Postcode Analysis Bexley, London

WEIR ROAD, DA5 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEIR ROAD, DA5 1BJ.

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Population

488

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 61,900 /yr

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Employed

61%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DA5 1BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

DA5 1BJ is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £427k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 25.8% year-on-year.

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

DA5 1BJ is a sought-after residential area on Weir Road, 0.2km from Bexley in Bexley. Administratively it sits within St Mary's & St James ward and the Old Bexley and Sidcup constituency.

For families considering a move, DA5 1BJ represents a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £427k, down 25.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DA5 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00002177 (shared with 112 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 DA5 1BJ. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British80.0%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean3.7%
Other / Mixed5.6%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 600,000

7 sales · Mean £ 502,071

Flat

£ 290,000

31 sales · Mean £ 261,030

Semi-Detached

£ 620,000

1 sales · Mean £ 620,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DA5 1BJ has low crime rates — 33 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.

Violence and sexual offences33
Anti-social behaviour30
Vehicle crime25
Other theft9
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Beths Grammar School

Good1741 pupils0.5 km
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Old Bexley Church of England School

Good789 pupils1.0 km
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St Columba's Catholic Boys' School

Good810 pupils1.2 km
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Townley Grammar School

Outstanding1612 pupils1.3 km
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St Catherine's Catholic School

Good1011 pupils1.4 km
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Gravel Hill Primary School

Good424 pupils1.4 km
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Upton Primary School

Outstanding453 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Open House0.5 km
  • Bexley Cricket Club0.7 km
  • Coffee Mill & Kitchen0.3 km
  • Greys Tea And Coffee House0.3 km
  • Village Bagels0.3 km
  • + 15 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Malone & Co. Florist0.4 km
  • Mardens0.4 km
  • Melucci's Italian Delicatessen0.3 km
  • Nisa Local0.4 km
  • Village Wines0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Bexley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club0.4 km
  • Burnt Ash (Bexley) Hockey Club0.7 km
  • The Millers Arms0.1 km
  • The Railway Tavern0.3 km
  • Dartfordians Community Sports Club0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Caffe Papavero0.4 km
  • Bexley Charcoal Grill0.1 km
  • Viceroy Of India0.1 km
  • Master Fryer0.2 km
  • Mings0.2 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • King's Head Bexley Kitchen0.2 km
  • Holiday Inn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bexley0.3 km
  • Crayford1.9 km
  • Albany Park2.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Bexley Rail Station0.4 km