Postcode Analysis Sevenoaks, South East

SYCAMORE DRIVE, BR8 7AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYCAMORE DRIVE, BR8 7AZ.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BR8 7AZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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Area Character

With 68% social renting, BR8 7AZ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending down 15.4% year-on-year.

home £354,500 median price shield Safety 2/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BR8 7AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sycamore Drive, 1.5km from Hextable in Swanley. Administratively it sits within Swanley White Oak ward and the Sevenoaks constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BR8 7AZ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 68% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 75 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £354k, down 15.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BR8 7AZ are sourced from Output Area E00124258 (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 BR8 7AZ. The average age is 36.1. 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 Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 5%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 354,500

2 sales · Mean £ 354,500

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

Crime around BR8 7AZ is moderate at 75 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 offences117
Anti-social behaviour64
Criminal damage and arson39
Shoplifting38
Other theft20

school Local Schools

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Horizon Primary Academy

Good199 pupils0.1 km
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St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley

Good333 pupils0.2 km
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Orchards Academy

Good575 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good229 pupils0.7 km
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Downsview Community Primary School

Good193 pupils0.9 km
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High Firs Primary School

Good203 pupils1.0 km
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Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy

Good123 pupils1.4 km
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Hextable Primary School

Good580 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Londis0.9 km
  • Poundland0.5 km
  • Savers Health And Beauty0.5 km
  • Swanley Mini Market0.7 km
  • Swanley Service Station0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Lullingstone Castle0.7 km
  • The Cotton Mill0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Blue Harbour Restaurant0.5 km
  • Christ Church Centre0.8 km
  • Jaz's Park Road Cafe0.6 km
  • Lemon & Thyme Catering0.2 km
  • Motties0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Asda0.4 km
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Ali's Plaice0.4 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • KFC0.4 km
  • Magic Wok0.7 km
  • Shishly Grill And Meze0.4 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swanley1.0 km
  • Farningham Road4.3 km
  • St Mary Cray4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Bonney Way0.1 km
  • Bonney Way0.1 km
  • Northview0.1 km
  • Northview0.1 km
  • Moreton Close0.2 km