BR2 0AE is a sought-after residential area on Bromley Road, 0.5km from Downs Wood in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Shortlands & Park Langley ward and the Beckenham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BR2, BR2 0AE offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 62% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £288k. 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 BR2 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00003476 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROMLEY ROAD, BR2 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROMLEY ROAD, BR2 0AE.
190
46
£ 67,000 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR2 0AE 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.
Area Character
BR2 0AE is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £288k, 62% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR2 0AE. The average age is 45.8. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 288,000
1 sales · Mean £ 288,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BR2 0AE has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harris Primary Academy Shortlands
Valley Primary School
Clare House Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Highfield Infants' School
Highfield Junior School
Parish Church of England Primary School
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Seven Stars Kebab1.0 km
- Fu Do0.5 km
- Montagu's Sushi1.0 km
- The Village Fish And Chips0.5 km
- Shortlands Tandoori0.6 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Mr Simms0.7 km
- Shortlands News - Londis0.5 km
- Aswi Newsagents0.4 km
- Simply Local0.4 km
- Country Store1.0 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Buddys Cafe1.0 km
- In2 Papadam1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Shortlands Golf Club0.4 km
- United Service Club0.9 km
- Shortlands Tavern0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shortlands0.5 km
- Ravensbourne0.7 km
- Bromley North1.4 km
Bus Stops
- Shortlands Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BR20AE · Data under Open Government Licence