How deprived is Clapham South?

Deprivation score 5/10 (rank 17802 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Clapham South?

Based on 105 recent sales, the median price is £815,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What home types are most common in Clapham South?

Housing mix: converted/shared house (inc hmo) 29.6%, terraced 28.6%.

How safe is Clapham South?

Crime level in Clapham South is moderate with about 75 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in Clapham South?

There are 3,079 households in Clapham South

How much social housing is near Clapham South?

About 17.0% across the Clapham South area.

What are prices by property type in Clapham South?

Latest medians: Detached £2,575,000, Semi-detached £2,478,750, Terraced £1,790,000, Flats £625,000.

What's the Clapham South population and density?

Clapham South population is 7,717 with density 8353.5 per km².

What's the average income in Clapham South?

Average resident income is about £90,700 per year.

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Q: What schools in Clapham South and how are they rated?

There are 2 schools in Clapham South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / London / Lambeth / Clapham South

About

Clapham South is a residential area in the London Borough of Lambeth, known for its mix of housing styles, from Victorian terraces to modern apartment blocks. The area is well-connected, with Clapham South Underground station providing access to the Northern line, making central London easily reachable. Nearby green spaces like Clapham Common offer open areas for recreation and community events.

The area has a range of local shops, cafes, and pubs, catering to everyday needs. Clapham South is close to Balham and Clapham Junction, providing additional shopping and transport options. The neighbourhood has a mix of long-term residents and younger professionals, drawn by its balance of convenience and quieter streets. Schools and amenities are within easy reach, making it a practical choice for families.

Area overview

On average Clapham South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Clapham South is £90,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Clapham South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

10/10

Social housing

17%

Connectivity

5/10

Area Profile

Clapham South Population

7,717

Population density

8,353.5 per km²

Demographics

British

4,468

57.9%

Other White

1,202

15.58%

Caribbean

286

3.71%

Irish

260

3.37%

African

244

3.16%

Total population: 7,717

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

974

31.61%

Private landlord or letting agency

966

31.35%

Owns outright

583

18.92%

Social rents from council

298

9.67%

Other social rented

164

5.32%

Total households: 3,081

Property prices in Clapham South

Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £815,000 in Clapham South area, with individual transactions ranging from £270,000 up to £3,360,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£2,575,000	£2,057,500	£2,287,500	£2,862,500	£3,092,500
Flats	65	£625,000	£353,100	£467,500	£786,000	£995,000
Semi-Detached	10	£2,478,750	£1,211,500	£2,032,500	£2,672,500	£3,198,000
Terraced	28	£1,790,000	£833,750	£1,467,500	£2,020,000	£2,402,250

10 years price trend in Clapham South

All postcodes in Clapham South

SW48DN

Patio Close

SW48AR

Crescent Lane

SW48HZ

Patio Close

SW48QR

Elms Crescent

SW49JL

Abbeville Road

SW49NF

Abbeville Road

SW49NQ

Abbeville Road

SW48JG

Rathmell Drive

SW49DX

Clapham South

SW49JN

Abbeville Road

SW48JQ

Rathmell Drive

SW49DT

Clapham South

SW49EF

Hambalt Road

SW49HX

Cautley Avenue

SW49JJ

Abbeville Road

SW49QZ

Worsopp Drive

SW129PE

Joseph Powell Close

SW48AE

Rodenhurst Road

SW48AF

Rodenhurst Road

SW48JJ

Bateman Mews

SW49DP

Clapham South

SW48JS

Patio Close

SW48QY

Elms Crescent

SW49BT

Clapham South

SW49DE

Windmill Drive

SW49EG

Hambalt Road

SW49FL

Clapham South

SW49DF

Clapham South

SW48QZ

Elms Crescent

SW49HH

Lessar Avenue

SW49HY

Klea Avenue

SW49NE

Abbeville Road

SW49NH

Abbeville Road

SW49PT

Crescent Lane

SW49RH

Crescent Lane

SW49LB

Bonneville Gardens

SW48QS

Elms Crescent

SW48QE

Elms Crescent

SW49HL

Lessar Avenue

SW49JS

Hambalt Road

SW49NG

Abbeville Road

SW49DW

Englewood Road

SW49EJ

Hambalt Road

SW49PJ

Briarwood Road

SW120DE

Clapham South

SW49DQ

Cautley Avenue

SW48QX

Elms Crescent

SW49HQ

Lessar Avenue

SW49RG

Allnutt Way

SW120DG

Clapham South

SW49DL

Clapham South

SW49BP

Shaftesbury Mews

SW49HZ

Klea Avenue

SW48JE

Patio Close

SW48QU

Elms Crescent

SW49LG

Narbonne Avenue

SW49LR

Abbeville Road

SW49LZ

Caldervale Road

SW49NA

Abbeville Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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