BR2 0XA is a sought-after residential area on Beckenham Grove, 0.5km from Downs Wood in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Shortlands & Park Langley ward and the Beckenham constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — 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. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £380k. 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 0XA are sourced from Output Area E00003479 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BECKENHAM GROVE, BR2 0XA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BECKENHAM GROVE, BR2 0XA.
223
42
£ 67,000 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BR2 0XA 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 52% owner-occupation and average age 42, BR2 0XA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £380k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR2 0XA. The average age is 42.0. 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
£ 350,000
7 sales · Mean £ 363,571
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BR2 0XA has low crime rates — 19 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
Clare House Primary School
Valley Primary School
Highfield Infants' School
Highfield Junior School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Mr Simms1.0 km
- Aswi Newsagents0.5 km
- Simply Local0.5 km
- Beckenham Off Licence1.0 km
- Shortlands News - Londis0.6 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Shortlands Golf Club0.5 km
- Jolly Woodman1.0 km
- The Chancery0.9 km
- Shortlands Tavern0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Fu Do0.6 km
- Burger Guys/Wings & Tings/Food Hub/Seoul Chicken/PapiTaco1.0 km
- Peking1.0 km
- The Village Fish And Chips0.6 km
- Shortlands Tandoori0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Lillys Kitchen1.0 km
- In2 Papadam0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shortlands0.5 km
- Ravensbourne1.0 km
- Bromley North1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Shortlands Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BR20XA · Data under Open Government Licence