Upper Tulse Hill is in London and in Lambeth district. SW2 2SG 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 Upper Tulse Hill, London, SW2 2SG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW2 2SD, SW2 2AS, SW2 2RN, SW2 2AW, SW2 2AN, SW2 2AZ, SW2 2SQ, SW2 3SB, SW2 2AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SW2 2SG, 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 | 47.5% | 53% | 5.5% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 52.5% | 47% | -5.5% | 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 SW2 2SG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 70.5% 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 | 68.7% | 70.5% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 32.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.3% | 17.4% | 0.1% | 44.2% | -26.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 4.3% | -4.1% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.7%) 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 | 54.9% | 68.9% | 14.0% | 48.4% | 20.5% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 20.8% | -16.5% | 33.6% | -12.8% |
| Fair health | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -6.3% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 68.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10% | 11.4% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6% | 3.5% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6% | 4.3% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -9.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 9% | -2.2% | 16.9% | -7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 53% | 68.2% | 15.2% | 33.8% | 34.4% |
| Other | 12.4% | 2% | -10.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67% 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 | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 12.3% | 4.3% | -8.0% | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.3% | 5.7% | -0.6% | 1.0% | 4.7% |
| Other Black | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% |
| White | 64.4% | 67% | 2.6% | 81.4% | -14.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 11.3% | 10.6% | 1.6% | 9.7% |
In this area, 58.9% 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 | 58.1% | 58.9% | 0.8% | 83.2% | -24.3% |
| European Union | 13.4% | 15.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 9.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 10.6% | 3.9% | -6.7% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 10.6% | 16.3% | 5.7% | 1.3% | 15.0% |
| Oceania | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 56.3% | 58.5% | 2.2% | 83.2% | -24.7% |
| 10+ Years | 6% | 15.5% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.4% | 10.2% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 14.1% | 11.3% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 9.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.2% | 4.6% | -11.6% | 1.9% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.5% | 76.7% | -13.2% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Portugal | 3.5% | 0.5% | 3.0% |
| Spain | 9.8% | 0.4% | 9.4% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Central and South America | 4.6% | 0.2% | 4.4% |
| Oceania | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.1% | 37.2% | 17.9% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Tulse Hill was 17.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.3% lower than the Brixton Acre Lane average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Upper Tulse Hill has the 4th lowest crime rate of 112 local areas in Brixton Acre Lane and the 24th lowest crime rate of 769 local areas in Lambeth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Upper Tulse Hill, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £28,000 | 2017-06-16 | £26,345 |
| Ground Floor Flat 35 Upper Tulse Hill, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2016-06-03 | £331,526 |
| Flat 1 33 Upper Tulse Hill, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £361,000 | 2016-01-11 | £366,464 |
| Flat 2 33 Upper Tulse Hill, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2009-12-18 | £517,231 |
| 35 Upper Tulse Hill, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2006-08-25 | £362,880 |
SW2 2SG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% 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.
SW2 2SG 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 | 137 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Information and communication | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Other | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 154 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 889 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL | 4out of 4 | 1,238 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 | 1,308 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | - not rated | 2,600 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Upper Tulse Hill , Lambeth SW2 2RL | 2out of 4 | 203 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockwell Primary School Strand Centre , Elm Park SW2 2EH | - not rated | 245 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church , Streatham Church of England Primary School Cotherstone Road , Streatham SW2 3NF | - not rated | 500 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church, Streatham Church of England Primary School Cotherstone Road , Streatham SW2 3NF | 3out of 4 | 500 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Atkins Primary School New Park Road , SW2 4JP | 3out of 4 | 518 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 614 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City Heights E-ACT Academy 33 Abbots Park , Tulse Hill SW2 3PW | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Brixton Hill , Brixton SW2 1QS | 3out of 4 | 938 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Utc 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | - not rated | 943 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 | 974 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 | 4,850 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorringe Park Middle School Sandy Lane , CR4 2HD | - not rated | 5,365 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 | 943 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , SW4 8DX | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank Colleges 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 2,026 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 2,259 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ada National College for Digital Skills 1, Sutherland Street , Pimlico SW1V 4LD | - not rated | 5,342 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 | 1,934 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durand Academy Hackford Road , Stockwell SW9 0RD | - not rated | 3,160 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 4,543 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Court School Elm Park , SW2 2EF | 4out of 4 | 291 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oleander Preparatory School 235 Brixton Hill , Brixton SW2 1NR | - not rated | 421 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Centre Christchurch Road , SW2 2ES | - not rated | 433 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Family School At Larkhall 206-210 Lyham Road , SW2 5NR | - not rated | 492 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Primary School Christchurch Road , Streatham Hill SW2 3ES | - not rated | 527 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Daily Corner | 21 Upper Tulse Hill, London | 29 yd | |
| Think Positive Fashion Cafe | Ground Floor, 62 Elm Park | 193 yd | |
| Bombay Inn | Ground Floor, 252 Brixton Hill | 356 yd | |
| Amira Kitchen | 24 - 26 New Park Road, London | 374 yd | |
| Stars Restaurant | 262A Brixton Hill, London | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Park Tavern | 76 Elm Park, London | 198 yd | |
| The Sultan | The Sultan Public House, 37-39 New Park Road | 312 yd | |
| The Hand In Hand | 61 New Park Road, London | 523 yd | |
| Crown And Sceptre Ltd | The Crown And Sceptre, Streatham Hill | 581 yd | |
| The Windmill | Windmill Public House, Blenheim Gardens | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ten Thanks | 31 Upper Tulse Hill, London | 29 yd | |
| Chicken Treat | 54 New Park Road, London | 401 yd | |
| Town Chicken \& Pizza | 272 Brixton Hill, London | 412 yd | |
| Paya Cuisine | 270A Brixton Hill, London | 412 yd | |
| Bramwells Fish \& Chips | Ground Floor, 280 Brixton Hill | 454 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 266 - 270 Brixton Hill, London | 412 yd | |
| Tesco | 144 Brixton Hill, London | 423 yd | |
| Tesco | 30A Streatham Place, London | 621 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 2 Tulse Hill, London | 788 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 Brixton Hill, London | 836 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hmp Brixton BRIXTON BRIXTON JEBB AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 543 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (London Clapham South) Mullins Place | health and fitness suite | 791 yd |
| St Martin In The Fields High School For Girls TULSE HILL | 970 yd | |
| City Heights E-Act Academy ABBOTS PARK | 977 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 | 131.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 54.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.