SW6 1BS is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Brompton, West in Hammersmith and Fulham. Administratively it sits within Walham Green ward and the Chelsea and Fulham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SW6 1BS is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. By day, the area transitions to a big city life character: big city services, with accommodation and food. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Hammersmith and Fulham. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 95 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for SW6 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00009396 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SW6 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW6 1BS.
243
34
£ 66,500 /yr
65%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW6 1BS 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
With 51% social renting, SW6 1BS is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 34-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 1BS. The average age is 34.5. 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 1BS is above average at 95 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
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Normand Croft Community School for Early Years and Primary Education
Lady Margaret School
Sir John Lillie Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
71 nearby- New Enca Food0.8 km
- All In 1 Food & Wine0.7 km
- GreenBay Supermarket0.8 km
- London Drinks Hub0.6 km
- My Shop0.7 km
- + 66 more
Restaurant, Cafe
167 nearby- Azur0.8 km
- Gola Restaurant0.8 km
- Monty's1.0 km
- Tikis London0.7 km
- Vanilla Bean Cafe0.6 km
- + 162 more
Supermarkets
17 nearby- Tesco Express0.7 km
- Sushi Daily0.9 km
- Waitrose0.2 km
- Whole Foods Market0.1 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
33 nearby- Pizza Hut Delivery0.8 km
- Foodstars Fulham1.0 km
- Parsons Green Fish Bar0.6 km
- Portobello Juice Express SW61.0 km
- Dessert Heaven London0.6 km
- + 28 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Express By Holiday Inn - Earl's Court0.7 km
- Travelodge London Fulham Hotel0.4 km
- Hotel Boka1.0 km
- Ibis London Earls Court Hotel & Conference Centre0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
35 nearby- Goose0.7 km
- The Lost Hours0.6 km
- The Redback0.2 km
- The Rose0.6 km
- Jaks0.8 km
- + 30 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Brompton0.7 km
- Imperial Wharf1.1 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: SW61BS · Data under Open Government Licence