Overview of SW8 2JE

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St George Wharf is in London and in Lambeth district. SW8 2JE is located in the Vauxhall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vauxhall. This postcode has been in use since 2005-08-01.

StreetScan combines information about St George Wharf, London, SW8 2JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: SW8 2JA, SW8 2LW, SW8 2JF, SW8 2LE, SW8 2AU, SW8 2AZ, SW8 2JB, SW8 2LZ, SW8 2AX.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SW8 2JE is primarily male, with 58.1% of the population 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)
Female37.8%41.9%4.1% 51.0% -9.1%
Male62.2%58.1%-4.1% 49.0% 9.1%

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 SW8 2JE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.7% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single57%60.7%3.7% 37.9% 22.8%
Married: Opposite sex34.3%35%0.7% 44.2% -9.2%
Married: Same sex0.8%0.7%-0.1% 0.3% 0.4%
Civil partnership: Same sex0%0.7%0.7% 0.1% 0.6%
Separated3.2%0%-3.2% 2.2% -2.2%
Divorced4.4%2.9%-1.5% 9.1% -6.2%
Widowed0.4%0%-0.4% 6.1% -6.1%

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 (94.6%) 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 health70.7%55.7%-15.0% 48.4% 7.3%
Good health24.4%38.9%14.5% 33.6% 5.3%
Fair health4.1%5.4%1.3% 12.7% -7.3%
Bad health0.4%0%-0.4% 4.0% -4.0%
Very bad health0.4%0%-0.4% 1.2% -1.2%

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 SW8 2JE this area, 1.4% 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 81.3%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications6.4%1.4%-5.0% 18.2% -16.8%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 3.6%5%1.4% 9.6% -4.6%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels5.6%2.2%-3.4% 13.4% -11.2%
Apprenticeship0.8%0.7%-0.1% 5.3% -4.6%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels10%9.4%-0.6% 16.9% -7.5%
Degree or Similar64.1%81.3%17.2% 33.8% 47.5%
Other9.6%0%-9.6% 2.8% -2.8%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 53.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese6.3%5.4%-0.9% 0.7% 4.7%
Indian5.9%7.4%1.5% 3.1% 4.3%
Pakistani1.9%2.7%0.8% 2.7% 0.0%
Other Asian4.4%4%-0.4% 1.6% 2.4%
Black African1.9%3.4%1.5% 2.5% 0.9%
Black Caribbean1.9%4.7%2.8% 1.0% 3.7%
Other Black1.1%0.7%-0.4% 0.5% 0.2%
Mixed White and Asian0.4%3.4%3.0% 0.8% 2.6%
Mixed White and African0.4%2%1.6% 0.4% 1.6%
Mixed White and Caribbean1.9%0.7%-1.2% 0.9% -0.2%
Mixed Other2.6%2.7%0.1% 0.8% 1.9%
White68.5%53.7%-14.8% 81.4% -27.7%
Roma0%0.7%0.7% 0.2% 0.5%
Arab2.2%4%1.8% 0.6% 3.4%
Other0.7%4.7%4.0% 1.6% 3.1%

Country of Birth

In this area, just 45% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom51.9%45%-6.9% 83.2% -38.2%
European Union8.9%22.1%13.2% 6.1% 16.0%
Rest of Europe7%2%-5.0% 0.8% 1.2%
Africa4.4%2%-2.4% 2.7% -0.7%
Middle East and Asia16.7%21.5%4.8% 5.6% 15.9%
The Americas and the Caribbean9.3%4.7%-4.6% 1.3% 3.4%
Oceania1.9%2.7%0.8% 0.3% 2.4%

