SW6 1BF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km 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 1BF is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — big city services, with accommodation and food. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for SW6 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00009620 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SW6 1BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW6 1BF.
238
39
£ 70,000 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW6 1BF 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
SW6 1BF has a significant social housing presence — 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. 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 1BF. 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
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SW6 1BF is above average at 90 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
Holy Cross RC School
Fulham Primary School
Lady Margaret School
The London Oratory School
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Normand Croft Community School for Early Years and Primary Education
Chelsea Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
76 nearby- Cashcounts0.2 km
- The Hoarder0.8 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- Pilango Ltd0.9 km
- Foodland0.9 km
- + 71 more
Pub, NightClub
36 nearby- Eleusis Club0.4 km
- The Lillie Langtry0.8 km
- Tommy Tucker0.3 km
- Chelsea Pensioner0.6 km
- Chelsea Ram PH0.9 km
- + 31 more
Restaurant, Cafe
168 nearby- Abugida Restaurant0.2 km
- Black Sheep Coffee0.1 km
- Brusketta0.2 km
- Caffe Nero0.2 km
- Casacosta0.2 km
- + 163 more
Supermarkets
17 nearby- Tesco Express0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Co-op0.7 km
- Iceland0.5 km
- Co-op0.6 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Clean Kitchen0.6 km
- DNA Juice0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.2 km
- Papa John's Pizza0.3 km
- The Vintage Scoop0.3 km
- + 29 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Ibis London Earls Court Hotel & Conference Centre0.8 km
- DoubleTree By Hilton London Chelsea1.0 km
- Express By Holiday Inn - Earl's Court0.9 km
- Travelodge London Fulham Hotel0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Brompton0.9 km
- Imperial Wharf1.0 km
- Earl’s Court L.T.1.3 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: SW61BF · Data under Open Government Licence