DA17 5HF is a safe, established residential area on Heron Hill, 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 5HF represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bexley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £353k.
Census 2021 statistics for DA17 5HF are sourced from Output Area E00001628 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HERON HILL, DA17 5HF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HERON HILL, DA17 5HF.
332
35
£ 48,900 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DA17 5HF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DA17 5HF's 66% ownership and 35-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £353k 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 5HF. The average age is 35.3. 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
£ 333,500
5 sales · Mean £ 343,200
Terraced
£ 348,750
8 sales · Mean £ 348,965
Flat
£ 261,250
2 sales · Mean £ 261,250
Detached
£ 362,500
1 sales · Mean £ 362,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA17 5HF has low crime rates — 31 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
St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School
Lessness Heath Primary School
Northwood Primary School
Cornerstone School
Parkway Primary School
Bedonwell Junior School
Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- B & M Newsagents0.7 km
- Bachras Food & Wine0.3 km
- Deekay News0.5 km
- Expo International Supermarket0.5 km
- Shabs0.6 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- New Star Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Pink Pepperz0.6 km
- Chicken & Pizza Station0.8 km
- Fish Etc0.6 km
- Mr Man's Fish N Chips0.5 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- TQ Beerworks0.4 km
- Priory Conservative Club0.4 km
- Belvedere Social Club0.5 km
- Belvedere Working Men's Club0.5 km
- Royal Standard0.6 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Belvedere Tandoori0.5 km
- Nuxley's Bistro & Coffee0.5 km
- Canteen Of Ferndale Foods0.9 km
- Elderberries At Belvedere Baptist Church0.5 km
- Marios Sandwich Bar0.6 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Asda Superstore0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Belvedere0.8 km
- Abbey Wood1.6 km
- Erith2.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DA175HF · Data under Open Government Licence