BR2 0AL is a sought-after residential area on Bromley Road, 0.6km from Bromley Park in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Shortlands & Park Langley ward and the Beckenham constituency.
This 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. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for BR2 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00003478 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROMLEY ROAD, BR2 0AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROMLEY ROAD, BR2 0AL.
249
36
£ 67,000 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR2 0AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
BR2 0AL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 40% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR2 0AL. The average age is 35.6. 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)
BR2 0AL has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harris Primary Academy Shortlands
Valley Primary School
Highfield Infants' School
Clare House Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
Highfield Junior School
Parish Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Mr Simms0.6 km
- Aswi Newsagents0.2 km
- Bromley Picturehouse0.9 km
- Mixta0.9 km
- Polo Market - Polish Delicatessen1.0 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Metropolis0.9 km
- Shortlands Golf Club0.2 km
- United Service Club0.8 km
- Barrel & Horn1.0 km
- The Greyhound1.0 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Blue Harbour Restaurant0.9 km
- Texas Jacks0.9 km
- Sanxia Renjia0.9 km
- Bowl O Pho0.9 km
- Diners Inn1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Fu Do0.3 km
- Montagu's Sushi0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- The Village Fish And Chips0.3 km
- Ezo BBQ0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shortlands0.3 km
- Ravensbourne0.9 km
- Bromley North1.3 km
Bus Stops
- Shortlands Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BR20AL · Data under Open Government Licence