Richmond Avenue is in London and in Merton district. SW20 8LA is located in the Wimbledon Town & Dundonald electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wimbledon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Richmond Avenue, London, SW20 8LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW20 8LD, SW20 8LB, SW19 3PZ, SW20 8JZ, SW20 8JX, SW19 3PY, SW20 8DA, SW20 8JY, SW20 9EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SW20 8LA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 49.1% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 47.8% | 50.9% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 SW20 8LA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53% 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 | 40.8% | 34.2% | -6.6% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 53% | 9.1% | 44.2% | 8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 7.4% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 (88.3%) 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 | 60.4% | 58.1% | -2.3% | 48.4% | 9.7% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 30.2% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 9% | 10.2% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 SW20 8LA this area, 5.7% 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 65.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.2% | 5.7% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.9% | 2% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -7.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 9.1% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 13.8% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.1% | 65.8% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 32.0% |
| Other | 6.2% | 2.7% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.7% 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 | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 5.4% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 3.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 4.8% | 4.0% | 0.8% | 4.0% |
| White | 86.9% | 72.7% | -14.2% | 81.4% | -8.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 67% 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 | 67.2% | 67% | -0.2% | 83.2% | -16.2% |
| European Union | 11.5% | 9.7% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 6.3% | 3.8% | -2.5% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 10.2% | 5.0% | 5.6% | 4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.3% | 4.9% | -1.4% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Oceania | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 65.6% | 67% | 1.4% | 83.2% | -16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 5.7% | 19.2% | 13.5% | 9.8% | 9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 6.4% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 3.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.8% | 4.9% | -4.9% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.3% | 2.6% | -12.7% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Richmond Avenue was 26.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.3% lower than the Hillside average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Richmond Avenue has the 18th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Hillside and the 125th lowest crime rate of 592 local areas in Merton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Richmond Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,210,000 | 2023-11-29 | £1,261,699 |
| 33 Richmond Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,280,000 | 2023-06-30 | £1,319,920 |
| 14 Richmond Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,010,000 | 2023-03-30 | £1,060,707 |
| 32 Richmond Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2023-02-22 | £808,392 |
| 25 Richmond Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2023-01-20 | £922,500 |
SW20 8LA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
SW20 8LA 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 | 133 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 34 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Other | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Nursery School Spencer Road , Mitcham Junction CR4 4JP | 3out of 4 | 5,152 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wimbledon Chase Primary School Merton Hall Road , SW19 3QB | 4out of 4 | 157 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dundonald Primary School Dundonald Road , SW19 3QH | 4out of 4 | 597 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Hood Primary School Whatley Avenue , Raynes Park SW20 9NS | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merton Park Primary School Church Lane , Merton Park SW19 3HQ | 4out of 4 | 942 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Russell Road , Wimbledon SW19 1QL | 4out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutlish School Watery Lane , Merton Park SW20 9AD | 4out of 4 | 572 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ursuline High School Wimbledon Crescent Road , Wimbledon SW20 8HA | 4out of 4 | 841 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Wimbledon College Edge Hill , SW19 4NS | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Harris Academy Wimbledon 59 High Path , SW19 2JY | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ricards Lodge High School Lake Road , Wimbledon SW19 7HB | 4out of 4 | 2,133 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wimbledon School of Art Merton Hall Road , SW19 3QA | - not rated | 205 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall School Wimbledon 17 the Downs , Wimbledon SW20 8HF | - not rated | 749 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ursuline Preparatory School 18 The Downs , Wimbledon SW20 8HR | - not rated | 861 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Donhead Preparatory School 33 Edge Hill , SW19 4ND | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Norwegian School in London 28 Arterberry Rd , Wimbledon SW20 8AH | - not rated | 1,115 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milk No Milk | 281 Kingston Road, Raynes Park | 135 yd | |
| Restaurant 681 | 156 Merton Hall Road, Wimbledon | 152 yd | |
| Pizza Euforia | 10 Merton Park Parade, Kingston Road | 247 yd | |
| Super Cod | 290 Kingston Road, Raynes Park | 252 yd | |
| Galaxy Cafe | 304 Kingston Road, Raynes Park | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Leather Bottle | 277 Kingston Road, Wimbledon | 187 yd | |
| Wilton Lawn Tennis Club | 28 Wilton Grove, Wimbledon | 485 yd | |
| Wimbledon Racquets & Fitness Club Ltd | Wimbledon Squash And Badminton Club, 13 Cranbrook Road | 761 yd | |
| Merton Bowling Club | Joseph Hood Recreation Ground, Martin Way | 824 yd | |
| Merton Football Club | Pavilion, Joseph Hood Recreation Ground | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The GC Kitchen | 148 Merton Hall Road, Wimbledon | 151 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 363-365 Kingston Road, Raynes Park | 231 yd | |
| Waffle Jack's | 8 Merton Park Parade, Kingston Road | 245 yd | |
| Crystal Chinese | 413 Kingston Road, Raynes Park | 413 yd | |
| Pizza Go Go | 336 Kingston Road, Raynes Park | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 276-288 Kingston Road, Raynes Park | 241 yd | |
| Tesco | 367-373 Kingston Road, Raynes Park | 243 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 198-202 Martin Way, Morden | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wimbledon Chase Primary School MERTON HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 203 yd |
| John Innes Recreation Ground Mostyn Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 365 yd |
| Rutlish School WATERY LANE | grass pitches | 446 yd |
| Wilton Tennis Club WILTON GROVE | tennis courts | 519 yd |
| Parish Hall Of St Mary The Virgin THE PARISH OFFICE THE PARISH OFFICE CHURCH PATH | 559 yd | |
| Dundonald Recreation Ground Dundonald Road | grass pitches | 574 yd |
| Wimbledon High School Sport Ground WIMBLEDON HIGH SCHOOL PLAYING FIELD WIMBLEDON HIGH SCHOOL PLAYING FIELD NURSERY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 695 yd |
| Wimbledon Racquets & Fitness Club CRANBROOK ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 752 yd |
| Hall School Wimbledon (Senior) THE DOWNS | 887 yd | |
| Ursuline Prep School Wimbledon THE DOWNS | artificial grass pitch | 993 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 | 218.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.