Postcode Analysis Lambeth, London

MORTIMER CLOSE, SW16 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MORTIMER CLOSE, SW16 1AQ.

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Population

296

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 66,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SW16 1AQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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3/10
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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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Area Character

SW16 1AQ has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SW16 1AQ is a safe, established residential area on Mortimer Close, 0.7km from Tooting Bec Common in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Streatham St Leonard's ward and the Streatham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SW16 1AQ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M.

Census 2021 statistics for SW16 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00015732 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW16 1AQ. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British57.8%
Asian / British Asian9.9%
Black / African / Caribbean19.0%
Other / Mixed13.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 1,175,000

2 sales · Mean £ 1,175,000

Semi-Detached

£ 1,550,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,550,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SW16 1AQ has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour57
Violence and sexual offences54
Vehicle crime36
Burglary16
Criminal damage and arson16

school Local Schools

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Telferscot Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils0.4 km
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St Bede's Catholic Infant School

Good124 pupils0.6 km
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Henry Cavendish Primary School

Outstanding798 pupils0.7 km
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The Livity School

Good100 pupils1.0 km
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St Bernadette Catholic Junior School

Good199 pupils1.0 km
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La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School

Outstanding1130 pupils1.0 km
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Ravenstone Primary School

Good394 pupils1.2 km
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Richard Atkins Primary School

Good278 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

54 nearby
  • COSTA COFFEE1.0 km
  • Caffe Nero0.9 km
  • Meze Mazis0.9 km
  • Trap Kitchen1.0 km
  • Batch & Co0.8 km
  • + 49 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Lidl1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Marks \& Spencer0.7 km
  • Iceland Foods1.0 km
  • Co-operative Food0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

37 nearby
  • Paydens0.9 km
  • Streatham Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Day Lewis Streatham0.9 km
  • De Montford Mini Market0.7 km
  • LC Convenience Store0.7 km
  • + 32 more
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Takeaway Shop

33 nearby
  • Ocean Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Amigos Burgers & Shakes0.9 km
  • German Doner Kebab0.8 km
  • Happy Garden0.7 km
  • KFC0.8 km
  • + 28 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Streatham Wine House0.8 km
  • Porky's Wine Bar0.6 km
  • The Bedford1.0 km
  • The Five Bells0.6 km
  • Taylors0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Leigham Court Hotel0.9 km
  • Balham Lodge0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Streatham Hill0.6 km
  • Balham1.2 km
  • Streatham Station1.6 km