BR8 7AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on White Oak Square in Swanley. Administratively it sits within Swanley White Oak ward and the Sevenoaks constituency.
For families considering a move, BR8 7AG represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An established, mature community with an average age of 61 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 93 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for BR8 7AG are sourced from Output Area E00124264 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WHITE OAK SQUARE, BR8 7AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITE OAK SQUARE, BR8 7AG.
155
61
£ 44,100 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BR8 7AG is a settled retirement community — average age 61, 79% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 61).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR8 7AG. The average age is 61.3. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BR8 7AG is above average at 93 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley
Orchards Academy
Horizon Primary Academy
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
High Firs Primary School
Downsview Community Primary School
Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy
Crockenhill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Londis0.6 km
- Poundland0.3 km
- Savers Health And Beauty0.3 km
- Swanley Mini Market0.5 km
- Swanley Service Station0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lullingstone Castle0.5 km
- The Cotton Mill0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Blue Harbour Restaurant0.3 km
- Christ Church Centre0.8 km
- Jaz's Park Road Cafe0.5 km
- Lemon & Thyme Catering0.3 km
- Motties0.2 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.2 km
- Aldi0.4 km
- Iceland0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Ali's Plaice0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- KFC0.2 km
- Magic Wok0.4 km
- Shishly Grill And Meze0.2 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swanley0.7 km
- Farningham Road4.4 km
- St Mary Cray4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Orchards Academy0.2 km
- Asda0.2 km
- Bartholomew Way Asda0.2 km
- Orchards Academy0.2 km
- Lesley Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BR87AG · Data under Open Government Licence