BR2 0BP is a sought-after residential area on Ravensbourne Avenue, 0.5km from Bromley Park in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Shortlands & Park Langley ward and the Bromley and Chislehurst constituency.
For serious buyers, BR2 0BP is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £780k. 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 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00003244 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAVENSBOURNE AVENUE, BR2 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAVENSBOURNE AVENUE, BR2 0BP.
280
39
£ 67,000 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR2 0BP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BR2 0BP combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£780k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £780k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR2 0BP. The average age is 39.2. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 765,000
11 sales · Mean £ 771,454
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BR2 0BP has low crime rates — 20 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
Valley Primary School
Harris Primary Academy Shortlands
Highfield Infants' School
Clare House Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Parish Church of England Primary School
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
Highfield Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Mr Simms0.5 km
- Aswi Newsagents0.3 km
- Bromley Picturehouse0.9 km
- Mixta0.9 km
- Polo Market - Polish Delicatessen0.9 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bromley Court Hotel1.0 km
- Travelodge0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Metropolis0.8 km
- Shortlands Golf Club0.2 km
- United Service Club0.7 km
- Barrel & Horn0.9 km
- The Greyhound0.9 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Blue Harbour Restaurant0.8 km
- Texas Jacks0.9 km
- Havet1.0 km
- Sanxia Renjia0.9 km
- Bowl O Pho0.9 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Fu Do0.3 km
- Montagu's Sushi0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- The Village Fish And Chips0.3 km
- Ezo BBQ0.8 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shortlands0.3 km
- Ravensbourne0.8 km
- Bromley North1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Shortlands Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BR20BP · Data under Open Government Licence