DA18 4AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Lower Belvedere in Bexley. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Thamesmead East ward and the Erith and Thamesmead constituency.
Day-to-day life in DA18 4AE has the character of a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bexley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DA18 4AE are sourced from Output Area E00002308 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DA18 4AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DA18 4AE.
287
39
£ 42,400 /yr
43%
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
With 55% social renting, DA18 4AE is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. 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 DA18 4AE. The average age is 39.0. 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)
DA18 4AE has low crime rates — 34 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
St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School
Northwood Primary School
Parkway Primary School
Harris Garrard Academy
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Cornerstone School
Belvedere Junior School
Belvedere Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- TQ Beerworks0.7 km
- Priory Conservative Club0.9 km
- The Morgan0.9 km
- Belvedere North Conservative Club0.4 km
- Belvedere Working Men's Club0.3 km
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Bachras Food & Wine0.4 km
- Shabs0.7 km
- Slimming World Franchise0.9 km
- B & M Newsagents0.5 km
- Lidl Belvedere0.9 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Chicken & Pizza Station0.6 km
- Papa John's Pizza0.5 km
- New Star Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Belvedere Kebab & Pizzas0.4 km
- Patty Heaven East0.2 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Starbucks0.9 km
- The Health Hub1.0 km
- Thames Cafe0.4 km
- Canteen Of Ferndale Foods0.3 km
- The Coffee Shop At Innovation Centre0.3 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Belvedere0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Superstore0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Belvedere0.6 km
- Abbey Wood1.7 km
- Erith2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DA184AE · Data under Open Government Licence