Is BR4 9HF a safe place to live?

Yes, BR4 9HF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BR4 9HF?

The population for the BR4 9HF area is approximately 210 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

BR4 9HF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BR4 9HF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

210

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 65,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BR4 9HF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10

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6/10

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5/10

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7/10

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1/10

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10/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BR4 9HF's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

BR4 9HF is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Wickham Court in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Hayes & Coney Hall ward and the Beckenham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BR4, BR4 9HF offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 86% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 BR4 9HF are sourced from Output Area E00003725 (shared with 13 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 BR4 9HF. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.8%

Asian / British Asian1.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.5%

Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

BR4 9HF has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Castle Hill Academy

Good316 pupils1.1 km

Wickham Common Primary School

Good415 pupils1.1 km

Addington Valley Academy

Good76 pupils1.3 km

Tudor Academy

Good573 pupils1.4 km

Good Shepherd Catholic Primary and Nursery School

Good229 pupils1.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hayes (Kent)2.0 km
West Wickham2.6 km
Eden Park3.8 km