Is BR8 7NE a safe place to live?

Yes, BR8 7NE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BR8 7NE?

The average property price in BR8 7NE is currently around £220k.

What is the population of BR8 7NE?

The population for the BR8 7NE area is approximately 344 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Sevenoaks, South East

PROSPECT ROW, BR8 7NE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PROSPECT ROW, BR8 7NE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

344

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BR8 7NE 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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6/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BR8 7NE — age 47, 85% ownership, 15% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BR8 7NE is a safe, established residential area on Prospect Row, 0.3km from Swanley Village in Swanley Village. Administratively it sits within Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village ward and the Sevenoaks constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.

Census 2021 statistics for BR8 7NE are sourced from Output Area E00124223 (shared with 28 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 7NE. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.6%

Asian / British Asian1.5%

Black / African / Caribbean1.7%

Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 3%

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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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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 220,000

3 sales · Mean £ 228,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

BR8 7NE has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson3

Anti-social behaviour2

Burglary2

Vehicle crime2

Public order1

school Local Schools

St Pauls' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good110 pupils0.3 km

Hextable Primary School

Good580 pupils1.2 km

Downsview Community Primary School

Good193 pupils1.2 km

Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy

Good123 pupils1.3 km

St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley

Good333 pupils1.5 km

Horizon Primary Academy

Good199 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Swanley Park Cafe0.6 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Best One0.8 km
The Village Pharmacy0.8 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

The Lamb Inn0.6 km
The Red Lion0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Swanley2.2 km
Farningham Road3.0 km
Eynsford4.8 km