BR3 1DX is a well-regarded residential area located 0.6km from Beckenham in Bromley. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Beckenham Town & Copers Cope ward and the Beckenham constituency.
The people who live in BR3 1DX are typical of 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. Outside of residential hours, major retail centres of national and regional significance. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 96 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for BR3 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00003480 (shared with 34 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BR3 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BR3 1DX.
504
34
£ 63,800 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR3 1DX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BR3 1DX spans multiple life stages — average age 34, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (34) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR3 1DX. The average age is 33.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BR3 1DX is above average at 96 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green
Balgowan Primary School
Harris Primary Academy Beckenham
Harris Academy Beckenham
Worsley Bridge Primary School
Clare House Primary School
Churchfields Primary School
Eden Park High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
37 nearby- Langley Pharmacy1.0 km
- Jaayk First Choice Convenience0.1 km
- Beckenham Food And Wine0.2 km
- Beckenham Off Licence0.8 km
- Beckenham Pharmacy0.1 km
- + 32 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Jolly Woodman0.7 km
- Beckenham Sports Club1.0 km
- Coach And Horses0.2 km
- Patrick's0.5 km
- Time Kent0.7 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
62 nearby- In2 Papadam0.9 km
- Park Cafe0.4 km
- ASK Italian0.4 km
- Caffe Nero0.1 km
- Daisy Grey - Beckenham1.0 km
- + 57 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Lidl0.1 km
- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Waitrose0.7 km
- Marks & Spencer0.4 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Favorite Fried Chicken0.1 km
- Rocket Pizza0.7 km
- Sonia Dor0.8 km
- Subway - Beckenham0.1 km
- Burger Guys/Wings & Tings/Food Hub/Seoul Chicken/PapiTaco0.8 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Goodwood Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Beckenham Junction0.6 km
- Clock House0.9 km
- New Beckenham1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Beckenham Junction Tram Stop0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BR31DX · Data under Open Government Licence