BR2 0BS is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Downs Wood in Bromley. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Shortlands & Park Langley ward and the Beckenham constituency.
Day-to-day life in BR2 0BS has the character of 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.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00003476 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BR2 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BR2 0BS.
190
46
£ 67,000 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR2 0BS 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BR2 0BS combines high owner-occupation (62%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. 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 BR2 0BS. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BR2 0BS has low crime rates — 16 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.
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
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Shortlands News - Londis0.5 km
- Country Store0.9 km
- ESSO Service Station0.5 km
- Peter's Chemist0.8 km
- Aswi Newsagents0.4 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Chancery1.0 km
- Shortlands Golf Club0.4 km
- United Service Club1.0 km
- Shortlands Tavern0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Peking1.0 km
- The Village Fish And Chips0.5 km
- Burger Guys/Wings & Tings/Food Hub/Seoul Chicken/PapiTaco1.0 km
- Fu Do0.5 km
- Shortlands Tandoori0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Lillys Kitchen1.0 km
- In2 Papadam0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shortlands0.5 km
- Ravensbourne0.8 km
- Bromley North1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Shortlands Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BR20BS · Data under Open Government Licence