SW16 1AW is a safe, established residential area on Abbotswood Road, 0.4km from Tooting Bec Common in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Streatham St Leonard's ward and the Streatham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SW16, SW16 1AW offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M.
Census 2021 statistics for SW16 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00015734 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBOTSWOOD ROAD, SW16 1AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBOTSWOOD ROAD, SW16 1AW.
603
39
£ 66,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW16 1AW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SW16 1AW's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £1.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW16 1AW. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 1,250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 1,250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SW16 1AW has low crime rates — 24 incidents 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
St Leonard's Church of England Primary School
Telferscot Primary School
The Livity School
Dunraven School
St Bede's Catholic Infant School
Henry Cavendish Primary School
Sunnyhill Primary School
St Anselm's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- White Lion0.7 km
- The Manor Arms0.8 km
- The Five Bells0.7 km
- Holland Tringham0.8 km
- Taylors0.6 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
62 nearby- Amigos Burgers & Shakes0.6 km
- German Doner Kebab0.7 km
- Happy Garden1.0 km
- Just Doner0.8 km
- KFC0.6 km
- + 57 more
Retailers - Other
44 nearby- Streatham Pharmacy0.9 km
- Discount Cash \& Carry0.9 km
- Good News0.9 km
- Khartoum Supermarket0.9 km
- Tas Food And Wine0.9 km
- + 39 more
Restaurant, Cafe
64 nearby- Odeon Cinema0.7 km
- Hungs Restaurant0.8 km
- Polish Music Club Mikrus0.7 km
- Aya Lebanese Cuisine0.6 km
- Cafe Zara0.8 km
- + 59 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland Foods0.6 km
- Marks \& Spencer0.8 km
- Co-operative Food0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Leigham Court Hotel0.9 km
- Balham Lodge0.6 km
- Mount Carmel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Streatham Hill0.8 km
- Streatham Station1.1 km
- Streatham1.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SW161AW · Data under Open Government Licence