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.
SYCAMORE DRIVE, BR8 7AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYCAMORE DRIVE, BR8 7AZ.
305
36
£ 44,100 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Horizon Primary Academy
St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley
Orchards Academy
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Downsview Community Primary School
High Firs Primary School
Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy
Hextable Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lullingstone Castle0.7 km
- The Cotton Mill0.6 km
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
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.4 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Iceland0.5 km
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
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Postcode Profile: BR87AZ · Data under Open Government Licence