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Streatham Common & Vale

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About

Streatham Common & Vale is a residential ward in the London Borough of Lambeth, located in the southern part of the city. The area is known for its green spaces, including the expansive Streatham Common, which offers walking paths, sports facilities, and seasonal events. The ward also includes parts of the Rookery, a landscaped garden with historical features. Housing ranges from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to modern apartments, catering to a mix of families and professionals.

Transport links are convenient, with Streatham Common railway station providing direct services to central London and surrounding areas. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and supermarkets along Streatham High Road. The ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with schools, libraries, and leisure centres serving residents. While quieter than central Lambeth, it retains good connectivity to busier areas like Brixton and Clapham.

Area overview

On average Streatham Common & Vale has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 82 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Streatham Common & Vale is £60,687 per year. There are 4 schools in Streatham Common & Vale: 4 primary (3 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
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
82
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
17.6%
Connectivity
6/10

Area Profile

Streatham Common & Vale Population
17,659
Population density
9,083.4 per km²

Demographics

British
5,458
30.91%
Other White
3,152
17.85%
Caribbean
1,688
9.56%
African
1,638
9.28%
Other
859
4.86%
Total population: 17,660

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,968
29.67%
Owns with a mortgage
1,849
27.88%
Owns outright
1,409
21.24%
Other social rented
645
9.72%
Social rents from council
516
7.78%
Total households: 6,633

Property prices in Streatham Common & Vale

Based on 145 recent sales, the median property price is £563,000 in Streatham Common & Vale area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £2,075,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£973,750
Flats63£357,000
Semi-Detached19£925,000
Terraced57£670,000

10 years price trend in Streatham Common & Vale

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Data Sources

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