Postcode Analysis Bexley, London

BLENDON ROAD, DA5 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLENDON ROAD, DA5 1BS.

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Population

397

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 60,200 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DA5 1BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DA5 1BS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £620k, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £620k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

DA5 1BS is a sought-after residential area on Blendon Road, 0.1km from Blendon in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Blendon & Penhill ward and the Old Bexley and Sidcup constituency.

For serious buyers, DA5 1BS is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £620k. 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 DA5 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00001716 (shared with 4 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 1BS. The average age is 40.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British82.1%
Asian / British Asian7.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.8%
Other / Mixed6.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 595,000

13 sales · Mean £ 601,153

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

DA5 1BS has low crime rates — 14 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 offences20
Anti-social behaviour14
Burglary9
Vehicle crime8
Public order7

school Local Schools

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Upton Primary School

Outstanding453 pupils0.7 km
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Hurst Primary School

Good653 pupils0.8 km
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Blackfen School for Girls

Good1500 pupils1.0 km
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Sherwood Park Primary School

Good321 pupils1.0 km
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Townley Grammar School

Outstanding1612 pupils1.0 km
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Crook Log Primary School

Good417 pupils1.2 km
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Old Bexley Church of England School

Good789 pupils1.3 km
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Hurstmere School

Requires Improvement1065 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Alers Stores (Londis)0.4 km
  • Mayvin Pastries0.6 km
  • Patfam0.3 km
  • The Drink Store0.6 km
  • Debz Cooper Independent Cambridge Weight Plan Consultant0.4 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Anchor0.6 km
  • The Three Blackbirds Public House0.2 km
  • Silver Fox Micro Pub0.6 km
  • Bexleyheath Golf Club0.5 km
  • Danson Stables0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Pizza Place0.3 km
  • Saffron Indian Diner0.6 km
  • Craft T Cake0.6 km
  • ABCatering0.6 km
  • Fleur De The0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Dragon Express0.3 km
  • Seabream Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Favorite Chicken And Ribs0.6 km
  • Lakeview Kiosk At Danson Boathouse0.9 km
  • Ocean Fresh Fried Chicken & Ribs0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Albany Park1.4 km
  • Bexley1.8 km
  • Bexleyheath1.8 km