DA5 3BP is a sought-after residential area on Bladindon Drive, 0.3km from Hurst in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Blendon & Penhill ward and the Old Bexley and Sidcup constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DA5, DA5 3BP offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% 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 15 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 3BP are sourced from Output Area E00001700 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLADINDON DRIVE, DA5 3BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLADINDON DRIVE, DA5 3BP.
350
44
£ 60,200 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DA5 3BP 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DA5 3BP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £620k, 92% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA5 3BP. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 627,500
6 sales · Mean £ 599,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA5 3BP has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hurst Primary School
Sherwood Park Primary School
Hurstmere School
Blackfen School for Girls
Upton Primary School
Chatsworth Infant School
Old Bexley Church of England School
Marlborough School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Montrose Park Club0.8 km
- Anchor0.9 km
- The Three Blackbirds Public House0.5 km
- Silver Fox Micro Pub0.3 km
- The Albany Hotel0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Merlinda's Cafe0.5 km
- Resta Coffee1.0 km
- Ruchi Restaurant1.0 km
- Saggor0.4 km
- Thai Lounge0.4 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Albany Grill1.0 km
- Favorite Chicken And Ribs0.5 km
- Ocean Fresh Fried Chicken & Ribs0.3 km
- Sherwood Garden0.5 km
- The Anchor1.0 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Alers Stores (Londis)1.0 km
- Mayvin Pastries0.5 km
- Patfam0.5 km
- The Drink Store0.5 km
- Albany Food Centre1.0 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-Operative0.4 km
- The Co-Op Food0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Albany Park1.0 km
- Sidcup1.7 km
- Bexley1.9 km
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Postcode Profile: DA53BP · Data under Open Government Licence