BR2 0RA is a sought-after residential area on South Hill Road, 0.2km from South Hill Park in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Shortlands & Park Langley ward and the Beckenham constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BR2 0RA 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 40% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bromley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £658k. 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 0RA are sourced from Output Area E00004065 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH HILL ROAD, BR2 0RA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH HILL ROAD, BR2 0RA.
339
36
£ 66,700 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR2 0RA 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BR2 0RA spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR2 0RA. The average age is 35.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 500,500
6 sales · Mean £ 513,491
Detached
£ 805,000
1 sales · Mean £ 805,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BR2 0RA has low crime rates — 20 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
Highfield Junior School
Highfield Infants' School
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
Harris Primary Academy Shortlands
Pickhurst Infant Academy
Pickhurst Academy
The Ravensbourne School
Bromley Trust Alternative Provision Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Cook0.4 km
- Loco0.4 km
- Stanley News Convenience Store0.3 km
- The Family Choice (UK) Limited0.8 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.3 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Premier Inn / Thyme Restaurant0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Centre1.0 km
- Bromley Town & Old Bromleians Cricket Club1.0 km
- Bromley Football Club1.0 km
- Bromley Town Bowling & Squash Club1.0 km
- Bromley Lawn Tennis And Squash Club0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Costa0.4 km
- Pizza Express0.9 km
- Nando's0.9 km
- Veen Restaurant1.0 km
- Direct Line Insurance1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Money Tree0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bromley South1.1 km
- Shortlands1.2 km
- Bromley North1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: BR20RA · Data under Open Government Licence