Overview of SW2 4TX

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Streatham Hill is in London and in Lambeth district. SW2 4TX is located in the Streatham Hill East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Streatham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Streatham Hill, London, SW2 4TX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: SW2 4RS, SW2 4UB, SW2 4RJ, SW2 4TS, SW2 4TT, SW2 4BT, SW2 4SD, SW2 4FX, SW2 4RN.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SW2 4TX has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female46.3%50%3.7% 51.0% -1.0%
Male53.7%50%-3.7% 49.0% 1.0%

Partnership Status

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 4TX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.2% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single57.9%60.2%2.3% 37.9% 22.3%
Married: Opposite sex26.6%30.7%4.1% 44.2% -13.5%
Married: Same sex1%0%-1.0% 0.3% -0.3%
Civil partnership: Same sex0%0.4%0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
Separated4.4%0.8%-3.6% 2.2% -1.4%
Divorced7.1%6.8%-0.3% 9.1% -2.3%
Widowed3%1.2%-1.8% 6.1% -4.9%

Health

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 (88.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health49.4%61.2%11.8% 48.4% 12.8%
Good health34.9%27%-7.9% 33.6% -6.6%
Fair health9.1%7.9%-1.2% 12.7% -4.8%
Bad health4.9%2.6%-2.3% 4.0% -1.4%
Very bad health1.7%1.3%-0.4% 1.2% 0.1%

Education and Qualifications

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 4TX this area, 7.2% 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 61%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications10.1%7.2%-2.9% 18.2% -11.0%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 7.1%6.8%-0.3% 9.6% -2.8%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels12.1%8.4%-3.7% 13.4% -5.0%
Apprenticeship0.3%3.6%3.3% 5.3% -1.7%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels13.5%10%-3.5% 16.9% -6.9%
Degree or Similar48.5%61%12.5% 33.8% 27.2%
Other8.4%3.2%-5.2% 2.8% 0.4%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0.6%0.3%-0.3% 0.7% -0.4%
Indian2.3%0%-2.3% 3.1% -3.1%
Pakistani3.4%1%-2.4% 2.7% -1.7%
Other Asian1.1%2%0.9% 1.6% 0.4%
Black African6.3%10.5%4.2% 2.5% 8.0%
Black Caribbean12.6%12.2%-0.4% 1.0% 11.2%
Other Black3.4%0.7%-2.7% 0.5% 0.2%
Mixed White and Asian1.7%2.3%0.6% 0.8% 1.5%
Mixed White and African0.6%0.3%-0.3% 0.4% -0.1%
Mixed White and Caribbean2.3%0%-2.3% 0.9% -0.9%
Mixed Other1.4%1.3%-0.1% 0.8% 0.5%
White63.4%62.8%-0.6% 81.4% -18.6%
Arab0%0.7%0.7% 0.6% 0.1%
Other0.9%5.9%5.0% 1.6% 4.3%

Country of Birth

In this area, 61% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom61.4%61%-0.4% 83.2% -22.2%
European Union14.3%19.3%5.0% 6.1% 13.2%
Rest of Europe3.1%3.3%0.2% 0.8% 2.5%
Africa6.9%4.9%-2.0% 2.7% 2.2%
Middle East and Asia4%2.3%-1.7% 5.6% -3.3%
The Americas and the Caribbean10%7.9%-2.1% 1.3% 6.6%
Oceania0.3%1.3%1.0% 0.3% 1.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK60.9%60.8%-0.1% 83.2% -22.4%
10+ Years3.4%22.9%19.5% 9.8% 13.1%
5-10 Years4.3%6.5%2.2% 2.9% 3.6%
2-5 Years10.6%4.6%-6.0% 2.2% 2.4%
Less than 2 years20.9%5.2%-15.7% 1.9% 3.3%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom72.5% 76.7% -4.2%
Ireland2.3% 0.6% 1.7%
France0.7% 0.3% 0.4%
Italy1.3% 0.6% 0.7%
Portugal3.6% 0.5% 3.1%
Spain3% 0.4% 2.6%
Lithuania0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Poland4.3% 1.3% 3.0%
Romania2% 0.9% 1.1%
Other EU countries2% 1.5% 0.5%
Turkey0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
Other Europe0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Central and Western Africa0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
South-East Asia0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
North America and the Caribbean1.6% 0.3% 1.3%
Central and South America0.7% 0.2% 0.5%
Oceania0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
No passport held4.3% 13.5% -9.2%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion35.1% 37.2% -2.1%
Christian43% 46.2% -3.2%
Jewish1.6% 0.5% 1.1%
Muslim12.5% 6.5% 6.0%
Not answered7.9% 6.0% 1.9%

Safety

Is Streatham Hill Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Streatham Hill was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Streatham Hill East average.

Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.7%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

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.

