Is BR2 6AY a safe place to live?

Yes, BR2 6AY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 19 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BR2 6AY?

The population for the BR2 6AY area is approximately 210 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

NORTH POLE LANE, BR2 6AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH POLE LANE, BR2 6AY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

210

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 65,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BR2 6AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10

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6/10

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5/10

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7/10

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1/10

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10/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BR2 6AY's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BR2 6AY is a sought-after residential area on North Pole Lane, 0.1km from Nash in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Hayes & Coney Hall ward and the Beckenham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BR2, BR2 6AY offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 86% 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 19 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 6AY are sourced from Output Area E00003725 (shared with 13 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 BR2 6AY. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.8%

Asian / British Asian1.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.5%

Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

BR2 6AY has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Wickham Common Primary School

Good415 pupils1.0 km

Keston Church of England Primary School

Good175 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Fox0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hayes (Kent)2.1 km
West Wickham3.4 km
Eden Park4.7 km