Postcode Analysis Bexley, London

ORCHARD ROAD, DA17 5BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD ROAD, DA17 5BP.

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Population

381

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 48,900 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

DA17 5BP is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £405k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 23.6% year-on-year.

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

DA17 5BP is a safe, established residential area on Orchard Road, 0.6km from Upper Belvedere in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Belvedere ward and the Erith and Thamesmead constituency.

For families considering a move, DA17 5BP 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £405k, up 23.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DA17 5BP are sourced from Output Area E00001647 (shared with 6 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 DA17 5BP. 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

White / British58.0%
Asian / British Asian17.3%
Black / African / Caribbean18.6%
Other / Mixed6.0%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 322,000

11 sales · Mean £ 307,454

Semi-Detached

£ 315,000

3 sales · Mean £ 323,333

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

DA17 5BP has low crime rates — 32 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.

Violence and sexual offences123
Anti-social behaviour54
Vehicle crime29
Criminal damage and arson27
Public order15

school Local Schools

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Lessness Heath Primary School

Good643 pupils0.4 km
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St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School

Good187 pupils0.5 km
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Cornerstone School

20 pupils0.6 km
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Northwood Primary School

Good187 pupils1.0 km
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Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere

Good1071 pupils1.0 km
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Belvedere Junior School

Good333 pupils1.0 km
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Belvedere Infant School

Good285 pupils1.0 km
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Parkway Primary School

Good236 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Welcome Inn1.0 km
  • New Star Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Pink Pepperz0.6 km
  • Chicken & Pizza Station0.7 km
  • Fish Etc0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • B & M Newsagents0.6 km
  • Bachras Food & Wine0.4 km
  • Deekay News0.5 km
  • Expo International Supermarket0.4 km
  • Shabs0.4 km
  • + 20 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • TQ Beerworks0.2 km
  • Priory Conservative Club0.1 km
  • Belvedere Social Club0.4 km
  • Belvedere Working Men's Club0.6 km
  • Royal Standard0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Belvedere Tandoori0.3 km
  • Nuxley's Bistro & Coffee0.5 km
  • Sunshine Cafe1.0 km
  • Canteen Of Ferndale Foods0.9 km
  • Elderberries At Belvedere Baptist Church0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Asda Superstore0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Belvedere0.7 km
  • Abbey Wood1.9 km
  • Erith2.0 km