SE20 7EX is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on High Street, 0.4km from Penge in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Penge & Cator ward and the Lewisham West and Penge constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SE20 7EX offers a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. By day, the area transitions to a big city life character: big city services, with accommodation and food. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 69% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bromley.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £340k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE20 7EX are sourced from Output Area E00003925 (shared with 228 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, SE20 7EX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, SE20 7EX.
381
33
£ 62,700 /yr
57%
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
Cultural diversity defines SE20 7EX — 54% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 33 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE20 7EX. The average age is 32.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 300,000
4 sales · Mean £ 287,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE20 7EX is above average at 91 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 John's Church of England Primary School
Harris Primary Academy Kent House
Alexandra Infant School
Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace
St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School
Harris Girls Academy Bromley
Alexandra Junior School
Churchfields Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
53 nearby- Andrea & Adrian Food & Wine0.9 km
- Shell Beckenham0.9 km
- Virk Wine Stores0.4 km
- Card Factory0.0 km
- Lucky's Off Licence0.2 km
- + 48 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Anerley Arms1.0 km
- Bridge House Tavern0.7 km
- Alexandra Public House0.3 km
- Craft Metropolis0.4 km
- Moon And Stars0.3 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
- Iceland0.0 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Mega Saver0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Chicken World0.4 km
- Barnies Burgers0.4 km
- Hayaku Sushi Cafe0.2 km
- Lucky Great Wall Limited0.1 km
- V Dimsum And Dumpling0.4 km
- + 23 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Family Cafe0.8 km
- Anticoli Pizza0.2 km
- Belash Tandoori0.2 km
- Burger King0.0 km
- The Desserts Hub And Cafe0.1 km
- + 29 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.5 km
- Melrose House0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kent House0.5 km
- Penge East0.5 km
- Penge West0.7 km
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Postcode Profile: SE207EX · Data under Open Government Licence