Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

RAVENSBOURNE ROAD, BR1 1HW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAVENSBOURNE ROAD, BR1 1HW.

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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 1HW 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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3/10
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Area Character

BR1 1HW 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. Property prices average £308k. Property prices are trending up 14.4% year-on-year.

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

BR1 1HW is a well-regarded residential area on Ravensbourne Road, 0.7km from Shortlands in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Bromley Town ward and the Bromley and Chislehurst constituency.

For renters and young professionals, BR1 1HW 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. During the day, big city services, with accommodation and food. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 (207 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £308k, up 14.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BR1 1HW 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 1HW. 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.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 312,500

13 sales · Mean £ 316,346

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near BR1 1HW are high at 207 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.

Shoplifting353
Violence and sexual offences247
Anti-social behaviour145
Drugs126
Public order100

school Local Schools

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St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Good397 pupils0.2 km
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Valley Primary School

Good433 pupils0.7 km
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Highfield Infants' School

Outstanding269 pupils0.8 km
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Harris Primary Academy Shortlands

Outstanding363 pupils0.8 km
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The Ravensbourne School

Good1470 pupils0.9 km
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Highfield Junior School

Good363 pupils1.0 km
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Bromley Trust Alternative Provision Academy

Good38 pupils1.0 km
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Bickley Primary School

Good412 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

55 nearby
  • Mall News0.3 km
  • Bromley Express0.3 km
  • Greggs0.3 km
  • Oxfam0.2 km
  • Bromley Off Licence Gadgets & Vapes0.2 km
  • + 50 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Premier Inn / Thyme Restaurant0.2 km
  • Travelodge1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

79 nearby
  • Creams Cafe0.3 km
  • GAIL's0.2 km
  • Nick's Cafe0.3 km
  • Olive Tree Cafe0.2 km
  • Pizza Express0.2 km
  • + 74 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Waitrose0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

23 nearby
  • Subway0.2 km
  • Auntie Anne's0.4 km
  • Beezoo Espresso Bar Ltd0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Mai Sushi0.3 km
  • + 18 more
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Pub, NightClub

21 nearby
  • Crown Of Bromley1.0 km
  • Barrel & Horn0.6 km
  • Crepeaffaire0.5 km
  • Railway Tavern0.7 km
  • The Greyhound0.6 km
  • + 16 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bromley South0.4 km
  • Shortlands0.9 km
  • Bromley North0.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Bromley South Rail Station0.3 km