SW3 3SF is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Chelsea in Kensington and Chelsea. Administratively it sits within Brompton & Hans Town ward and the Chelsea and Fulham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SW3 3SF is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — big city services, with accommodation and food. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 105 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for SW3 3SF are sourced from Output Area E00190374 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SW3 3SF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW3 3SF.
274
54
£ 58,800 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SW3 3SF has a significant social housing presence — 85% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 54-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW3 3SF. The average age is 54.0. 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 & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SW3 3SF is above average at 105 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
Marlborough Primary School
Saint Thomas More Language College
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Chelsea Open Air Nursery School
Christ Church CofE Primary School
Our Lady of Victories RC Primary School
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- Beaufort House0.9 km
- The Kings Arms1.0 km
- The Phoenix Pub and Dining Room0.4 km
- The Phene0.6 km
- Chelsea Pensioners Club0.8 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
321 nearby- Acai Berry0.5 km
- Cafe Pier0.8 km
- Casa Manolo0.4 km
- Charlotte's Cloud0.4 km
- Cru8 Cafe @ Triyoga0.9 km
- + 316 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Prezzemolo & Vitale0.9 km
- Little Waitrose Ltd1.0 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Little Waitrose0.7 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
68 nearby- Andreas0.1 km
- Chelsea Cloisters Filling Station and Car Park0.2 km
- La Picena0.6 km
- My LaLaLand0.4 km
- Jeroboams0.7 km
- + 63 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
15 nearby- Cheval Knightsbridge0.9 km
- Oakley Hotel0.7 km
- 100 Queen's Gate Hotel0.7 km
- 54 Queen's Gate Hotel1.0 km
- Rembrandt Hotel0.6 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- My Godo0.9 km
- Juice and Bagel0.2 km
- Pie Man Food Company0.1 km
- Chopstix Noodle Bar0.5 km
- Quatre Saisons0.6 km
- + 13 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- London Victoria Coach Station1.4 km
- Earl’s Court L.T.1.7 km
- London Victoria1.8 km
Bus Stops
- South Kensington Underground Station0.5 km
- South Kensington Underground Station0.5 km
- South Kensington Underground Station0.5 km
- South Kensington Underground Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SW33SF · Data under Open Government Licence