Is BR2 7JQ a safe place to live?

Yes, BR2 7JQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 28 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BR2 7JQ?

The average property price in BR2 7JQ is currently around £751k.

What is the population of BR2 7JQ?

The population for the BR2 7JQ area is approximately 309 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

HURSTDENE AVENUE, BR2 7JQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HURSTDENE AVENUE, BR2 7JQ.

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Population

309

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 69,600 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BR2 7JQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10

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10/10

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8/10

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9/10

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1/10

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9/10

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5/10

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10/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BR2 7JQ combines high owner-occupation (97%), strong property values (£751k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £751k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 17.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BR2 7JQ is a sought-after residential area on Hurstdene Avenue, 0.7km from Pickhurst Green in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Hayes & Coney Hall ward and the Beckenham constituency.

For serious buyers, BR2 7JQ is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 97% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £751k, down 17.7% year-on-year. 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 7JQ are sourced from Output Area E00003715 (shared with 11 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 7JQ. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.6%

Asian / British Asian3.2%

Black / African / Caribbean1.0%

Other / Mixed4.2%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 720,000

5 sales · Mean £ 714,800

Detached

£ 760,000

1 sales · Mean £ 760,000

Terraced

£ 700,000

1 sales · Mean £ 700,000

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

BR2 7JQ has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour28

Violence and sexual offences28

Vehicle crime22

Shoplifting11

Drugs9

school Local Schools

Glebe School

Outstanding260 pupils0.8 km

Pickhurst Academy

Outstanding501 pupils0.9 km

Pickhurst Infant Academy

Outstanding350 pupils0.9 km

Hayes School

Outstanding1707 pupils0.9 km

Hawes Down Primary School

Good458 pupils0.9 km

Hayes Primary School

Good642 pupils1.1 km

Wickham Common Primary School

Good415 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby

Crown Roast0.4 km
Shell - Park And Shop - Hayes Service Station0.3 km
Sponge Kitchens0.3 km
Wednesdayrobyncrafts0.9 km
Coney Hall Pharmacy1.0 km
+ 5 more

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby

The Real Ale Way0.4 km
The George0.8 km
Royal British Legion Club0.5 km
The Craft Beer Rooms0.2 km
Ex Blues Club0.9 km
+ 6 more

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby

Coney Hall Football Club0.3 km
Costa Coffee0.4 km
Ginger0.3 km
Grounded Social Ltd0.3 km
Sakura Coffee0.6 km
+ 19 more

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Supermarkets

3 nearby

Co-op1.0 km
Iceland0.3 km
Sainsbury's0.3 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby

El Kervan Grill House/ Sweet Secrets1.0 km
Hayes Village Fish Bar0.8 km
Golden Valley0.9 km
Dennis's Chippy0.6 km
J And D Kebab 20.7 km
+ 3 more