Postcode Analysis Lambeth, London

SW16 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW16 1BD.

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Population

296

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 66,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SW16 1BD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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3/10
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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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Area Character

SW16 1BD has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 41-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SW16 1BD is a mixed residential area located 0.7km from Tooting Bec Common in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Streatham St Leonard's ward and the Streatham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SW16 1BD is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for SW16 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00015732 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW16 1BD. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British57.8%
Asian / British Asian9.9%
Black / African / Caribbean19.0%
Other / Mixed13.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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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 SW16 1BD is moderate at 63 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.

Anti-social behaviour125
Violence and sexual offences103
Shoplifting51
Vehicle crime47
Burglary32

school Local Schools

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Telferscot Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils0.6 km
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St Bede's Catholic Infant School

Good124 pupils0.7 km
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The Livity School

Good100 pupils0.7 km
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Henry Cavendish Primary School

Outstanding798 pupils1.0 km
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Dunraven School

Outstanding1766 pupils1.0 km
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Christ Church, Streatham Church of England Primary School

Good179 pupils1.1 km
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Richard Atkins Primary School

Good278 pupils1.2 km
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La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School

Outstanding1130 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

39 nearby
  • The Thoughful Fruiter1.0 km
  • Budgens0.3 km
  • Hyde Farm0.5 km
  • Variety Store0.8 km
  • La Parisienne0.7 km
  • + 34 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

54 nearby
  • Grafton Tennis Club0.7 km
  • Just Jenny's Cafe0.9 km
  • El Chico0.4 km
  • SW16 Bar \& Kitchen0.5 km
  • Batch & Co0.7 km
  • + 49 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Leigham Court Hotel0.6 km
  • Balham Lodge0.8 km
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Marks \& Spencer0.5 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Iceland Foods0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Co-operative Food0.5 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Orient Express0.5 km
  • Amigos Burgers & Shakes0.7 km
  • German Doner Kebab0.6 km
  • Happy Garden0.5 km
  • KFC0.6 km
  • + 19 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Streatham Wine House0.6 km
  • White Lion0.9 km
  • Porky's Wine Bar0.4 km
  • Lisa's Kitchen0.9 km
  • The Five Bells0.4 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Streatham Hill0.4 km
  • Streatham1.4 km
  • Balham1.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Streatham Hill Rail Station0.4 km