Postcode Analysis Bexley, London

BOURNE PARADE, DA5 1LQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOURNE PARADE, DA5 1LQ.

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Population

407

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 61,900 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DA5 1LQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DA5 1LQ spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. 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

DA5 1LQ is a sought-after residential area on Bourne Parade, 0.0km from Bexley in Bexley. Administratively it sits within St Mary's & St James ward and the Old Bexley and Sidcup constituency.

The people who live in DA5 1LQ are typical of a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DA5 1LQ are sourced from Output Area E00002185 (shared with 23 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 1LQ. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.3%
Asian / British Asian4.9%
Black / African / Caribbean10.3%
Other / Mixed6.4%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

DA5 1LQ has low crime rates — 34 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour30
Vehicle crime27
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Beths Grammar School

Good1741 pupils0.5 km
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Old Bexley Church of England School

Good789 pupils0.9 km
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Townley Grammar School

Outstanding1612 pupils1.2 km
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St Columba's Catholic Boys' School

Good810 pupils1.2 km
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Upton Primary School

Outstanding453 pupils1.3 km
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St Catherine's Catholic School

Good1011 pupils1.4 km
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Gravel Hill Primary School

Good424 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Open House0.3 km
  • Bexley Cricket Club0.6 km
  • Coffee Mill & Kitchen0.1 km
  • Greys Tea And Coffee House0.2 km
  • Village Bagels0.1 km
  • + 15 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Malone & Co. Florist0.2 km
  • Mardens0.2 km
  • Melucci's Italian Delicatessen0.2 km
  • Nisa Local0.2 km
  • Village Wines0.1 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Bexley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club0.3 km
  • Burnt Ash (Bexley) Hockey Club0.6 km
  • The Millers Arms0.1 km
  • The Railway Tavern0.1 km
  • Dartfordians Community Sports Club0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Caffe Papavero0.3 km
  • Bexley Charcoal Grill0.1 km
  • Viceroy Of India0.1 km
  • Master Fryer0.0 km
  • Mings0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • King's Head Bexley Kitchen0.0 km
  • Holiday Inn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bexley0.2 km
  • Albany Park1.8 km
  • Crayford2.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Bexley Rail Station0.3 km