Length of Residence

In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 45% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 16.9% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK51.1%45.3%-5.8% 83.2% -37.9%
10+ Years18.5%16.9%-1.6% 9.8% 7.1%
5-10 Years8.9%13.5%4.6% 2.9% 10.6%
2-5 Years9.3%12.2%2.9% 2.2% 10.0%
Less than 2 years12.2%12.2%0.0% 1.9% 10.3%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom58.8% 76.7% -17.9%
Ireland1.4% 0.6% 0.8%
France1.4% 0.3% 1.1%
Italy6.1% 0.6% 5.5%
Portugal0.7% 0.5% 0.2%
Spain2% 0.4% 1.6%
Lithuania2% 0.3% 1.7%
Poland2% 1.3% 0.7%
Other EU countries6.1% 1.5% 4.6%
Other Europe0.7% 0.2% 0.5%
Middle East4.7% 0.1% 4.6%
Eastern Asia5.4% 0.3% 5.1%
Southern Asia0.7% 1.2% -0.5%
South-East Asia2.7% 0.2% 2.5%
North America and the Caribbean1.4% 0.3% 1.1%
Oceania2% 0.1% 1.9%
No passport held2% 13.5% -11.5%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion43.8% 37.2% 6.6%
Christian40.3% 46.2% -5.9%
Buddhist1.4% 0.5% 0.9%
Hindu0.7% 1.7% -1.0%
Muslim6.3% 6.5% -0.2%
Sikh1.4% 0.9% 0.5%
Not answered6.3% 6.0% 0.3%

Safety

Is St George Wharf Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St George Wharf was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Oval average.

Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .



🔎 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
£62,900
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in SW8 2JE, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on St George Wharf are based on 1774 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 St George Wharf, London, SW8 2JE

Estimated Average Property Prices for SW8 2JE

Average Price
£1,292,104
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£1,292,104
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for St George Wharf

Average Price
£1,287,654
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£1,288,664
Other
£1,125,690

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on St George WharfStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
Flat 540 Hamilton House, 6 St George Wharf, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£840,0002025-02-10 £834,012
Flat 507 Hamilton House, 6 St George Wharf, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£850,0002024-10-11 £842,226
Flat 492 Hamilton House, 6 St George Wharf, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£725,0002024-01-17 £731,755
Flat 509 Hamilton House, 6 St George Wharf, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£469,9502023-02-17 £455,016
Flat 519 Hamilton House, 6 St George Wharf, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£1,000,0002023-01-20 £975,000
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for SW8 2JE

Employment

SW8 2JE 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee84
Self-Employed14
Part-Time Employee8
Full-Time Student (with or without job)7
Other5
Looking after home or family5
Student (economically inactive)5
Retired5
Unemployed4
Long-Term Sick or disabled1

Employment Industry

Financial and insurance activities36
Professional, scientific and technical activities35
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security24
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles14
Information and communication13
Accommodation and food service activities11
Human health and social work activities9
Manufacturing8
Other7
Administrative and support service activities7
Education6
Transport and storage4
Real estate activities3
Construction3
Mining and quarrying2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Tachbrook Nursery School
Aylesford Street , SW1V 3RT
3out of 4 307 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Ethelred Nursery School and Children's Centre
1 Gundulf Street , SE11 6BG
4out of 4 1,404 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Triangle Nursery School
25 William Bonney Estate , Clapham Crescent SW4 7JQ
4out of 4 3,091 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Chelsea Open Air Nursery School
51 Glebe Place , Chelsea SW3 5JE
4out of 4 3,094 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 3,587 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Westminster Cathedral RC Primary School
Bessborough Place , SW1V 3SE
3out of 4 424 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Wyvil Primary School and Resource Bases for Speech, Language and Communication Needs, and Autism
Wyvil Road , SW8 2TJ
4out of 4 627 yd Foundation school Yes Mixed More About School
Millbank Academy
Millbank Academy , SW1P 4HR
4out of 4 663 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
6 Durham Street , SE11 5JA
3out of 4 696 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Pimlico Primary
Lupus Street , Westminster SW1V 3AT
4out of 4 703 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Pimlico Academy
Lupus Street , Pimlico SW1V 3AT
4out of 4 703 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Lilian Baylis Technology School
323 Kennington Lane , Kennington SE11 5QY
4out of 4 822 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Archbishop Tenison's School
55 Kennington Oval , SE11 5SR
1out of 4 1,041 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
The Grey Coat Hospital
Greycoat Place , SW1P 2DY
4out of 4 1,290 yd Academy converter No Girls More About School
Sir Simon Milton Westminster University Technical College
1 Sutherland Street , SW1V 4LD
- not rated 1,427 yd University technical college No Mixed More About School

