BR8 7BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Alexandra Close, 1.4km from Hextable in Swanley. Administratively it sits within Swanley White Oak ward and the Sevenoaks constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BR8 7BS is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £325k.
Census 2021 statistics for BR8 7BS are sourced from Output Area E00124247 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALEXANDRA CLOSE, BR8 7BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALEXANDRA CLOSE, BR8 7BS.
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£ 44,100 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BR8 7BS has a significant social housing presence — 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 33-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR8 7BS. The average age is 32.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 325,000
3 sales · Mean £ 341,416
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BR8 7BS is moderate at 61 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
Horizon Primary Academy
Orchards Academy
Downsview Community Primary School
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
High Firs Primary School
Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy
Hextable Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Londis0.9 km
- Poundland0.5 km
- Savers Health And Beauty0.5 km
- Swanley Mini Market0.7 km
- Swanley Service Station1.0 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lullingstone Castle0.6 km
- The Cotton Mill0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Blue Harbour Restaurant0.5 km
- Christ Church Centre0.7 km
- Jaz's Park Road Cafe0.6 km
- Lemon & Thyme Catering0.3 km
- Motties0.5 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.4 km
- Aldi0.8 km
- Iceland0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Ali's Plaice0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- KFC0.5 km
- Magic Wok0.7 km
- Shishly Grill And Meze0.5 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swanley1.1 km
- Farningham Road4.2 km
- Eynsford4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Moreton Close0.1 km
- Bonney Way0.1 km
- Bonney Way0.1 km
- Northview0.2 km
- Northview0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BR87BS · Data under Open Government Licence