Postcode Analysis Bexley, London

GRESHAM CLOSE, DA5 1EW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRESHAM CLOSE, DA5 1EW.

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Population

272

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 60,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DA5 1EW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DA5 1EW's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £295k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 12.2% year-on-year.

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

DA5 1EW is a sought-after residential area on Gresham Close, 0.3km from Bridgen in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Blendon & Penhill ward and the Old Bexley and Sidcup constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DA5, DA5 1EW offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £295k, down 12.2% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DA5 1EW are sourced from Output Area E00001713 (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 DA5 1EW. 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

White / British87.4%
Asian / British Asian8.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 295,000

13 sales · Mean £ 285,000

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

DA5 1EW has low crime rates — 17 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 offences29
Anti-social behaviour9
Burglary7
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Upton Primary School

Outstanding453 pupils0.3 km
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Townley Grammar School

Outstanding1612 pupils0.4 km
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Old Bexley Church of England School

Good789 pupils0.9 km
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Hurst Primary School

Good653 pupils1.0 km
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Beths Grammar School

Good1741 pupils1.0 km
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St Columba's Catholic Boys' School

Good810 pupils1.4 km
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Crook Log Primary School

Good417 pupils1.5 km
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St Catherine's Catholic School

Good1011 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Alers Stores (Londis)0.9 km
  • Debz Cooper Independent Cambridge Weight Plan Consultant0.7 km
  • Malone & Co. Florist1.0 km
  • Mardens1.0 km
  • Nisa Local1.0 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Anchor0.3 km
  • Martin Dene Lawn Tennis Club0.6 km
  • The Three Blackbirds Public House1.0 km
  • Bexleyheath Golf Club0.7 km
  • The Royal Oak0.7 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • ABCatering0.6 km
  • Bexleyheath & District Club For Disabled0.7 km
  • Open House1.0 km
  • Craft T Cake1.0 km
  • Bamboo1.0 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Ocean Fresh Fried Chicken & Ribs1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • 1st Bed Guest House0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bexley1.1 km
  • Albany Park1.4 km
  • Bexleyheath1.8 km