Enhanced Covid-19 testing following the detection of the Covid-19 strain first identified in South Africa

Public Health England have identified an isolated case of the Covid-19 strain first identified in South Africa in the West Norwood area. As a result, Lambeth Council are asking residents living and working in a small area including part of West Norwood and some streets in Streatham to get an enhanced Covid-19 test this week, whether they have symptoms or not. This will help us to slow the spread of the virus and save lives.
Post codes affected
Most homes in the following post code areas need to get a Covid-19 test:
- SE27 0
- SE27 9
- SW16 2
Follow the link below to check if you are in the enhanced testing area.
How to get a test
Starting tomorrow, February 10th, Lambeth Council teams will be going door to door to deliver test kits to people who are at home. If you are leaving home for work, you can book a test at a mobile testing unit in the local area.
To find out more, check if you’re in the enhanced testing area or book a test please visit the Lambeth council website.