Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

WOLFE CLOSE, BR2 7LY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOLFE CLOSE, BR2 7LY.

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Population

390

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Avg Age

41

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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 7LY 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.

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7/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BR2 7LY combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£485k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 3.1% year-on-year.

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

BR2 7LY is a sought-after residential area on Wolfe Close, 0.5km from Hayes in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Hayes & Coney Hall ward and the Beckenham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BR2, BR2 7LY offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 93% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £485k, down 3.1% 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 7LY are sourced from Output Area E00003747 (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 7LY. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.1%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.8%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 485,000

3 sales · Mean £ 522,500

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

BR2 7LY has low crime rates — 26 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.

Violence and sexual offences32
Anti-social behaviour22
Vehicle crime14
Criminal damage and arson10
Other theft8

school Local Schools

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The Ravensbourne School

Good1470 pupils0.8 km
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Bromley Trust Alternative Provision Academy

Good38 pupils0.8 km
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Pickhurst Infant Academy

Outstanding350 pupils1.0 km
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Pickhurst Academy

Outstanding501 pupils1.0 km
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Hayes Primary School

Good642 pupils1.0 km
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St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Good397 pupils1.3 km
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Highfield Junior School

Good363 pupils1.3 km
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Raglan Primary School

Good435 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Hayes Mart1.0 km
  • Wednesdayrobyncrafts0.4 km
  • The Family Choice (UK) Limited0.4 km
  • Ajay Newsagents0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Centre0.4 km
  • Victory Social Club0.5 km
  • Bromley Town Bowling & Squash Club0.4 km
  • The George0.9 km
  • Bromley Town & Old Bromleians Cricket Club0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Old Village Cafe1.0 km
  • Bona0.5 km
  • Hayes Street Kitchen1.0 km
  • Hello Burger1.0 km
  • India Village0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Hayes Village Fish Bar1.0 km
  • The Money Tree0.4 km
  • J And D Kebab 20.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bromley South1.4 km
  • Hayes (Kent)1.4 km
  • Shortlands2.2 km