PJ | - not rated | 3,635 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 | 2,681 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 3,573 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Colleges 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 3,612 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank University Sixth Form 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 3,984 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Thames College Wandsworth High Street , Wandsworth SW18 2PP | - not rated | 4,404 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 | 2,376 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 2,387 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Risalah Boys' School 145 Upper Tooting Road , SW17 7TJ | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Al Risalah Secondary School 145 Upper Tooting Road , SW17 7TJ | - not rated | 1,027 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bright Horizon Preparatory School Weltham Road , St James Hall SW16 6NT | - not rated | 1,093 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bertrum House School 290 Balham High Road , SW17 7AL | - not rated | 1,099 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Streatham & Clapham High School GDST 42 Abbotswood Road , Streatham SW16 1AW | - not rated | 1,135 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ro Vietnamese | 51 Molyneux Drive, London | 83 yd | |
| Penniblack LDN | Redcroft, 3 West Drive | 417 yd | |
| The Flow Pizza | Flat 2, 60C Thrale Road | 552 yd | |
| Cafe De Niro | 111 Moyser Road, London | 599 yd | |
| Naked Loaf | 70 Moyser Road, London | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose and Crown | Rose And Crown, 140 Tooting Bec Road | 436 yd | |
| Streatham Park Bowling Club | Pringle Gardens, London | 620 yd | |
| The Furzedown | 118 Mitcham Lane, London | 936 yd | |
| Club 99 | 99 Mitcham Lane, London | 977 yd | |
| Mayfair Tavern | 127-145 Upper Tooting Road, London | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia Fish Bar | 178 Franciscan Road, London | 831 yd | |
| Green Floor | 106 Mitcham Lane, London | 943 yd | |
| Kebabalicious | 1 Thrale Road, London | 960 yd | |
| Metro's | 109 Mitcham Lane, London | 975 yd | |
| Traditional Fish Bar | 107 Mitcham Lane, London | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 86-88 Mitcham Lane, London | 941 yd | |
| Tesco | 130 Upper Tooting Road, London | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tooting Common TOOTING COMMON STOREYARD TOOTING COMMON STOREYARD DOCTOR JOHNSON AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 421 yd |
| Tooting Bec Athletics Track & Gym TOOTING BEC ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 516 yd |
| Furze Down Recreation Ground Ramsdale Road | tennis courts | 624 yd |
| Furzedown Recreation Centre CHILLERTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, tennis courts | 736 yd |
| Derinton Road Community Centre DERINTON ROAD | 780 yd | |
| Graveney School FURZEDOWN EDUCATIONAL SITE FURZEDOWN EDUCATIONAL SITE WELHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 879 yd |
| Tooting Bec Lido TOOTING BEC LIDO TOOTING BEC LIDO TOOTING BEC ROAD | swimming pool | 902 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (London Balham) 279-291 279-291 BALHAM HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 954 yd |
| Squats Gym MITCHAM LANE | health and fitness suite | 984 yd |
| Penwortham School PENWORTHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,013 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 61.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 500 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.