DA16 1EJ is a sought-after residential area on Brixham Road, 0.9km from Bostall Woods in Bexley. Administratively it sits within West Heath ward and the Bexleyheath and Crayford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DA16, DA16 1EJ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 99% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bexley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £394k, up 16.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for DA16 1EJ are sourced from Output Area E00002234 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIXHAM ROAD, DA16 1EJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIXHAM ROAD, DA16 1EJ.
338
41
£ 59,100 /yr
56%
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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. DA16 1EJ's low deprivation rank, 99% ownership, and £394k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 16.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA16 1EJ. The average age is 40.7. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 382,500
24 sales · Mean £ 391,416
Terraced
£ 383,000
1 sales · Mean £ 383,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA16 1EJ has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Michael's East Wickham Church of England Primary School
Hillsgrove Primary School
Brampton Primary Academy
Barrington Primary School
Welling School
Foster's Primary School
Bedonwell Junior School
Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Dianes Floral Design0.9 km
- Pickettes Butchers0.9 km
- Premier S&A Convenience0.4 km
- The Bakery1.0 km
- Wrotham Road Post Office/Battell0.4 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Twins Cafe0.4 km
- Bramptons Sandwich Bar0.3 km
- New Hing Loong0.3 km
- Chestnuts Kiosk Limited0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Great Wall1.0 km
- Kebabies1.0 km
- Morley's0.9 km
- Oriental Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Radhuny Express1.0 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bexleyheath1.1 km
- Welling1.8 km
- Abbey Wood2.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DA161EJ · Data under Open Government Licence