BR5 1AT is a sought-after residential area on Woodhurst Avenue, 0.8km from Petts Wood in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Petts Wood & Knoll ward and the Orpington constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BR5, BR5 1AT offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 94% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £765k. 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 BR5 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00003949 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODHURST AVENUE, BR5 1AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODHURST AVENUE, BR5 1AT.
381
45
£ 65,100 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR5 1AT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BR5 1AT's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £765k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £765k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR5 1AT. The average age is 44.6. 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 settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 753,500
8 sales · Mean £ 724,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BR5 1AT has low crime rates — 20 incidents 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
St James' Roman Catholic Primary School
Crofton Junior School
Crofton Infant School
Southborough Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Crofton Convenience Store / Premier1.0 km
- Gossage0.6 km
- Card Factory0.4 km
- Cook0.7 km
- Costcutter0.5 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Coral Sea0.4 km
- Daylight Inn0.6 km
- One Inn The Wood - Micro Pub0.6 km
- The Sovereign Of The Seas0.5 km
- Vault And Vine0.6 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Aqua Bar & Grill0.6 km
- Bella Vita Deli0.4 km
- Cyprianis0.7 km
- Elliott's - Fresh Brew0.5 km
- Harvester - Crooked Billet1.0 km
- + 23 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Petts Wood Kebab House0.5 km
- Britannia Fish Bar0.4 km
- Fab Kebab0.7 km
- Kebab Pit0.4 km
- Papa John's Pizza0.6 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrisons0.5 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Petts Wood0.6 km
- Orpington1.9 km
- Chislehurst2.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BR51AT · Data under Open Government Licence