Fentiman Road is in London and in Lambeth district. SW8 1LE is located in the Oval electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vauxhall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fentiman Road, London, SW8 1LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW8 1NH, SW8 1LD, SW8 1PA, SW8 1PB, SW8 1PE, SW9 0JQ, SW8 1NX, SW8 1NU, SW8 1LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SW8 1LE has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 45.7% | 47.8% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 54.3% | 52.2% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 SW8 1LE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.7% 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 | 55.5% | 47.7% | -7.8% | 37.9% | 9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.5% | 40.5% | 10.0% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 3% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -6.1% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 4.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 57.5% | 56.7% | -0.8% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 28.7% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 11.3% | 4.4% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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 SW8 1LE this area, 6.3% 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 68.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.7% | 6.3% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.8% | 4.1% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.8% | 6.7% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 11.2% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.1% | 68.4% | 11.3% | 33.8% | 34.6% |
| Other | 8.1% | 0.4% | -7.7% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 2.3% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Other Black | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 81.6% | 75.3% | -6.3% | 81.4% | -6.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 65.1% 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% | 65.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | -18.1% |
| European Union | 13.2% | 12.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 6.6% | 3.8% | -2.8% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 5.2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.7% | 9% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 7.7% |
| Oceania | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 62.6% | 64.2% | 1.6% | 83.2% | -19.0% |
| 10+ Years | 7.2% | 19.1% | 11.9% | 9.8% | 9.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.9% | 5.1% | -1.8% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 7.8% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 5.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.4% | 3.8% | -14.6% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| Ireland | 3.7% | 0.6% | 3.1% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 4.1% | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Portugal | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Central and South America | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 2% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fentiman Road was 115.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.7% lower than the Kennington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fentiman Road has the 36th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Kennington and the 351st highest crime rate of 793 local areas in Lambeth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.8%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 Fentiman House, 2 Fentiman Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-06-14 | £323,316 |
| Flat 6 Fentiman House, 2 Fentiman Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £344,000 | 2021-11-19 | £336,747 |
| Flat 5 Fentiman House, 2 Fentiman Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-08-20 | £337,074 |
| Flat 3 Fentiman House, 2 Fentiman Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2013-07-12 | £336,454 |
| Flat 6 Fentiman House, 2 Fentiman Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,100 | 2005-03-24 | £265,930 |
SW8 1LE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
SW8 1LE 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 | 123 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 34 |
| Information and communication | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Other | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethelred Nursery School and Children's Centre 1 Gundulf Street , SE11 6BG | 4out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tachbrook Nursery School Aylesford Street , SW1V 3RT | 3out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Children & Family Centre Tower Mill Road , Off Coleman Road SE15 6BY | 3out of 4 | 2,680 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Triangle Nursery School 25 William Bonney Estate , Clapham Crescent SW4 7JQ | 4out of 4 | 2,699 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 | 2,916 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashmole Primary School Ashmole Street , SW8 1NT | 4out of 4 | 242 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Church of England Primary School Dorset Road , SW8 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 391 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reay Primary School Hackford Road , Stockwell SW9 0EN | 4out of 4 | 428 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary School Harleyford Road , Kennington SE11 5SL | 3out of 4 | 466 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School 6 Durham Street , SE11 5JA | 3out of 4 | 605 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Tenison's School 55 Kennington Oval , SE11 5SR | 1out of 4 | 237 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilian Baylis Technology School 323 Kennington Lane , Kennington SE11 5QY | 4out of 4 | 659 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Platanos College Clapham Road , SW9 0AL | 4out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Gabriel's College Langton Road , SW9 6UL | 3out of 4 | 1,272 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark All Saints Academy 140 Wyndham Road , Camberwell SE5 0UB | 3out of 4 | 1,314 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Marine Society College of the Sea 200b Lambeth Road , SE1 7JY | - not rated | 1,800 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College London Maths School 80 Kennington Road , SE11 6NJ | - not rated | 1,911 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley College 61 Westminster Bridge Road , Waterloo SE1 7HT | - not rated | 2,157 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Westminster Sixth Form Steel House, 11 Tothill Street , Westminster SW1H 9LH | - not rated | 2,512 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , Clapham | - not rated | 3,169 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 2,702 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennington Park Academy 20 Kennington Park Gardens , SE11 4AX | 3out of 4 | 854 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park College 5 Kennington Park Place , SE11 4AS | - not rated | 967 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highshore School 135 Farmers Road , Camberwell SE5 0TW | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Octavia House Schools 214b Kennington Road , SE11 6AU | - not rated | 1,276 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| PhoenixPlace Redcar Street , SE5 0NA | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liloo Coffee & Kitchen | 8 Claylands Road, London | 125 yd | |
| 24 The Oval | 24 Clapham Road, London | 175 yd | |
| Offley Canteen | Offley Works, Offley Road | 211 yd | |
| The Shelter Clubhouse | 2 Coney Way, London | 235 yd | |
| The Shelter Clubhouse | 2 Coney Way, London | 235 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fentiman Arms | The Fentiman Arms, 64 Fentiman Road | 267 yd | |
| Hanover Arms | The Hanover Arms, 326 Kennington Park Road | 270 yd | |
| The Brown Derby | 336 Kennington Park Road, London | 270 yd | |
| Estrela Bar | 111-115 South Lambeth Road, London | 580 yd | |
| The Beehive | Beehive Public House, 51 Durham Street | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smash & Grill | Business, 32 Clapham Road | 87 yd | |
| Claylands Fish Bar | 2 Claylands Road, London | 125 yd | |
| Palace Grill | 332 Kennington Park Road, London | 270 yd | |
| Wellatino Aka Migue's Restaurant And Bar | 40 - 42 Brixton Road, London | 300 yd | |
| Tennessee Fried Chicken | 12 Brixton Road, London | 305 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 118A Brixton Road | 473 yd | |
| Tesco | 139 Clapham Road, London | 517 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group Food | Ground Floor, 173 - 175 South Lambeth Road | 641 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores, Kennington Lane | 811 yd | |
| Waitrose | 3 Bondway, London | 846 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Tenisons School KENNINGTON OVAL | health and fitness suite | 277 yd |
| Reay Primary School HACKFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 335 yd |
| The Oval Health & Fitness Centre (Closed) The Brit Oval The Brit Oval Kennington | health and fitness suite | 348 yd |
| The Kia Oval THE KIA OVAL THE KIA OVAL KENNINGTON OVAL | grass pitches | 348 yd |
| Kennington Park Youth Club HARLEYFORD STREET | 384 yd | |
| Pure Gym (London Oval) Units 4-4A-5-5A Units 4-4A-5-5A Kennington Park | health and fitness suite | 419 yd |
| The Gym (London Stockwell) LETT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 464 yd |
| Vassall Ward Youth Club Brixton Road | 532 yd | |
| Kennington Park Pitch St. Agnes Place | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 533 yd |
| Vauxhall Park FENTIMAN ROAD | tennis courts | 594 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.