Leander Road is in London and in Lambeth district. SW2 2NB 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 Leander Road, London, SW2 2NB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW2 2JR, SW2 2LJ, SW2 2JA, SW2 2JB, SW2 2JS, SW2 2LR, SW2 2HL, SW2 2BQ, SW2 2HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SW2 2NB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 52.6% | 53.4% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 47.4% | 46.6% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 2NB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 61.6% 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 | 59% | 61.6% | 2.6% | 37.9% | 23.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.5% | 23.7% | 0.2% | 44.2% | -20.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 6.8% | 0.9% | -5.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 10.7% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 48.4% | 50.2% | 1.8% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 37.5% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 9% | -5.2% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 50.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 17% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.9% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.7% | 8.9% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 10.7% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.9% | 50.4% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 16.6% |
| Other | 9.8% | 2.2% | -7.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 32.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 16.6% | 24.5% | 7.9% | 2.5% | 22.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 12.5% | 12.3% | -0.2% | 1.0% | 11.3% |
| Other Black | 11.4% | 4.7% | -6.7% | 0.5% | 4.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 4.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% |
| White | 45% | 32.5% | -12.5% | 81.4% | -48.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 2.1% | 8.7% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 7.1% |
In this area, 54% 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 | 59.9% | 54% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -29.2% |
| European Union | 10.4% | 8.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 15.9% | 20.7% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 18.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 4.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 8.3% | 10.9% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 9.6% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 58.1% | 53.8% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -29.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 31.8% | 28.7% | 9.8% | 22.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 5.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.3% | 5.1% | -4.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 25.3% | 4% | -21.3% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Portugal | 4.7% | 0.5% | 4.2% |
| Spain | 2.9% | 0.4% | 2.5% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 2.9% | 13.5% | -10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.4% | 37.2% | -9.8% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 9.7% | 6.5% | 3.2% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leander Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Brixton Rush Common average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Floor Flat 85 Leander Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-11-07 | £332,435 |
| 125 Leander Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £583,000 | 2025-06-27 | £584,869 |
| 79B Leander Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-01-19 | £398,540 |
| Flat 3 123 Leander Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £310,500 | 2023-08-29 | £295,101 |
| 117 Leander Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £453,000 | 2022-07-04 | £427,505 |
SW2 2NB area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| 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 | 656 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 698 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 | 768 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | - not rated | 3,028 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 | 79 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockwell Infant School Tulse Hill Estate , Tulse Hill SW2 2JE | - not rated | 79 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee Primary School Tulse Hill , SW2 2JE | 3out of 4 | 79 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockwell Primary School Strand Centre , Elm Park SW2 2EH | - not rated | 506 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Upper Tulse Hill , Lambeth SW2 2RL | 2out of 4 | 595 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 | 304 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Brixton Hill , Brixton SW2 1QS | 3out of 4 | 619 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Utc 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 622 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin in the Fields High School for Girls 155 Tulse Hill , SW2 3UP | - not rated | 1,059 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Martin in the Fields High School for Girls 155 Tulse Hill , SW2 3UP | - not rated | 1,059 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 5,330 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 | 622 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 1,128 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Colleges 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 2,128 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 2,585 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ada National College for Digital Skills 1, Sutherland Street , Pimlico SW1V 4LD | - not rated | 5,133 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 | 2,356 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durand Academy Hackford Road , Stockwell SW9 0RD | - not rated | 2,740 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 5,032 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 | 287 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Court School Elm Park , SW2 2EF | 4out of 4 | 513 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixton College for Further Education 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 623 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| JUS Education 12a Danbury Mews , SM6 0BY | - not rated | 831 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Family School At Larkhall 206-210 Lyham Road , SW2 5NR | - not rated | 880 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars Square | 43 - 45 Tulse Hill, London | 312 yd | |
| Think Positive Fashion Cafe | Ground Floor, 62 Elm Park | 367 yd | |
| The Great Indian Kitchen | 21 Tulse Hill, London | 370 yd | |
| Full Fat | 9 Tulse Hill, London | 370 yd | |
| Naughty Piglets | 28 Brixton Water Lane, London | 405 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Park Tavern | 76 Elm Park, London | 386 yd | |
| Hootananny | 95 Effra Road, London | 460 yd | |
| Effra Social | 89 Effra Road, London | 460 yd | |
| The White Horse | The White Horse Public House, 94 Brixton Hill | 486 yd | |
| The Windmill | Windmill Public House, Blenheim Gardens | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Il Sovrano | Ground Floor, 33 Tulse Hill | 318 yd | |
| Tasty | Ground Floor, 23 Tulse Hill | 365 yd | |
| Best Kebab | 13 Tulse Hill, London | 370 yd | |
| Pizza Village | 15 Tulse Hill, London | 370 yd | |
| Roosters Spot | 95 Brixton Hill, London | 433 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 2 Tulse Hill, London | 248 yd | |
| Tesco | 144 Brixton Hill, London | 498 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 Brixton Hill, London | 533 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 266 - 270 Brixton Hill, London | 949 yd | |
| Tesco | 13 Acre Lane, London | 999 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brockwell Lido DULWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 700 yd |
| Hmp Brixton BRIXTON BRIXTON JEBB AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 762 yd |
| Brockwell Park DULWICH ROAD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 780 yd |
| St Martin In The Fields High School For Girls TULSE HILL | 1,052 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 159.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 38.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.