Cromwell Road is in London and in Merton district. SW19 8LF is located in the Wimbledon Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wimbledon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cromwell Road, London, SW19 8LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW19 8NA, SW19 8JT, SW19 8JH, SW19 8JR, SW19 8JP, SW19 8JU, SW19 8JB, SW19 8LU, SW19 8LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SW19 8LF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.1% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.9% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SW19 8LF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.4% | 36.9% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52% | 52.9% | 0.9% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 5.7% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 4% | 2% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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 (91.6%) 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 | 71.2% | 61.8% | -9.4% | 48.4% | 13.4% |
| Good health | 20.2% | 29.8% | 9.6% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 5.6% | 5.5% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -7.2% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 SW19 8LF this area, 6.6% 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 65.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.4% | 6.6% | 2.2% | 18.2% | -11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.2% | 3.7% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 8.2% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6% | 11.9% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 70% | 65.2% | -4.8% | 33.8% | 31.4% |
| Other | 6% | 2% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 87.5% | 86.5% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 5.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 68.7% 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 | 73% | 68.7% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -14.5% |
| European Union | 8.6% | 10.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 4.1% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 3.3% |
| Africa | 5.6% | 5.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.4% | 4.4% | -3.0% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Oceania | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| 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 | 70.9% | 68.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | -14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 3.9% | 18.4% | 14.5% | 9.8% | 8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 6% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.6% | 4.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.9% | 2.5% | -14.4% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 1.9% | 13.5% | -11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cromwell Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Abbey average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Cromwell Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,230,000 | 2025-03-14 | £1,228,779 |
| 101A Cromwell Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2024-04-16 | £553,663 |
| 85 Cromwell Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,790,000 | 2024-03-01 | £1,924,629 |
| 93 Cromwell Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,850,000 | 2024-02-16 | £1,982,002 |
| 57 Cromwell Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,800,000 | 2023-06-30 | £1,816,249 |
SW19 8LF 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.
SW19 8LF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 45 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 30 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 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 | - not rated | 4,041 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Nursery School 168 Roehampton Lane , SW15 4EU | 4out of 4 | 4,897 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory CofE School Queens Road , Wimbledon SW19 8LX | 3out of 4 | 249 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Effra Road , Wimbledon SW19 8PW | 4out of 4 | 407 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School Lake Road , SW19 7EP | 4out of 4 | 814 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garfield Primary School Garfield Road , SW19 8SB | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Russell Road , Wimbledon SW19 1QL | 3out of 4 | 1,033 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 1,009 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malmesbury Middle School Malmesbury Road , SM4 6HG | - not rated | 4,616 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morden Farm Middle School Aragon Road , SM4 4QU | - not rated | 4,829 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ricards Lodge High School Lake Road , Wimbledon SW19 7HB | 4out of 4 | 786 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy Wimbledon 59 High Path , SW19 2JY | 4out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burntwood School Burntwood Lane , SW17 0AQ | - not rated | 1,953 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Burntwood School Burntwood Lane , SW17 0AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,953 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Wimbledon College Edge Hill , SW19 4NS | 3out of 4 | 2,058 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park House Middle School Arthur Road , SW19 7DZ | - not rated | 1,009 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimbledon Chase County Middle School Merton Hall Road , SW19 3QB | - not rated | 1,983 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Liberty County Middle School Western Road , CR4 3EB | - not rated | 2,744 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillcross County Middle School Ashridge Way , SM4 4ED | - not rated | 3,401 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorringe Park Middle School Sandy Lane , CR4 2HD | - not rated | 3,663 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix College Central Road , SM4 5SE | - not rated | 3,696 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Thames College Wandsworth High Street , Wandsworth SW18 2PP | - not rated | 3,731 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Merton College Morden Park , London Road SM4 5QX | - not rated | 3,935 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 4,771 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 | - not rated | 4,871 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montessori Nursery 58 Queens Road , SW19 8LR | - not rated | 477 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington School Worcester Road , Wimbledon SW19 7QQ | - not rated | 675 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pre-Preparatory School 16 Higbury Road , SW19 7PR | - not rated | 1,080 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Wimbledon High School GDST Mansel Road , London SW19 4AB | - not rated | 1,165 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Face Youth Therapeutic School John Innes Youth Centre , 61 Kingston Road SW19 1JN | - not rated | 1,243 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DropShot Coffee | 8 Leopold Road, Wimbledon | 352 yd | |
| The Vintage Fish | 11 Leopold Road, Wimbledon | 368 yd | |
| La Piola | 20A Leopold Road, Wimbledon | 382 yd | |
| New York Eats | 14 Leopold Road, Wimbledon | 394 yd | |
| The Olive Grove | 25 Leopold Road, Wimbledon | 406 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tunnel 267 | William Morris House, 267 The Broadway | 805 yd | |
| New Wimbledon Theatre | 93 The Broadway, Wimbledon | 888 yd | |
| South Wimbledon Club | 6 Russell Road, Wimbledon | 890 yd | |
| Wibbas Down Inn | Collingham House, 6-12 Gladstone Road | 937 yd | |
| The Woodman Hotel | 222 Durnsford Road, Wimbledon Park | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McChina Takeaway | 343-345 Haydons Road, South Wimbledon | 474 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 164 The Broadway, Wimbledon | 799 yd | |
| Golden Place | 128 Merton Road, Wimbledon | 814 yd | |
| Pizza Express | 104A The Broadway, Wimbledon | 836 yd | |
| KFC | 81-83 The Broadway, Wimbledon | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 298 Haydons Road, South Wimbledon | 421 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose Supermarket, Alexandra Road | 603 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 112-118 The Broadway, Wimbledon | 827 yd | |
| Tesco Express | The Old Town Hall, The Broadway | 902 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit 1, Plough Lane Retail Park | 939 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wimbledon Leisure Centre PUBLIC BATHS PUBLIC BATHS LATIMER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 740 yd |
| Ricards Lodge High School LAKE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 756 yd |
| Ymca (London South West) THE BROADWAY | health and fitness suite | 777 yd |
| Haydons Road Recreation Ground Quicks Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 927 yd |
| Bounce Gym WOODMAN WORKS WOODMAN WORKS DURNSFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 936 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Wimbledon) THE BROADWAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 961 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Wimbledon North Road) (Closed) North Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,003 yd |
| Christophers Squash & Fitness Club (Closed) Plough Lane | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,050 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 | 180 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 240.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.