Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

BR1 1HU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BR1 1HU.

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Population

244

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 69,600 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BR1 1HU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BR1 1HU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 43% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BR1 1HU is a well-regarded residential area located 0.6km from New Bromley in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Bromley Town ward and the Bromley and Chislehurst constituency.

For renters and young professionals, BR1 1HU offers 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. The daytime character shifts — big city services, with accommodation and food. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 55% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bromley. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (274 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for BR1 1HU are sourced from Output Area E00003236 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR1 1HU. The average age is 37.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British61.2%
Asian / British Asian20.0%
Black / African / Caribbean6.9%
Other / Mixed11.8%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 2%
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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 rates near BR1 1HU are high at 274 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting362
Violence and sexual offences313
Anti-social behaviour185
Drugs149
Public order118

school Local Schools

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St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Good397 pupils0.4 km
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Valley Primary School

Good433 pupils0.7 km
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Highfield Infants' School

Outstanding269 pupils0.9 km
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Harris Primary Academy Shortlands

Outstanding363 pupils0.9 km
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The Ravensbourne School

Good1470 pupils1.0 km
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Bromley Trust Alternative Provision Academy

Good38 pupils1.1 km
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La Fontaine Academy

Good401 pupils1.1 km
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Bickley Primary School

Good412 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

55 nearby
  • Mall News0.1 km
  • Bromley Express0.2 km
  • Greggs0.2 km
  • Oxfam0.2 km
  • Bromley Off Licence Gadgets & Vapes0.2 km
  • + 50 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Premier Inn / Thyme Restaurant0.3 km
  • Travelodge0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

80 nearby
  • Creams Cafe0.1 km
  • GAIL's0.1 km
  • Nick's Cafe0.1 km
  • Olive Tree Cafe0.2 km
  • Pizza Express0.3 km
  • + 75 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Waitrose0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.1 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Subway0.2 km
  • Auntie Anne's0.2 km
  • Beezoo Espresso Bar Ltd0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Mai Sushi0.2 km
  • + 19 more
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Pub, NightClub

22 nearby
  • Barrel & Horn0.4 km
  • Crepeaffaire0.4 km
  • Railway Tavern0.6 km
  • The Greyhound0.5 km
  • Vu Vu Club0.6 km
  • + 17 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bromley South0.3 km
  • Bromley North0.8 km
  • Shortlands0.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Bromley South Rail Station0.3 km