Postcode Analysis Bexley, London

BROOKDALE ROAD, DA5 1RB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROOKDALE ROAD, DA5 1RB.

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Population

338

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 60,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DA5 1RB 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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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DA5 1RB combines high owner-occupation (91%), strong property values (£600k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £600k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

DA5 1RB is a sought-after residential area on Brookdale Road, 0.2km 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 1RB offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 91% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £600k, up 0.8% 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 1RB are sourced from Output Area E00001726 (shared with 9 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 1RB. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.1%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 570,500

9 sales · Mean £ 556,166

Terraced

£ 448,000

5 sales · Mean £ 449,800

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

DA5 1RB has low crime rates — 14 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 offences26
Anti-social behaviour11
Burglary11
Vehicle crime6
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Upton Primary School

Outstanding453 pupils0.4 km
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Townley Grammar School

Outstanding1612 pupils0.6 km
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Old Bexley Church of England School

Good789 pupils0.8 km
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Hurst Primary School

Good653 pupils0.8 km
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Beths Grammar School

Good1741 pupils1.1 km
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St Columba's Catholic Boys' School

Good810 pupils1.6 km
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Crook Log Primary School

Good417 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Open House1.0 km
  • Craft T Cake0.8 km
  • Pizza Place1.0 km
  • Bamboo1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee1.0 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Debz Cooper Independent Cambridge Weight Plan Consultant0.5 km
  • Malone & Co. Florist1.0 km
  • Mardens1.0 km
  • Nisa Local1.0 km
  • Alers Stores (Londis)0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Bexley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club0.9 km
  • Silver Fox Micro Pub0.8 km
  • Anchor0.1 km
  • Martin Dene Lawn Tennis Club0.7 km
  • The Three Blackbirds Public House0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Dragon Express1.0 km
  • Maddison's Bakery1.0 km
  • Ocean Fresh Fried Chicken & Ribs0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bexley1.1 km
  • Albany Park1.3 km
  • Bexleyheath1.9 km