Is BR2 8BZ a safe place to live?

Yes, BR2 8BZ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 30 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BR2 8BZ?

The average property price in BR2 8BZ is currently around £497k.

What is the population of BR2 8BZ?

The population for the BR2 8BZ area is approximately 386 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

LABURNUM WAY, BR2 8BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LABURNUM WAY, BR2 8BZ.

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Population

386

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10

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7/10

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5/10

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6/10

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6/10

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7/10

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4/10

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7/10

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6/10

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Area Character

BR2 8BZ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £497k, 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 5.8% year-on-year.

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

BR2 8BZ is a safe, established residential area on Laburnum Way, 0.5km from Blackbrook in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Bromley Common & Holwood ward and the Beckenham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BR2, BR2 8BZ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% 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 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £497k, up 5.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BR2 8BZ are sourced from Output Area E00003211 (shared with 5 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 8BZ. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British82.3%

Asian / British Asian9.1%

Black / African / Caribbean4.2%

Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 510,000

6 sales · Mean £ 484,166

Terraced

£ 420,000

3 sales · Mean £ 422,666

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

BR2 8BZ has low crime rates — 30 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.

Violence and sexual offences30

Anti-social behaviour24

Criminal damage and arson14

Vehicle crime14

Drugs8

school Local Schools

St James' Roman Catholic Primary School

Outstanding218 pupils0.8 km

Southborough Primary School

Good403 pupils0.8 km

Bishop Justus CofE School

Good1350 pupils1.1 km

Trinity Church of England Primary School

Good384 pupils1.2 km

Crofton Junior School

Outstanding708 pupils1.2 km

Crofton Infant School

Outstanding596 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Harvester - Crooked Billet0.8 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Old Bromleians Football Club0.9 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

One Stop0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Petts Wood1.2 km
Bickley2.2 km
Orpington2.3 km