DA8 is a postcode district in Bexley, London, covering 627 active and 320 retired postcodes.
The largest share of DA8 (35%) is characterised by a commuter suburb with lots of young families, good transport links, alongside a deprived but culturally rich area with significant ethnic diversity (9%). This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes DA8 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in DA8 are around £365k, up 7.4% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across DA8 at 278 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. With an average age of 38, DA8 has a young professional to mixed-family community — active, with a healthy balance of renters and owner-occupiers.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full DA8 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
DA8 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the DA8 postcode area.
37,725
38
£ 47,750 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 53% owner-occupation and average age 38, DA8 has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £365k. Property prices are trending up 7.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
Northumberland Heath Primary School
Peareswood Primary School
Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School
Barnehurst Infant School
Barnehurst Junior School
St. Paul's (Slade Green) Church of England Primary School
King Henry School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
51 nearby- Londis
- Slimming World Franchise
- Bexley AC Tuck Shop
- Aglory Cash & Carry
- Anell Foods
- + 46 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Angel Hill Cafe At Ocado
- Atalian Servest Food Company
- Basil's@ Re-Instate
- Costa
- Erith Yacht Club
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Farmfoods
- Morrisons
- Tesco
- Tesco
Takeaway Shop
33 nearby- BP ERITH
- Deelish
- Afishionados
- Beijing Takeaway
- Belmont Balti House
- + 28 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Running Horses
- Cafe Vita At Erith Leisure Centre
- Corner Pin PH
- Erith Rugby Football Club
- Erith Veterans Club
- + 7 more
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Area Profile: DA8 · Data under Open Government Licence