Postcode Analysis Sevenoaks, South East

ALEXANDRA CLOSE, BR8 7BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALEXANDRA CLOSE, BR8 7BS.

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Population

339

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British84.2%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean7.0%
Other / Mixed6.7%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences110
Anti-social behaviour43
Criminal damage and arson31
Other theft20
Drugs13

school Local Schools

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St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley

Good333 pupils0.2 km
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Horizon Primary Academy

Good199 pupils0.3 km
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Orchards Academy

Good575 pupils0.7 km
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Downsview Community Primary School

Good193 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good229 pupils0.8 km
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High Firs Primary School

Good203 pupils1.0 km
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Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy

Good123 pupils1.3 km
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Hextable Primary School

Good580 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Lullingstone Castle0.6 km
  • The Cotton Mill0.6 km
restaurant

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
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Asda0.4 km
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
fastfood

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