St James'S Drive is in London and in Wandsworth district. SW17 7RT is located in the Trinity electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tooting. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St James's Drive, London, SW17 7RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW17 7RN, SW17 7RU, SW12 8UW, SW12 8UU, SW17 7HS, SW12 8UT, SW12 8UR, SW12 8HF, SW12 8HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SW17 7RT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.3% | 53% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 43.7% | 47% | 3.3% | 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 SW17 7RT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.3% 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 | 50.5% | 52.3% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.9% | 36% | 5.1% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 4.6% | -5.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 56.3% | 51.9% | -4.4% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 21.8% | 25.5% | 3.7% | 33.6% | -8.1% |
| Fair health | 6.4% | 17.5% | 11.1% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 12.3% | 0.3% | -12.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 7RT this area, 8.1% 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 65.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.6% | 8.1% | -10.5% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 3.9% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -9.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 12% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.6% | 65.7% | 18.1% | 33.8% | 31.9% |
| Other | 7.2% | 6.7% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 5.3% | 5.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.9% | 0.9% | -5.0% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 77.9% | 77.6% | -0.3% | 81.4% | -3.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 72.5% 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 | 78.4% | 72.5% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -10.7% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 7.2% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 5.6% | 5.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 5.9% | 2.5% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5% | 3.8% | -1.2% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Oceania | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 75.1% | 73.4% | -1.7% | 83.2% | -9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 18.4% | 17.3% | 9.8% | 8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.8% | 1.3% | -15.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| No passport held | 1.6% | 13.5% | -11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 15% | 6.0% | 9.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St James'S Drive was 11.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.1% lower than the South Balham average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
St James'S Drive has the lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in South Balham and the 21st lowest crime rate of 825 local areas in Wandsworth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 St James'S Drive, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £2,150,000 | 2024-09-27 | £2,088,450 |
| 48 St James'S Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2024-07-12 | £758,899 |
| 58 St James'S Drive, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £2,900,000 | 2023-09-27 | £2,879,516 |
| 50 St James'S Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £865,000 | 2021-06-16 | £900,382 |
| 52 St James'S Drive, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,025,000 | 2021-06-04 | £1,066,927 |
SW17 7RT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% 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.
SW17 7RT 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 | 119 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 36 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Other | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | 4out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 2,860 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 25 William Bonney Estate , Clapham Crescent SW4 7JQ | 4out of 4 | 3,364 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 3,508 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 | 4,226 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fircroft Primary School Fircroft Road , Tooting Bec SW17 7PP | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity St Mary's CofE Primary School 6 Balham Park Road , SW12 8DR | 3out of 4 | 765 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rutherford House School 217 Balham High Road , Balham SW17 7BS | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenstone Primary School Ravenstone Street , Balham SW12 9SS | - not rated | 896 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Ghost Catholic Primary School Nightingale Square , Balham SW12 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 942 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ernest Bevin College Beechcroft Road , Tooting SW17 7DF | 2out of 4 | 539 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Chestnut Grove School Chestnut Grove , Balham SW12 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burntwood School Burntwood Lane , SW17 0AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,173 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ark Bolingbroke Academy Wakehurst Road , SW11 6BF | 3out of 4 | 1,761 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School Atkins Road , SW12 0AB | 4out of 4 | 1,860 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | 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 | 1,734 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambeth College 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 2,801 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , Clapham | - not rated | 3,247 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 4out of 4 | 3,643 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 4,190 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finton House School 169 Trinity Road , London SW17 7HL | - not rated | 90 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nightingale Community Academy Beechcroft Road , Tooting SW17 7DF | 2out of 4 | 465 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hornsby House School Hearnville Road , London SW12 8RS | - not rated | 765 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wandsworth Hospital and Home Tuition Service Springfield University Hosp , 61 Glenburnie Road SW17 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 768 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eveline Day School Swan House , 207 Balham High Road | - not rated | 821 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 207 | 207 Trinity Road, Wandsworth | 278 yd | |
| Pizza Express/Mac & Wings | 198 Trinity Road, Wandsworth | 292 yd | |
| Tri Coffee | 107 Trinity Road, Wandsworth | 363 yd | |
| Indian Ocean | 214 Trinity Road, Wandsworth | 375 yd | |
| Nuki's Kitchen | 216 Trinity Road, Wandsworth | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Services Club Ltd | 268 Balham High Road, London | 599 yd | |
| The Hope | 1 Bellevue Road, London | 601 yd | |
| The Heathfield Club | 17 Sandgate Lane, London | 635 yd | |
| Royal Mahal Banqueting | 28 Upper Tooting Road, London | 759 yd | |
| The Regent | 21 Chestnut Grove, London | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza 2 Night | 61 Trinity Road, Wandsworth | 561 yd | |
| Beijing Noodles | 250 Balham High Road, London | 621 yd | |
| Parade Fish Bar | 248 Balham High Road, London | 627 yd | |
| Rajah Rowing Team | 238 Balham High Road, London | 627 yd | |
| Molten Toffee | 12-14 Trinity Road, Wandsworth | 692 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esso Service Station | 219-221 Balham High Road, London | 670 yd | |
| Tesco | 219 Balham High Road, London | 670 yd | |
| Co-Operative | 193A Balham High Road, London | 743 yd | |
| Aldi | 163-165 Balham High Road, London | 922 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 147-151 Balham High Road, London | 987 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Field BEECHCROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| Fircroft Primary School FIRCROFT ROAD | 525 yd | |
| Ernest Bevin School BEECHCROFT ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 543 yd |
| Nightingale Community Academy NIGHTINGALE AND ELSLEY SCHOOL COMPLEX NIGHTINGALE AND ELSLEY SCHOOL COMPLEX BEECHCROFT ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 579 yd |
| Rutherford House School BALHAM HIGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 682 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (London Balham) 279-291 279-291 BALHAM HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 743 yd |
| Chestnut Grove Academy CHESTNUT GROVE ACADEMY CHESTNUT GROVE ACADEMY CHESTNUT GROVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 759 yd |
| Springfield Hospital (The Physical Therapies Department) SPRINGFIELD HOSPITAL SPRINGFIELD HOSPITAL GLENBURNIE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 797 yd |
| Balham Leisure Centre ELMFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 872 yd |
| Central London Golf Centre (Closed) BURNTWOOD LANE | golf | 983 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 213.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 30.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.