STREATHAM HIGH ROAD, SW16 1DG House Prices & Local Information

SW16 1DG is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Streatham High Road, 0.8km from Streatham Hill in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Streatham Wells ward and the Streatham constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 64% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth. Employment levels are high (71% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £275k, up 19.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SW16 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00177684 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.