SW2 1AA is a mixed residential area on Brixton Hill, 0.7km from Lambeth in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Brixton Rush Common ward and the Streatham constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SW2 1AA offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 40% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth. Employment levels are high (65% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £380k, up 16.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SW2 1AA are sourced from Output Area E00016051 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIXTON HILL, SW2 1AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIXTON HILL, SW2 1AA.
297
36
£ 71,300 /yr
78%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW2 1AA 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SW2 1AA spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (36) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 16.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW2 1AA. The average age is 35.9. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 380,000
3 sales · Mean £ 343,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SW2 1AA is moderate at 65 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
Trinity Academy
South Bank UTC
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Jubilee Primary School
Sudbourne Primary School
Effra Nursery School and Children's Centre
Kings Avenue School
Iqra Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- The Sultan0.7 km
- Effra Road Social0.4 km
- Prince Of Wales0.5 km
- BrewDog0.9 km
- Prince Albert0.9 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
82 nearby- Bombay Inn0.9 km
- Stars Restaurant0.9 km
- Adams0.1 km
- Cafe On The Hill0.0 km
- Cafe Tana0.1 km
- + 77 more
Takeaway Shop
41 nearby- Bakers Dozen Caribbean Roots1.0 km
- Town Chicken \& Pizza1.0 km
- Fish Lounge0.0 km
- Il Sovrano0.4 km
- Mojo Kitchen0.4 km
- + 36 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods1.0 km
- Pret A Manger1.0 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
76 nearby- Absar Food Express0.7 km
- Atlantic Breeze1.0 km
- B.K Enterprises0.7 km
- Brixton Hill Express0.5 km
- Jones The Butcher0.7 km
- + 71 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brixton1.0 km
- Herne Hill1.2 km
- Clapham High Street1.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SW21AA · Data under Open Government Licence