Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

CASTLE CLOSE, BR2 0YD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE CLOSE, BR2 0YD.

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Population

322

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 67,000 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BR2 0YD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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7/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

BR2 0YD is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £753k, 71% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £753k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 3.1% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BR2 0YD is a sought-after residential area on Castle Close, 0.4km from Shortlands in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Shortlands & Park Langley ward and the Beckenham constituency.

For families considering a move, BR2 0YD represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £753k, up 3.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BR2 0YD are sourced from Output Area E00004046 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR2 0YD. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British73.4%
Asian / British Asian13.6%
Black / African / Caribbean5.6%
Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 753,500

4 sales · Mean £ 738,625

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BR2 0YD has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime22
Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour16
Burglary9
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Harris Primary Academy Shortlands

Outstanding363 pupils0.3 km
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Highfield Infants' School

Outstanding269 pupils0.5 km
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Highfield Junior School

Good363 pupils0.6 km
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Clare House Primary School

Outstanding426 pupils0.9 km
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Valley Primary School

Good433 pupils1.0 km
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St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Good397 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Cook1.0 km
  • Loco1.0 km
  • Stanley News Convenience Store1.0 km
  • Wine Rack1.0 km
  • Refreshers0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Costa1.0 km
  • Truffles Kitchen Ltd1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Shortlands Tavern0.7 km
  • Shortlands Golf Club0.8 km
  • South Hill Wood Bowling Club0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Shortlands Tandoori0.7 km
  • The Village Fish And Chips0.7 km
  • Fu Do0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shortlands0.7 km
  • Bromley South1.4 km
  • Ravensbourne1.5 km