SW6 1AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Walham Green in Hammersmith and Fulham. Administratively it sits within Walham Green ward and the Chelsea and Fulham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SW6 1AF is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, big city services, with accommodation and food. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Hammersmith and Fulham. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 89 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for SW6 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00009620 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SW6 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW6 1AF.
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£ 70,000 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW6 1AF 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
Social renting makes up 54% of tenure in SW6 1AF — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 39-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 SW6 1AF. The average age is 38.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SW6 1AF is moderate at 89 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.
school Local Schools
The Fulham Boys School
Fulham Primary School
Holy Cross RC School
The London Oratory School
Chelsea Academy
Lady Margaret School
Normand Croft Community School for Early Years and Primary Education
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
33 nearby- The Imperial0.4 km
- The Prince0.8 km
- Wolfpack Fulham0.4 km
- Eleusis Club0.4 km
- The Lillie Langtry0.7 km
- + 28 more
Restaurant, Cafe
170 nearby- Amigos Burgers And Shakes0.4 km
- Becky Blooms0.3 km
- Bodean's BBQ0.1 km
- Bridge Baker0.9 km
- Chelsea Football Club- Levy UK0.3 km
- + 165 more
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Youpi Yum Little Ones Kitchen0.8 km
- David Lloyd Clubs0.0 km
- Johnnie's Fish Bar & Kebab House0.9 km
- Clean Kitchen0.5 km
- DNA Juice0.3 km
- + 29 more
Retailers - Other
75 nearby- Cashcounts0.3 km
- The Hoarder0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd1.0 km
- Foodland0.7 km
- Holland & Barrett1.0 km
- + 70 more
Supermarkets
18 nearby- Tesco Express0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Co-op0.7 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Ibis London Earls Court Hotel & Conference Centre0.8 km
- Travelodge London Fulham Hotel0.6 km
- Millennium Chelsea Harbour Hotel1.0 km
- DoubleTree By Hilton London Chelsea1.0 km
- Express By Holiday Inn - Earl's Court0.9 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Brompton0.8 km
- Imperial Wharf1.0 km
- Earl’s Court L.T.1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Fulham Broadway Underground Station0.1 km
- Fulham Broadway Underground Station0.1 km
- Fulham Broadway Underground Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SW61AF · Data under Open Government Licence