BR8 7BF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.4km from Stonehill Green in Swanley. Administratively it sits within Swanley White Oak ward and the Sevenoaks constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BR8 7BF is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BR8 7BF are sourced from Output Area E00124258 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BR8 7BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BR8 7BF.
305
36
£ 44,100 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR8 7BF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BR8 7BF has a significant social housing presence — 68% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR8 7BF. The average age is 36.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BR8 7BF has low crime rates — 43 incidents 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
Horizon Primary Academy
St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley
Orchards Academy
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
High Firs Primary School
Downsview Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Londis0.9 km
- Poundland0.6 km
- Savers Health And Beauty0.7 km
- Swanley Mini Market0.8 km
- Swanley Service Station0.6 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lullingstone Castle0.8 km
- The Cotton Mill0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Blue Harbour Restaurant0.6 km
- Jaz's Park Road Cafe0.9 km
- Lemon & Thyme Catering0.2 km
- Motties0.6 km
- Namaste Swanley!0.8 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.6 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Iceland0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Ali's Plaice0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- KFC0.6 km
- Magic Wok0.8 km
- Shishly Grill And Meze0.6 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swanley0.9 km
- St Mary Cray4.4 km
- Farningham Road4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Garrolds Close0.1 km
- Garrolds Close0.1 km
- Lesley Close0.1 km
- Shurlock Avenue0.2 km
- Lesley Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BR87BF · Data under Open Government Licence