Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

THE DRIVE, BR3 1EE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIVE, BR3 1EE.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 63,800 /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: BR3 1EE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BR3 1EE's low deprivation rank, 64% ownership, and £836k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £836k. Property prices are trending down 14.9% year-on-year.

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

BR3 1EE is a well-regarded residential area on The Drive, 0.6km from Beckenham in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Beckenham Town & Copers Cope ward and the Beckenham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 97 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £836k, down 14.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BR3 1EE are sourced from Output Area E00003474 (shared with 17 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 BR3 1EE. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British71.8%
Asian / British Asian11.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.8%
Other / Mixed14.1%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 753,750

10 sales · Mean £ 755,800

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

Crime around BR3 1EE is above average at 97 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.

Anti-social behaviour135
Violence and sexual offences128
Shoplifting114
Public order52
Other theft41

school Local Schools

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Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green

Good190 pupils0.4 km
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Balgowan Primary School

Good626 pupils0.8 km
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Worsley Bridge Primary School

Good378 pupils0.9 km
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Harris Primary Academy Beckenham

Outstanding404 pupils1.0 km
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Harris Academy Beckenham

Outstanding1135 pupils1.0 km
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Clare House Primary School

Outstanding426 pupils1.2 km
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Churchfields Primary School

Good492 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good411 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Jolly Woodman0.8 km
  • Beckenham Sports Club0.9 km
  • Coach And Horses0.3 km
  • Patrick's0.4 km
  • Time Kent0.6 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

59 nearby
  • In2 Papadam0.9 km
  • Park Cafe0.5 km
  • ASK Italian0.4 km
  • Caffe Nero0.1 km
  • Deli Nene0.3 km
  • + 54 more
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Retailers - Other

34 nearby
  • Jaayk First Choice Convenience0.1 km
  • Beckenham Food And Wine0.3 km
  • Beckenham Off Licence0.8 km
  • Beckenham Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Beckenham Pharmacy0.3 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Lidl0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Waitrose0.6 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Favorite Fried Chicken0.2 km
  • Rocket Pizza0.7 km
  • Sonia Dor0.8 km
  • Star Shine1.0 km
  • Subway - Beckenham0.1 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Goodwood Hotel0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Beckenham Junction0.4 km
  • Clock House0.8 km
  • New Beckenham1.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Beckenham Junction Tram Stop0.4 km
  • Beckenham Junction Tram Stop0.4 km
  • Beckenham Junction Tram Stop0.4 km
  • Beckenham Junction Rail Station0.4 km
  • Beckenham Junction Rail Station0.4 km