Elms Crescent is in London and in Lambeth district. SW4 8QH is located in the Clapham Common & Abbeville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Streatham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elms Crescent, London, SW4 8QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW4 8QJ, SW4 8AP, SW4 8QS, SW4 8QR, SW4 8AF, SW4 8QP, SW4 9LE, SW4 8QQ, SW4 8AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SW4 8QH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.3% | 51.8% | 4.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 52.7% | 48.2% | -4.5% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 SW4 8QH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 64.9% 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 | 68.2% | 64.9% | -3.3% | 37.9% | 27.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.3% | 21.3% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -22.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 9.2% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 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 (91.1%) 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 | 63.3% | 64.2% | 0.9% | 48.4% | 15.8% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 26.9% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 6.6% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -6.1% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 SW4 8QH this area, 5% 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 77.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.1% | 5% | 0.9% | 18.2% | -13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.4% | 5.8% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 5.8% | -2.4% | 16.9% | -11.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 67.8% | 77.9% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 44.1% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.3% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 5.1% | 1.8% | -3.3% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.2% | 5.9% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 4.9% |
| Other Black | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 77.8% | 75.4% | -2.4% | 81.4% | -6.0% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 71.4% 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 | 77.8% | 71.4% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -11.8% |
| European Union | 7.4% | 13.6% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Oceania | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.3% | 71.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | -11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 5.8% | 18.4% | 12.6% | 9.8% | 8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.8% | 2.2% | -4.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.9% | 3.3% | -7.6% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Ireland | 4.7% | 0.6% | 4.1% |
| France | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.8% |
| No passport held | 2.5% | 13.5% | -11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elms Crescent was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Clapham Common & Abbeville average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 11 Deauville Court Elms Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2024-10-21 | £619,284 |
| Flat 28 Deauville Court Elms Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £555,500 | 2024-06-14 | £561,256 |
| Flat 3 Deauville Court Elms Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £637,000 | 2024-05-31 | £636,347 |
| Flat 3 Deauville Court Elms Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £637,000 | 2024-05-31 | £636,347 |
| Flat 37 Deauville Court Elms Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2021-04-23 | £589,023 |
SW4 8QH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 150 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 44 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Real estate activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 683 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 25 William Bonney Estate , Clapham Crescent SW4 7JQ | 4out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balham Nursery School 72 Endlesham Road , Balham SW12 8JL | 4out of 4 | 1,352 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 1,634 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 | 2,363 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonneville Primary School Bonneville Gardens , SW4 9LB | 3out of 4 | 47 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenbrook Primary School Clarence Crescent , Clapham Park SW4 8LD | 3out of 4 | 586 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette Catholic Junior School 1 - 4 Atkins Road , Clapham Park SW12 0AB | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Iqra Primary School 127 Park Hill , Off Clarence Avenue SW4 9PA | 4out of 4 | 761 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Crescent Lane , Clapham SW4 9QJ | 4out of 4 | 782 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambeth Academy Elms Road , Clapham SW4 9ET | 2out of 4 | 568 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Clapham Clarence Avenue , SW4 8LD | - not rated | 586 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School Atkins Road , SW12 0AB | 4out of 4 | 652 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Chestnut Grove School Chestnut Grove , Balham SW12 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Brixton Hill , Brixton SW2 1QS | 3out of 4 | 1,602 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 740 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambeth College 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 781 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , Clapham | - not rated | 911 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 4out of 4 | 2,872 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 4,886 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Michael Tippett College Belthorn Crescent , Weir Road SW12 0NS | - not rated | 744 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver House Preparatory School 7 Nightingale Lane , SW4 9AH | - not rated | 858 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| London Steiner School 9 Weir Road , SW12 0LT | - not rated | 860 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The White House Preparatory School & Woodentops Kindergarten 24 Thornton Road , SW12 0LF | - not rated | 946 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton House the Manor School The Manor , 58 Clapham Common Northside SW4 9RU | - not rated | 1,374 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bistro Union | 40 Abbeville Road, London | 262 yd | |
| Nue Ground | 32 Abbeville Road, London | 262 yd | |
| Osteria Toscana | 31 Abbeville Road, London | 270 yd | |
| Brooke | 33 - 35 Abbeville Road, London | 270 yd | |
| Pizza Express Mac & Wings | 43-45 Abbeville Road, London | 294 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perky Nel | 7-8 Cavendish Parade, Clapham Common South Side | 634 yd | |
| The Windmill Public House | The Windmill On The Common, Windmill Drive | 827 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Public House, 169-171 Lyham Road | 894 yd | |
| The King & Co. | The Kings Head, 100 Clapham Park Road | 901 yd | |
| The Duke of Devonshire | The Devonshire, 39 Balham High Road | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 75 Abbeville Road, London | 369 yd | |
| Cumin Club | 95 Hambalt Road, London | 457 yd | |
| Burrito Mex | 17 Balham Hill, London | 672 yd | |
| Funky Fry | 31 Balham Hill, London | 694 yd | |
| Burger King | Restaurant, 67-93 Balham Hill | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 36-38 Abbeville Road, London | 262 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | 56 - 58 Abbeville Road, London | 299 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 2 Mullins Place, London | 513 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store, 128 Clapham Common South Side | 630 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 23 Balham Hill, London | 675 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lambeth Academy ELMS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 637 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (London Clapham South) Mullins Place | health and fitness suite | 677 yd |
| La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls School 1-4 1-4 ATKINS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 723 yd |
| Clapham Common WINDMILL DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 768 yd |
| Lambeth College (Clapham Centre) CLAPHAM COMMON SOUTH SIDE | 817 yd | |
| St Francis Xavier College MALWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 847 yd |
| Hmp Brixton BRIXTON BRIXTON JEBB AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 970 yd |
| Gateway Community Centre (Closed) Oldridge Road | 987 yd | |
| Grafton Tennis And Squash Rackets Club 70A 70A THORNTON ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 1,006 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 | 53.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.