Postcode Analysis Sevenoaks, South East

BIRCHWOOD PARK AVENUE, BR8 7AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCHWOOD PARK AVENUE, BR8 7AT.

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Population

245

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

BR8 7AT is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £510k, 80% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £510k.

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

BR8 7AT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Birchwood Park Avenue in Swanley. Administratively it sits within Swanley White Oak ward and the Sevenoaks constituency.

For serious buyers, BR8 7AT is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a multiethnic urban high streets zone — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 45) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 92 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £510k.

Census 2021 statistics for BR8 7AT are sourced from Output Area E00124248 (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 BR8 7AT. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean9.5%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 540,000

2 sales · Mean £ 540,000

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

Crime around BR8 7AT is above average at 92 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.

Violence and sexual offences118
Anti-social behaviour82
Shoplifting62
Criminal damage and arson29
Drugs20

school Local Schools

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St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley

Good333 pupils0.2 km
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Orchards Academy

Good575 pupils0.5 km
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Horizon Primary Academy

Good199 pupils0.5 km
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Downsview Community Primary School

Good193 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good229 pupils0.6 km
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High Firs Primary School

Good203 pupils0.6 km
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Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy

Good123 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Londis0.7 km
  • Poundland0.2 km
  • Savers Health And Beauty0.2 km
  • Stantons Newsagent1.0 km
  • Swanley Mini Market0.3 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Lullingstone Castle0.3 km
  • The Cotton Mill0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Blue Harbour Restaurant0.2 km
  • Christ Church Centre0.5 km
  • Jaz's Park Road Cafe0.2 km
  • Lemon & Thyme Catering0.5 km
  • Motties0.2 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Asda0.1 km
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • Iceland0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Ali's Plaice0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • KFC0.2 km
  • Magic Wok0.3 km
  • Shishly Grill And Meze0.2 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swanley0.8 km
  • Farningham Road4.2 km
  • Eynsford4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Bartholomew Way Asda0.1 km
  • Bartholomew Way Asda0.1 km
  • Lullingstone Avenue0.2 km
  • Asda0.2 km
  • High Street0.2 km