Postcode Analysis Bexley, London

DA18 4DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DA18 4DP.

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Population

420

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 42,400 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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10/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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Area Character

DA18 4DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 35, 44% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DA18 4DP is a safe, established residential area located 1.4km from Lesnes Abbey in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Thamesmead East ward and the Erith and Thamesmead constituency.

This is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bexley.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DA18 4DP are sourced from Output Area E00002307 (shared with 5 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 DA18 4DP. The average age is 34.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British37.4%
Asian / British Asian9.7%
Black / African / Caribbean45.3%
Other / Mixed7.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

DA18 4DP has low crime rates — 46 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 offences115
Anti-social behaviour52
Vehicle crime45
Criminal damage and arson29
Public order23

school Local Schools

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Parkway Primary School

Good236 pupils0.1 km
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St John Fisher Catholic Primary School

Good203 pupils0.2 km
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Northwood Primary School

Good187 pupils0.2 km
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Harris Garrard Academy

Good1430 pupils0.3 km
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St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School

Good187 pupils0.7 km
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Horizons Academy Bexley

Good20 pupils0.7 km
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Willow Bank Primary School

Good338 pupils0.8 km
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Boxgrove Primary School

Good432 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • BP Thamesmead Service Station0.9 km
  • Ebel Intercontinental Foods0.9 km
  • Greenmead Wine Stores0.3 km
  • Omo's Market0.5 km
  • Rafik's Mini Market0.3 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Belvedere North Conservative Club0.9 km
  • Abbey Arms1.0 km
  • Belvedere Working Men's Club0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Foodyz211.0 km
  • Thames Cafe0.3 km
  • The Taj Mahal1.0 km
  • Perfect chicken1.0 km
  • Canteen Of Ferndale Foods0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Belvedere Kebab & Pizzas0.9 km
  • Finest Chicken Peri Peri Grill1.0 km
  • Patty Heaven East0.6 km
  • Tasty African Takeaway0.9 km
  • Watering Mouths1.0 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Abbey Wood1.0 km
  • Belvedere1.2 km
  • Erith3.1 km