Postcode Analysis Lambeth, London

HELIX GARDENS, SW2 2JP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HELIX GARDENS, SW2 2JP.

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Population

304

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 71,300 /yr

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Employed

70%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SW2 2JP 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.

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3/10
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2/10
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10/10
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10/10
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8/10
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10/10
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3/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SW2 2JP's low deprivation rank, 60% ownership, and £1.4M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £1.4M.

home £1,362,475 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SW2 2JP is a mixed residential area on Helix Gardens, 0.7km from Lambeth in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Brixton Rush Common ward and the Streatham constituency.

For families considering a move, SW2 2JP represents 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 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (56% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £1.4M.

Census 2021 statistics for SW2 2JP are sourced from Output Area E00016055 (shared with 7 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 SW2 2JP. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.3%
Asian / British Asian4.9%
Black / African / Caribbean10.7%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

70%Active
FT: 56%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 1,362,475

2 sales · Mean £ 1,362,475

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around SW2 2JP is moderate at 72 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.

Violence and sexual offences252
Anti-social behaviour196
Drugs95
Other theft71
Vehicle crime64

school Local Schools

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South Bank UTC

Requires Improvement272 pupils0.3 km
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Trinity Academy

Good608 pupils0.3 km
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Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Outstanding410 pupils0.3 km
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Jubilee Primary School

Good381 pupils0.3 km
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Sudbourne Primary School

Outstanding329 pupils0.6 km
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Effra Nursery School and Children's Centre

Good100 pupils0.7 km
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Elm Court School

Outstanding140 pupils0.7 km
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Holmewood Nursery School

Outstanding130 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Effra Road Social0.4 km
  • Prince Of Wales0.6 km
  • BrewDog0.9 km
  • Prince Albert0.9 km
  • Satay Bar0.9 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

74 nearby
  • Adams0.1 km
  • Cafe On The Hill0.1 km
  • Cafe Tana0.1 km
  • Stars Square0.4 km
  • Bebs Kitchen0.8 km
  • + 69 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

37 nearby
  • Fish Lounge0.1 km
  • Il Sovrano0.4 km
  • Mojo Kitchen0.4 km
  • Morleys0.1 km
  • Pizza Brixton0.1 km
  • + 32 more
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Retailers - Other

72 nearby
  • Absar Food Express0.8 km
  • Atlantic Breeze1.0 km
  • A. M. Quality Halal Meats1.0 km
  • Baadoow Ltd0.8 km
  • Costcutter0.8 km
  • + 67 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brixton1.1 km
  • Herne Hill1.2 km
  • Clapham High Street1.6 km