Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

MEADSIDE CLOSE, BR3 1EP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEADSIDE CLOSE, BR3 1EP.

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Population

324

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 67,600 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BR3 1EP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

BR3 1EP is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £370k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

BR3 1EP is a safe, established residential area on Meadside Close, 0.8km from Elmers End in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Penge & Cator ward and the Lewisham West and Penge constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a independent professional metro services zone — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.

Census 2021 statistics for BR3 1EP are sourced from Output Area E00003922 (shared with 10 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 1EP. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.1%
Asian / British Asian4.4%
Black / African / Caribbean8.1%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 332,500

2 sales · Mean £ 332,500

Terraced

£ 397,500

3 sales · Mean £ 413,166

Semi-Detached

£ 410,000

1 sales · Mean £ 410,000

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

BR3 1EP has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences64
Shoplifting50
Vehicle crime42
Anti-social behaviour40
Criminal damage and arson20

school Local Schools

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Harris Primary Academy Kent House

Outstanding388 pupils0.4 km
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Alexandra Infant School

Good185 pupils0.5 km
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Churchfields Primary School

Good492 pupils0.5 km
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Balgowan Primary School

Good626 pupils0.8 km
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Harris Girls Academy Bromley

Outstanding1027 pupils0.8 km
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St John's Church of England Primary School

Good155 pupils1.0 km
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St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School

Good159 pupils1.1 km
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Alexandra Junior School

Good229 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

44 nearby
  • Jaayk First Choice Convenience1.0 km
  • Beckenham Food And Wine0.9 km
  • Dena0.9 km
  • News Co1.0 km
  • Beckenham Cellar0.9 km
  • + 39 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

41 nearby
  • Kent House Coffee & Flowers0.3 km
  • Novi & Co0.8 km
  • Tiya's Cafe0.9 km
  • Beacon Bite0.9 km
  • Kathmandu Masala0.9 km
  • + 36 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Iceland0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Mega Saver0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Tesco ExpressStore No 30680.4 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

25 nearby
  • Blue Belle / Daisy Catering0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Favorite Fried Chicken0.9 km
  • Favorite Fried Chicken0.9 km
  • John's Kitchen0.2 km
  • + 20 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Melrose House0.9 km
  • Travelodge0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Conservative Club - Bar0.3 km
  • HSBC Sports And Social Club1.0 km
  • Alexandra Public House0.8 km
  • Moon And Stars0.6 km
  • South East London Masonic Club0.7 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Clock House0.2 km
  • Kent House0.3 km
  • New Beckenham1.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Beckenham Road Tram Stop0.1 km
  • Beckenham Road Tram Stop0.1 km
  • Clock House Rail Station0.3 km
  • Kent House Rail Station0.3 km