DA5 1DP is a sought-after residential area on Lodge Lane, 0.3km from Blendon in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Crook Log ward and the Bexleyheath and Crayford constituency.
For families considering a move, DA5 1DP represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bexley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DA5 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00001927 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LODGE LANE, DA5 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LODGE LANE, DA5 1DP.
352
42
£ 60,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DA5 1DP — age 42, 92% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA5 1DP. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA5 1DP has low crime rates — 18 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
Blackfen School for Girls
Upton Primary School
Sherwood Park Primary School
Hurst Primary School
Crook Log Primary School
Townley Grammar School
Aspire Academy
Danson Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Alers Stores (Londis)0.4 km
- Mayvin Pastries0.5 km
- Patfam0.2 km
- The Drink Store0.5 km
- Debz Cooper Independent Cambridge Weight Plan Consultant0.7 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Anchor0.9 km
- The Three Blackbirds Public House0.2 km
- Bexleyheath Golf Club0.5 km
- Danson Stables0.7 km
- The Royal Oak0.5 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Pizza Place0.2 km
- Saffron Indian Diner0.5 km
- ABCatering0.6 km
- Fleur De The0.7 km
- Merlinda's Cafe0.5 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Dragon Express0.2 km
- Seabream Fish Bar0.5 km
- Favorite Chicken And Ribs0.5 km
- Lakeview Kiosk At Danson Boathouse0.7 km
- Ocean Fresh Fried Chicken & Ribs0.8 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Albany Park1.5 km
- Bexleyheath1.7 km
- Bexley2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: DA51DP · Data under Open Government Licence