16 plus

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 1,468 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Harris Westminster Sixth Form
Steel House, 11 Tothill Street , Westminster SW1H 9LH
- not rated 1,647 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School
King's College London Maths School
80 Kennington Road , SE11 6NJ
- not rated 1,745 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School
Morley College
61 Westminster Bridge Road , Waterloo SE1 7HT
- not rated 2,004 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Lambeth College
45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL
- not rated 3,408 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Ark Globe Academy
Harper Road , SE1 6AG
3out of 4 3,076 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Ark King Solomon Academy
Penfold Street , NW1 6RU
4out of 4 5,269 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Fairley House School
30 Causton Street , SW1P 4AU
- not rated 582 yd Other independent special school No Mixed More About School
Westminster Under School
Adrian House , 27 Vincent Square SW1P 2NN
- not rated 809 yd Other independent school Not Applicable Boys More About School
Eaton Square School
79 Eccleston Square , SW1V 1PP
- not rated 1,341 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Octavia House Schools
214b Kennington Road , SE11 6AU
- not rated 1,397 yd Other independent special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Westminster School
Little Dean's Yard , SW1P 3PF
- not rated 1,475 yd Other independent school No 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
Waterfront Brasserie3 St George Wharf, London76 yd
Eight Dishes2C St George Wharf, London79 yd
Cottons Restaurant9 St George Wharf, London79 yd
Vine Bar LondonUnit 7 Block F, St George Wharf80 yd
Brunswick House Cafe30 Wandsworth Road, London97 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Riverside (Unit 14)5 St George Wharf, London79 yd
FireArches 39-44 Parry Street, London263 yd
Ashtar LoungeArches 80 To 81, Albert Embankment377 yd
Mother Kelly'sArch 76 Albert Embankment, London398 yd
The Royal Vauxhall TavernRoyal Vauxhall Tavern Public House, 372 Kennington Lane557 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Pret A Manger21A St George Wharf, London79 yd
KnotShops, Vauxhall Station97 yd
Rudie's Jerk Shack (Vauxhall)7 - 11 South Lambeth Place, London246 yd
KraPow FC7 - 11 South Lambeth Place, London246 yd
Win And Lily Oriental6 South Lambeth Place, London246 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
TescoBlock F, St George Wharf, London, London89 yd
Waitrose3 Bondway, London228 yd
Sainsbury's7 - 11 South Lambeth Place, London246 yd
Sainsbury's - Main StoreSainsburys, 62 Wandsworth Road499 yd
The Co-operative Group FoodGround Floor, 173 - 175 South Lambeth Road1,016 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
The Gym (London Vauxhall)
6a 6a St. George Wharf
health and fitness suite145 yd
Paris Gymnasium (Closed)
73-74 73-74 Goding Street
health and fitness suite398 yd
Vauxhall Park
FENTIMAN ROAD
tennis courts485 yd
Crossfit Se11
RAILWAY ARCH 103 RAILWAY ARCH 103 TINWORTH STREET
health and fitness suite664 yd
Lilian Baylis Technology School
Kennington Lane
artificial grass pitch686 yd
Dolphin Fitness Club
DOLPHIN SQUARE
health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts750 yd
The Grey Coat Hospital School (St Michaels)
REGENCY STREET
799 yd
Pimlico Academy
LUPUS STREET
artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite840 yd
South Bank Club
124-130 124-130 WANDSWORTH ROAD
health and fitness suite, squash courts866 yd
Archbishop Tenisons School
KENNINGTON OVAL
health and fitness suite905 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 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%

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/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed150 Mbit/s
Average download speed259 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed900 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed900 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed100 Mbit/s
Average upload speed224.2 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed900 Mbit/s

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