Combermere Road is in London and in Lambeth district. SW9 9QU is located in the Brixton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vauxhall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Combermere Road, London, SW9 9QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW9 9QT, SW9 9QR, SW9 9RE, SW9 9QS, SW9 9RF, SW9 9RA, SW9 9SA, SW9 9QJ, SW9 9RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SW9 9QU 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 | 37.5% | 49.1% | 11.6% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 62.5% | 50.9% | -11.6% | 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 area around SW9 9QU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 66.2% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 71.4% | 66.2% | -5.2% | 37.9% | 28.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 9.8% | 16.9% | 7.1% | 44.2% | -27.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 7.3% | 2.9% | -4.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 10.1% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.3% | 50.9% | -5.4% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 31.5% | 6.1% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 10.2% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 SW9 9QU 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 61.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.8% | 7.2% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.5% | 5.3% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -8.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.4% | 61.8% | 1.4% | 33.8% | 28.0% |
| Other | 8.6% | 1.9% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 5.9% | 13.3% | 7.4% | 2.5% | 10.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 14.1% | 8.3% | -5.8% | 1.0% | 7.3% |
| Other Black | 3.5% | 0.5% | -3.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 67.2% | 62.4% | -4.8% | 81.4% | -19.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 4.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
In this area, 56.9% 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 | 62.5% | 56.9% | -5.6% | 83.2% | -26.3% |
| European Union | 6.3% | 12.4% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 5.1% | 15.1% | 10.0% | 2.7% | 12.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 14.8% | 10.1% | -4.7% | 1.3% | 8.8% |
| Oceania | 5.5% | 1.4% | -4.1% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 58.6% | 57.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | -26.1% |
| 10+ Years | 5.1% | 32.7% | 27.6% | 9.8% | 22.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.9% | 4.6% | 0.7% | 2.9% | 1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 3.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 27.7% | 1.8% | -25.9% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Ireland | 4.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 4.6% | 0.5% | 4.1% |
| Spain | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North Africa | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 2.3% | 13.5% | -11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Combermere Road was 305.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 102.8% higher than the Brixton North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Combermere Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Brixton North and the 95th highest crime rate of 793 local areas in Lambeth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 172.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 96.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Combermere Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2019-08-02 | £356,659 |
| 32 Combermere Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2016-10-14 | £407,000 |
| 32 Combermere Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £236,500 | 2013-02-22 | £358,612 |
| 32 Combermere Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £183,500 | 2006-09-15 | £351,498 |
| 32 Combermere Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2003-10-24 | £349,074 |
SW9 9QU 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 | 109 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 41 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triangle Nursery School 25 William Bonney Estate , Clapham Crescent SW4 7JQ | 4out of 4 | 1,116 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 | 1,515 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery School 4 Allingham Road , SW4 8EG | 4out of 4 | 1,982 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood Nursery School 66 Upper Tulse Hill , SW2 2RW | 4out of 4 | 2,360 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tachbrook Nursery School Aylesford Street , SW1V 3RT | 3out of 4 | 2,524 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Kay Road , SW9 9DE | 3out of 4 | 176 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockwell Primary School Stockwell Road , SW9 9TG | 2out of 4 | 311 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Catholic Primary School Knowle Close , Brixton SW9 0TQ | 3out of 4 | 660 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hall Primary School (Including Lark Hall Centre for Pupils with Autism) Smedley Street , Clapham SW4 6PH | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allen Edwards Primary School Studley Road , Stockwell SW4 6RP | 3out of 4 | 820 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platanos College Clapham Road , SW9 0AL | 4out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bank UTC 56 Brixton Hill , SW2 1QS | 2out of 4 | 1,274 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Brixton Hill , Brixton SW2 1QS | 3out of 4 | 1,279 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Evelyn Grace Academy 255 Shakespeare Road , Lambeth SE24 0QN | 3out of 4 | 1,553 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambeth Academy Elms Road , Clapham SW4 9ET | 2out of 4 | 1,847 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Clapham Sixth Form 73 Kings Avenue , Clapham | - not rated | 1,459 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambeth College 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 1,720 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 2,750 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Marine Society College of the Sea 200b Lambeth Road , SE1 7JY | - not rated | 3,506 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College London Maths School 80 Kennington Road , SE11 6NJ | - not rated | 3,629 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 | 4,139 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 4,214 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansdowne School 49 Combermere Road , SW9 9QD | 3out of 4 | 192 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Michael Tippett School Heron Road , Herne Hill SE24 0HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,783 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highshore School 135 Farmers Road , Camberwell SE5 0TW | 3out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Preparatory School 149 Battersea Park Road , SW8 4BX | - not rated | 2,166 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| PhoenixPlace Redcar Street , SE5 0NA | - not rated | 2,192 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Cantinho De Portugal | 135-137 Stockwell Road, London | 261 yd | |
| Papa's Cafe | Cafe, Pulross Road | 280 yd | |
| Union Cafe | Ground Floor, 104 Landor Road | 298 yd | |
| FC Porto Of London | 82 Landor Road, London | 351 yd | |
| Latin American Shop | 183 Stockwell Road, London | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head | 144 Stockwell Road, London | 217 yd | |
| The Duke Of Edinburgh | Duke Of Cambridge Public House, 204 Ferndale Road | 374 yd | |
| The Landor | The Landor Public House, 70 Landor Road | 406 yd | |
| Phonox | 418 Brixton Road, London | 504 yd | |
| Ferndales | 118 Ferndale Road, London | 526 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 876 | 133 Landor Road, London | 164 yd | |
| New Century | 56 Stockwell Green, London | 246 yd | |
| J.J. Chicken Express | 134 Stockwell Road, London | 253 yd | |
| Morley's Fried Chicken | 59 Stockwell Road, London | 450 yd | |
| Country's Vegan Hut | 95 Landor Road, London | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 446 - 450 Brixton Road, London | 514 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 379 Brixton Road, London | 549 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 399 - 407 Clapham Road, London | 583 yd | |
| Tesco | 330 Brixton Road, London | 622 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 425 Brixton Road, London | 632 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lansdowne School (Closed) Argyll Close | 94 yd | |
| Ferndale Community Sports Centre NURSERY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 438 yd |
| Ymca (Lambeth) (Closed) King Georges House 40-46 King Georges House 40-46 Stockwell Road | health and fitness suite | 454 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (London Brixton) STOCKWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 459 yd |
| Karibu Education Centre (Closed) Gresham Road | 630 yd | |
| Brixton Recreation Centre BRIXTON STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 643 yd |
| Stockwell Park School (Closed) Stockwell Park Road | swimming pool | 867 yd |
| Platanos College STOCKWELL PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 913 yd |
| Clapham Leisure Centre (Closed) Clapham Manor Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,050 yd |
| Durand Academy (Junior School) Hackford Road | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 1,053 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.