DA16 1AZ is a safe, established residential area on Denton Road, 0.2km from Bostall Woods in Bexley. Administratively it sits within West Heath ward and the Bexleyheath and Crayford constituency.
For families considering a move, DA16 1AZ represents a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £412k.
Census 2021 statistics for DA16 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00002228 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DENTON ROAD, DA16 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DENTON ROAD, DA16 1AZ.
381
38
£ 59,100 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DA16 1AZ spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. £412k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA16 1AZ. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 520,000
1 sales · Mean £ 520,000
Semi-Detached
£ 372,000
5 sales · Mean £ 414,200
Flat
£ 161,500
1 sales · Mean £ 161,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA16 1AZ has low crime rates — 22 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
Hillsgrove Primary School
St Michael's East Wickham Church of England Primary School
Welling School
Bedonwell Junior School
Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School
Abbey Wood Nursery School
Alexander McLeod Primary School
Brampton Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Premier S&A Convenience0.8 km
- Wrotham Road Post Office/Battell0.8 km
- Lessness Stores0.7 km
- Best-One1.0 km
- Longleigh Convenience Store0.3 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Twins Cafe0.8 km
- Chestnuts Kiosk Limited0.4 km
- Bramptons Sandwich Bar1.0 km
- New Hing Loong1.0 km
- Royal Cafe1.0 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Topkapi Kebab & Mezze0.6 km
- Spices0.6 km
- The Frying Squad0.8 km
- Salt & Batter0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Foresters Arms0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Abbey Wood1.6 km
- Welling1.7 km
- Bexleyheath1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: DA161AZ · Data under Open Government Licence