DA17 5BN is a safe, established residential area on Kentish Road, 0.5km from Belvedere in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Belvedere ward and the Erith and Thamesmead constituency.
For families considering a move, DA17 5BN represents members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. By day, the area transitions to a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. 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. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bexley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £358k, down 0.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DA17 5BN are sourced from Output Area E00001647 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KENTISH ROAD, DA17 5BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KENTISH ROAD, DA17 5BN.
381
36
£ 48,900 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 36, DA17 5BN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £358k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA17 5BN. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 372,500
6 sales · Mean £ 363,833
Terraced
£ 378,000
5 sales · Mean £ 374,200
Detached
£ 425,000
1 sales · Mean £ 425,000
Flat
£ 250,000
3 sales · Mean £ 220,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA17 5BN has low crime rates — 40 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.
school Local Schools
Lessness Heath Primary School
St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School
Cornerstone School
Belvedere Junior School
Belvedere Infant School
Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere
Northwood Primary School
Parkway Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- B & M Newsagents0.5 km
- Bachras Food & Wine0.4 km
- Deekay News0.6 km
- Expo International Supermarket0.5 km
- Shabs0.3 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Halfway Public House1.0 km
- TQ Beerworks0.1 km
- Priory Conservative Club0.1 km
- Belvedere Social Club0.5 km
- Belvedere Working Men's Club0.5 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Lunchies0.9 km
- New Star Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Pink Pepperz0.7 km
- Chicken & Pizza Station0.5 km
- Fish Etc0.7 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Belvedere Community Cafe0.9 km
- Belvedere Tandoori0.4 km
- Nuxley's Bistro & Coffee0.6 km
- Canteen Of Ferndale Foods0.9 km
- Elderberries At Belvedere Baptist Church0.6 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Asda Superstore0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Belvedere0.6 km
- Erith1.9 km
- Abbey Wood2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: DA175BN · Data under Open Government Licence