Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

ELMLEE CLOSE, BR7 5DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMLEE CLOSE, BR7 5DU.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 72,400 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BR7 5DU 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.

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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BR7 5DU combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£1.0M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £1.0M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

BR7 5DU is a sought-after residential area on Elmlee Close, 0.5km from Lower Camden in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Chislehurst ward and the Bromley and Chislehurst constituency.

For serious buyers, BR7 5DU is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 92% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.0M. 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 BR7 5DU are sourced from Output Area E00003365 (shared with 7 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 BR7 5DU. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.0%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean2.8%
Other / Mixed5.4%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 907,500

4 sales · Mean £ 892,500

Detached

£ 892,000

6 sales · Mean £ 922,666

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

BR7 5DU has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences15
Vehicle crime13
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order7
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Red Hill Primary School

Good698 pupils0.8 km
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Elmstead Wood Primary School

Good324 pupils1.0 km
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Bullers Wood School

Outstanding1581 pupils1.1 km
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Montbelle Primary School

Good451 pupils1.2 km
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Mead Road Infant School

Outstanding82 pupils1.3 km
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Ravensworth Primary School

Good286 pupils1.3 km
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Good219 pupils1.3 km
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Edgebury Primary School

Good385 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Marlborough Bakery Chislehurst @ Burlington Food Hall0.9 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Bellissima Balloons0.6 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse1.0 km
  • Pauls Newsagent0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Ginger & Spices0.9 km
  • Chislehurst Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Nene Cafe & Bistro0.9 km
  • Shaon Restaurant0.9 km
  • Cinnamon Culture0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Noble House Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Sushi Gourmet0.9 km
  • Rooted Juice And Coffee Bar0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Elmstead Woods0.7 km
  • Chislehurst1.5 km
  • Bickley2.1 km