SW2 2JP is a mixed residential area on Helix Gardens, 0.7km from Lambeth in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Brixton Rush Common ward and the Streatham constituency.
For families considering a move, SW2 2JP represents a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (56% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £1.4M.
Census 2021 statistics for SW2 2JP are sourced from Output Area E00016055 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HELIX GARDENS, SW2 2JP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HELIX GARDENS, SW2 2JP.
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£ 71,300 /yr
70%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW2 2JP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SW2 2JP's low deprivation rank, 60% ownership, and £1.4M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £1.4M.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW2 2JP. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 1,362,475
2 sales · Mean £ 1,362,475
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SW2 2JP is moderate at 72 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
South Bank UTC
Trinity Academy
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Jubilee Primary School
Sudbourne Primary School
Effra Nursery School and Children's Centre
Elm Court School
Holmewood Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Effra Road Social0.4 km
- Prince Of Wales0.6 km
- BrewDog0.9 km
- Prince Albert0.9 km
- Satay Bar0.9 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
74 nearby- Adams0.1 km
- Cafe On The Hill0.1 km
- Cafe Tana0.1 km
- Stars Square0.4 km
- Bebs Kitchen0.8 km
- + 69 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- Fish Lounge0.1 km
- Il Sovrano0.4 km
- Mojo Kitchen0.4 km
- Morleys0.1 km
- Pizza Brixton0.1 km
- + 32 more
Retailers - Other
72 nearby- Absar Food Express0.8 km
- Atlantic Breeze1.0 km
- A. M. Quality Halal Meats1.0 km
- Baadoow Ltd0.8 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- + 67 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brixton1.1 km
- Herne Hill1.2 km
- Clapham High Street1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SW22JP · Data under Open Government Licence