BR1 1DL is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Farwig in Bromley. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Bromley Town ward and the Bromley and Chislehurst constituency.
BR1 1DL is 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a regional business centres zone — business quarters in major regional cities. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 96 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for BR1 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00003251 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BR1 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BR1 1DL.
398
38
£ 60,000 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR1 1DL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
BR1 1DL is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR1 1DL. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BR1 1DL is above average at 96 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Valley Primary School
Parish Church of England Primary School
Harris Primary Academy Shortlands
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Highfield Infants' School
Burnt Ash Primary School
Scotts Park Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
56 nearby- Mall News0.9 km
- Bubble Ci Tea0.7 km
- Hotel Chocolat0.8 km
- Card Factory0.7 km
- Lolas Cupcakes0.7 km
- + 51 more
Restaurant, Cafe
72 nearby- Creams Cafe0.9 km
- GAIL's0.8 km
- Nick's Cafe0.9 km
- Pret A Manger0.8 km
- Smoque0.9 km
- + 67 more
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Auntie Anne's0.7 km
- Mai Sushi0.7 km
- Ezo BBQ0.3 km
- Seven Stars Kebab0.1 km
- Fu Do0.6 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Churchill Theatre0.7 km
- Crown And Anchor0.8 km
- Metropolis0.3 km
- O'Neills0.5 km
- Shortlands Golf Club0.6 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Avis Hotel1.0 km
- Travelodge0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bromley North0.5 km
- Shortlands0.6 km
- Sundridge Park0.9 km
Bus Stops
- Bromley North Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BR11DL · Data under Open Government Licence