Vectis Gardens is in London and in Merton district. SW17 9RE is located in the Graveney 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 Vectis Gardens, London, SW17 9RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW17 9RA, SW17 9RG, SW17 9RF, SW17 9EP, SW17 9RD, SW16 6QU, SW17 9ER, SW17 9RQ, SW17 9QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SW17 9RE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 50.3% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.1% | 49.7% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 9RE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.6% 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 | 41.2% | 43.6% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 38.9% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 10.5% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 49.6% | 49.5% | -0.1% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 34.5% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 12.6% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 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.
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 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.1% | 17.3% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.4% | 7.9% | 2.5% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 10.1% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4.7% | 3.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 11.6% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.4% | 45.5% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 13% | 2.9% | -10.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 51% 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 | 4.3% | 1.8% | -2.5% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 9.5% | 11.6% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 8.5% |
| Pakistani | 10.1% | 6.8% | -3.3% | 2.7% | 4.1% |
| Other Asian | 14.4% | 7.7% | -6.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 7.5% | 7.4% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 6.4% |
| Other Black | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 41.2% | 51% | 9.8% | 81.4% | -30.4% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 1.4% | 4.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
In this area, 54.3% 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 | 50.7% | 54.3% | 3.6% | 83.2% | -28.9% |
| European Union | 10.7% | 19.7% | 9.0% | 6.1% | 13.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 7.5% | 6% | -1.5% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 22.8% | 11.9% | -10.9% | 5.6% | 6.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.6% | 5.7% | -0.9% | 1.3% | 4.4% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 49% | 54.5% | 5.5% | 83.2% | -28.7% |
| 10+ Years | 6.3% | 33.5% | 27.2% | 9.8% | 23.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 6.6% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 3.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.4% | 3.6% | -8.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 28.5% | 1.8% | -26.7% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.3% | 76.7% | -7.4% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Spain | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 8.1% | 1.3% | 6.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.5% | 37.2% | -11.7% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 12.5% | 1.7% | 10.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 16% | 6.5% | 9.5% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vectis Gardens was 79.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.3% higher than the Graveney average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Vectis Gardens has the 9th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Graveney and the 193rd highest crime rate of 592 local areas in Merton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 100.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Vectis Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-07-19 | £299,270 |
| 2 Vectis Gardens, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2014-03-31 | £746,054 |
| 1A Vectis Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £118,000 | 2002-05-21 | £317,454 |
SW17 9RE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 9RE 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 | 105 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | 4out of 4 | 3,199 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 4,167 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 4,178 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spencer Nursery School Spencer Road , Mitcham Junction CR4 4JP | 3out of 4 | 4,400 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 25 William Bonney Estate , Clapham Crescent SW4 7JQ | 4out of 4 | 5,182 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Links Primary School Frinton Road , SW17 9EH | 3out of 4 | 209 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Furzedown Primary School Beclands Road , Tooting SW17 9TJ | 3out of 4 | 316 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham Primary School Penwortham Road , SW16 6RJ | 3out of 4 | 523 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beecholme Primary School Edgehill Road , CR4 2HZ | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldfinch Primary School Cunliffe Street , SW16 6DS | 1out of 4 | 936 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graveney School Welham Road , Tooting SW17 9BU | 4out of 4 | 363 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Academy Acacia Road , CR4 1SF | 3out of 4 | 1,656 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernest Bevin College Beechcroft Road , Tooting SW17 7DF | 2out of 4 | 2,445 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Harris Academy Merton Wide Way , CR4 1BP | 4out of 4 | 2,592 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School Belltrees Grove , SW16 2HY | 4out of 4 | 2,642 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 3,913 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , Clapham | - not rated | 4,700 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambeth College 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 4,847 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,558 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 2,967 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francis Barber Pupil Referral Unit 287 Franciscan Road , Tooting SW17 8HE | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagle House School 224 London Road , CR4 3HD | - not rated | 1,706 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Risalah Boys' School 145 Upper Tooting Road , SW17 7TJ | - not rated | 1,715 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Al Risalah Secondary School 145 Upper Tooting Road , SW17 7TJ | - not rated | 1,730 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St George's Hospital Medical School Cranmer Terrace , SW17 0RE | - not rated | 1,900 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deea Bangladeshi Kitchen | 231A Streatham Road, Streatham | 220 yd | |
| Chicken Sky | 205 Streatham Road, Mitcham | 300 yd | |
| Delicious Authentic Caribbean Cuisine | 215 Streatham Road, Mitcham | 300 yd | |
| Tabaq Caterers | Shop, 213 Streatham Road | 300 yd | |
| Tasos Greek Souvlaki | 268 Mitcham Lane, London | 309 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purkins Wine Bar | 174 Streatham Road, Mitcham | 319 yd | |
| Tooting Progressive Working | 227 Mitcham Road, London | 787 yd | |
| The Ramble Inn | 223 Mitcham Road, London | 796 yd | |
| The Gorringe Park | Gorringe Park Hotel, 29 London Road | 802 yd | |
| STREATHAM CONSERVATIVE CLUB | 111 Blegborough Road, London | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Taste | 209 Streatham Road, Mitcham | 300 yd | |
| Burak Kebab House | 197 Streatham Road, Mitcham | 300 yd | |
| Mitcham's Plaice | 266 Mitcham Lane, London | 313 yd | |
| Morley's Fried Chicken | 259 Mitcham Lane, London | 325 yd | |
| EXCE'S | 1E Seely Road, Tooting | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 189-191 Streatham Road, Mitcham | 490 yd | |
| Lidl | 14 London Road, Tooting | 837 yd | |
| Tesco | 50-56 London Road, Tooting | 853 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 107 - 111 Streatham Vale, London | 1,013 yd | |
| Eelam Enterprise | 164B Mitcham Road, London | 1,032 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Graveney School FURZEDOWN EDUCATIONAL SITE FURZEDOWN EDUCATIONAL SITE WELHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 420 yd |
| Penwortham School PENWORTHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 463 yd |
| Furzedown Recreation Centre CHILLERTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, tennis courts | 589 yd |
| Furze Down Recreation Ground Ramsdale Road | tennis courts | 691 yd |
| Streatham Vale Park ABERCAIRN ROAD | tennis courts | 835 yd |
| Granton Primary School GRANTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 892 yd |
| Squats Gym MITCHAM LANE | health and fitness suite | 902 yd |
| Oakleigh Way Recreation Ground OAKLEIGH WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 926 yd |
| Figges Marsh LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Tamworth Recreation Ground TAMWORTH FARM RECREATION GROUND TAMWORTH FARM RECREATION GROUND LONDON ROAD | tennis courts | 1,089 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.