Average Household Income
£62,600
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in SW2 4TX, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Streatham Hill are based on 868 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Lambeth.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Streatham Hill, London, SW2 4TX

Estimated Average Property Prices for SW2 4TX

Average Price
£428,777
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£437,691
Other
£416,892

Estimated Average Property Prices for Streatham Hill

Average Price
£359,944
Semi-Detached
£1,015,956
Terraced
£711,314
Detached
£1,465,481
Flats/Maisonettes
£306,443
Other
£1,284,391

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Streatham HillStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
5A 61 Streatham Hill, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£385,0002022-11-11 £366,577
65 Streatham Hill, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£415,0002020-12-17 £407,477
69A Streatham Hill, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£375,0002019-04-18 £388,549
5A 61 Streatham Hill, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£363,0002018-10-04 £370,991
Ground Floor Shop 67 Streatham Hill, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£450,0002018-04-23 £449,539
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for SW2 4TX

Employment

SW2 4TX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee100
Self-Employed36
Part-Time Employee30
Retired25
Looking after home or family19
Other12
Unemployed10
Student (economically inactive)7
Long-Term Sick or disabled7
Full-Time Student (with or without job)6

Employment Industry

Professional, scientific and technical activities28
Human health and social work activities27
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles24
Education18
Financial and insurance activities17
Information and communication15
Accommodation and food service activities15
Other15
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security13
Transport and storage10
Administrative and support service activities10
Construction8
Manufacturing5
Real estate activities3

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Holmewood Nursery School
66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW
4out of 4 1,015 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Maytree Nursery School
4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG
4out of 4 1,384 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Balham Nursery School
72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL
4out of 4 2,175 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Effra Nursery School and Early Years Centre
35 Effra Parade , SW2 1PL
3out of 4 2,438 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Triangle Nursery School
25 William Bonney Estate , Clapham Crescent SW4 7JQ
4out of 4 2,516 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Christ Church, Streatham Church of England Primary School
Cotherstone Road , Streatham SW2 3NF
3out of 4 673 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
The Orchard School
Christchurch Road , SW2 3ES
4out of 4 716 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Telferscot Primary School
Telferscot Road , Balham SW12 0HW
4out of 4 798 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
St Bede's Catholic Infant School
Thornton Road , Clapham Park SW12 0LF
3out of 4 811 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Streatham Wells Primary School
50 Palace Road , SW2 3NJ
3out of 4 846 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
City Heights E-ACT Academy
33 Abbots Park , Tulse Hill SW2 3PW
3out of 4 1,044 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
St Martin in the Fields High School for Girls
155 Tulse Hill , SW2 3UP
3out of 4 1,394 yd Academy converter No Girls More About School
La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School
Atkins Road , SW12 0AB
4out of 4 1,481 yd Voluntary aided school No Girls More About School
Harris Academy Clapham
Clarence Avenue , SW4 8LD
- not rated 1,573 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School
The Elmgreen School
Elmcourt Road , Tulse Hill SE27 9BZ
3out of 4 1,777 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Harris Clapham Sixth Form
73 Kings Avenue , Clapham
- not rated 1,848 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School
St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College
Malwood Road , SW12 8EN
- not rated 2,211 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Lambeth College
45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL
- not rated 2,510 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Dunraven School
94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB
4out of 4 1,088 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Woodmansterne School
Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ
3out of 4 3,438 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Livity School
Adare Walk , Streatham SW16 2PW
3out of 4 562 yd Community special school Yes Mixed More About School
The White House Preparatory School & Woodentops Kindergarten
24 Thornton Road , SW12 0LF
- not rated 883 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Streatham & Clapham High School
42 Abbotswood Road , London SW16 1AW
- not rated 1,043 yd Other independent school Yes Girls More About School
Elm Court School
Elm Park , SW2 2EF
4out of 4 1,211 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Michael Tippett College
Belthorn Crescent , Weir Road SW12 0NS
- not rated 1,298 yd Special post 16 institution Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Gastro Bar Kitchen67 Streatham Hill, London2 yd
Bar 6161A Streatham Hill, London2 yd
Delice122 Streatham Hill, London50 yd
Waffle Genie85 Streatham Hill, London69 yd
StarbucksUnit 2, 142 - 170 Streatham Hill, London95 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Streatham Wine House53A Streatham Hill, London85 yd
Porky's Wine Bar23 - 27 Sternhold Avenue, London238 yd
The Five Bells68 - 70 Streatham High Road, London458 yd
Crown And Sceptre LtdThe Crown And Sceptre, Streatham Hill619 yd
TaylorsTaylors Public House, 78A-78B Streatham High Road628 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Roosters Piri Piri118 Streatham Hill, London56 yd
Domino's Pizza114 Streatham Hill, London56 yd
Happy Garden128 Streatham Hill, London56 yd
Chicken CottageGround Floor, 83 Streatham Hill69 yd
Subway174 Streatham Hill, London166 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Sainsbury'sSainsburys Local, 47A - 47B Streatham Hill85 yd
Co-operative Food176 - 178 Streatham Hill, London159 yd
Marks \& SpencerUnit 4, 142-170 Streatham Hill, London194 yd
Tesco42 - 50 Streatham High Road, London458 yd
Sainsbury's266 - 270 Brixton Hill, London834 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Telford Park Tennis Club
35a 35a Killieser Avenue
tennis courts310 yd
Fitness First Health Club (London Streatham)
Streatham High Road
health and fitness suite, swimming pool383 yd
Dunraven School (North Side)
Mount Nod Road
717 yd
Streatham Wells Primary School
PALACE ROAD
artificial grass pitch750 yd
Hillside Gardens
KINGSMEAD ROAD
tennis courts827 yd
Virgin Active Club (Streatham)
OCKLEY ROAD
health and fitness suite, swimming pool911 yd
Grafton Tennis And Squash Rackets Club
70A 70A THORNTON ROAD
squash courts, tennis courts941 yd
Dunraven School (South Side)
Leigham Court Road
artificial grass pitch965 yd
City Heights E-Act Academy
ABBOTS PARK
985 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 56.5%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 4.3%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 4.3%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 4.3%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s43.5%

Download Speed

Median download speed79.7 Mbit/s
Average download speed53.5 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed79.91 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed79.91 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed19.9 Mbit/s
Average upload speed12.4 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed20 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.