Beechdale Road is in London and in Lambeth district. SW2 2BW is located in the Brixton Rush Common electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Streatham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beechdale Road, London, SW2 2BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW2 2BE, SW2 2BX, SW2 2BT, SW2 2DA, SW2 2BN, SW2 2BH, SW2 2BU, SW2 2BJ, SW2 2BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SW2 2BW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 52.1% | 53.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 47.9% | 46.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 SW2 2BW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 71.8% 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 | 70.4% | 71.8% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 33.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.6% | 19.5% | 1.9% | 44.2% | -24.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.5% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 6% | 4.1% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.9%) 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 | 57.1% | 63.1% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 14.7% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 28.8% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 6.9% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 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 SW2 2BW this area, 6.7% 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 72.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 6.7% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.5% | 3.6% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.5% | 4.6% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -8.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 11.3% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.3% | 72.8% | 19.5% | 33.8% | 39.0% |
| Other | 7% | 1% | -6.0% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 12.6% | 4.2% | -8.4% | 1.0% | 3.2% |
| Other Black | 8.4% | 3% | -5.4% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 57.1% | 71.2% | 14.1% | 81.4% | -10.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Arab | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 70.7% 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 | 70.6% | 70.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | -12.5% |
| European Union | 9.2% | 13.4% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 5.5% | 3.4% | -2.1% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 8.8% | 6.5% | -2.3% | 1.3% | 5.2% |
| Oceania | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 66% | 69.8% | 3.8% | 83.2% | -13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 7.6% | 17.4% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.5% | 3.4% | -2.1% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 5.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 16% | 3.8% | -12.2% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 2.1% | 13.5% | -11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.8% | 37.2% | 28.6% |
| Christian | 22.6% | 46.2% | -23.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beechdale Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Brixton Acre Lane average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.8%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat C 45 Beechdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2023-10-06 | £407,858 |
| Flat 2 47 Beechdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £517,500 | 2023-08-18 | £491,835 |
| Flat A 45 Beechdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-09-20 | £626,643 |
| Flat C 45 Beechdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-06-29 | £393,593 |
| Flat 1 47 Beechdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £647,000 | 2021-06-24 | £606,320 |
SW2 2BW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% 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.
SW2 2BW 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 | 109 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 521 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 877 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 | 945 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 974 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | - not rated | 2,812 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brockwell Junior School Tulse Hill Estate , Tulse Hill SW2 2JE | - not rated | 294 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockwell Infant School Tulse Hill Estate , Tulse Hill SW2 2JE | - not rated | 294 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee Primary School Tulse Hill , SW2 2JE | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockwell Primary School Strand Centre , Elm Park SW2 2EH | - not rated | 442 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Upper Tulse Hill , Lambeth SW2 2RL | 2out of 4 | 499 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dick Sheppard School Tulse Hill , SW2 2QA | - not rated | 458 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Brixton Hill , Brixton SW2 1QS | 3out of 4 | 596 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Utc 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 601 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Clapham Clarence Avenue , SW4 8LD | 3out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin in the Fields High School for Girls 155 Tulse Hill , SW2 3UP | - not rated | 1,116 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 5,225 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Bank University Sixth Form 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 601 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 973 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Colleges 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 1,962 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 2,376 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ada National College for Digital Skills 1, Sutherland Street , Pimlico SW1V 4LD | - not rated | 5,086 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 | 2,285 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durand Academy Hackford Road , Stockwell SW9 0RD | - not rated | 2,799 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 4,921 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Centre Christchurch Road , SW2 2ES | - not rated | 349 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Court School Elm Park , SW2 2EF | 4out of 4 | 468 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixton College for Further Education 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 602 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Family School At Larkhall 206-210 Lyham Road , SW2 5NR | - not rated | 665 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oleander Preparatory School 235 Brixton Hill , Brixton SW2 1NR | - not rated | 793 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Think Positive Fashion Cafe | Ground Floor, 62 Elm Park | 261 yd | |
| Katakata | Right, 132 Brixton Hill | 304 yd | |
| Negril | Right, 132 Brixton Hill | 304 yd | |
| Le Daily Corner | 21 Upper Tulse Hill, London | 364 yd | |
| Curry Paradise | 87A - 89 Brixton Hill, London | 380 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Park Tavern | 76 Elm Park, London | 295 yd | |
| The White Horse | The White Horse Public House, 94 Brixton Hill | 419 yd | |
| The Windmill | Windmill Public House, Blenheim Gardens | 477 yd | |
| The Sultan | The Sultan Public House, 37-39 New Park Road | 567 yd | |
| Hootananny | 95 Effra Road, London | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peng An | 110B Brixton Hill, London | 353 yd | |
| Ten Thanks | 31 Upper Tulse Hill, London | 364 yd | |
| Roosters Spot | 95 Brixton Hill, London | 380 yd | |
| Morleys | 109 Brixton Hill, London | 380 yd | |
| Fish Lounge | 99 Brixton Hill, London | 380 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 144 Brixton Hill, London | 293 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 2 Tulse Hill, London | 437 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 Brixton Hill, London | 495 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 266 - 270 Brixton Hill, London | 766 yd | |
| Tesco | 30A Streatham Place, London | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hmp Brixton BRIXTON BRIXTON JEBB AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 552 yd |
| Brockwell Lido DULWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 916 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (London Clapham South) Mullins Place | health and fitness suite | 978 yd |
| Brockwell Park DULWICH ROAD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 988 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 180.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 45.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.