Parkside Avenue is in Bromley and in Bromley district. BR1 2EJ is located in the Bickley & Sundridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromley and Chislehurst. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Parkside Avenue, Bromley, BR1 2EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR1 2HA, BR1 2EX, BR1 2EQ, BR1 2EN, BR1 2EG, BR1 2EZ, BR2 9RD, BR1 2EL, BR1 2DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BR1 2EJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.8% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36% | 34.1% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.4% | 44.3% | 2.9% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 12.6% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 6.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.6% | 50.9% | 8.3% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 33.4% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 12.5% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 2.1% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.2% | 17.9% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 8.1% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 11% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 16.3% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 42.3% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 7.1% | 2.8% | -4.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 6.4% | 3.1% | -3.3% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 83.7% | 84.7% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 3.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 81.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 81.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 2.8% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Africa | 5.3% | 5.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 2.8% | -3.2% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.5% | 81.4% | 0.9% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 12.4% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 11% | 3.1% | -7.9% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkside Avenue was 58.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.3% higher than the Bickley & Sundridge average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Parkside Avenue has the 75th highest crime rate of 164 local areas in Bickley & Sundridge and the 410th highest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 130.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Parkside Avenue, Bromley, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2025-03-14 | £544,411 |
| 38A Parkside Avenue, Bromley, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2024-08-16 | £519,094 |
| 19 Parkside Avenue, Bromley, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2024-07-23 | £562,619 |
| 28 Parkside Avenue, Bromley, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2023-09-25 | £570,873 |
| 36 Parkside Avenue, Bromley, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £544,999 | 2022-10-27 | £552,056 |
BR1 2EJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BR1 2EJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raglan Primary School Raglan Road , BR2 9NL | 3out of 4 | 714 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's, Bickley, Church of England Primary School Tylney Road , BR1 2RL | 3out of 4 | 1,028 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bickley Primary School Nightingale Lane , BR1 2SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| La Fontaine Academy Nightingale Lane , Bickley BR1 2SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southborough Primary School Southborough Lane , BR2 8AA | 3out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullers Wood School for Boys Chislehurst Road , BR1 2NW | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Ravensbourne School Hayes Lane , BR2 9EH | 3out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bullers Wood School St Nicolas Lane , Logs Hill BR7 5LJ | 4out of 4 | 1,659 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bishop Justus CofE School Magpie Hall Lane , BR2 8HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,788 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coopers School Hawkwood Lane , BR7 5PS | 3out of 4 | 2,829 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London South East Colleges Rookery Lane , BR2 8HE | - not rated | 1,228 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bickley Park School 24 Page Heath Lane , Bickley BR1 2DS | - not rated | 681 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Bromley High School Blackbrook Lane , Bickley BR1 2TW | - not rated | 1,185 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bromley Trust Alternative Provision Academy Hayes Lane , BR2 9EA | 3out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgrove School Ltd 116 Widmore Road , BR1 3BE | - not rated | 1,800 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breaside Preparatory School 41-43 Orchard Road , BR1 2PR | - not rated | 1,802 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington At Virgin Active | The Lido, Baths Road | 374 yd | |
| Roostys | 13 Chatterton Road, Bromley | 653 yd | |
| Taste Bud | 39 Chatterton Road, Bromley | 653 yd | |
| Oriental Garden | 85A Chatterton Road, Bromley | 654 yd | |
| Twins Cafe | 48 Chatterton Road, Bromley | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chequers | 177 Southborough Lane, Bromley | 635 yd | |
| Chatterton Arms | 41 Chatterton Road, Bromley | 653 yd | |
| Bickley Park Cricket Club | Bickley Park Road, Bickley | 827 yd | |
| Toby Carvery - The Crown | The Crown, 155 Bromley Common | 877 yd | |
| The Lord Homesdale | Lord Homesdale, 184 Homesdale Road | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Fish Bar | 4 Salisbury Road, Bromley | 516 yd | |
| Tiffin Choice | 9 Chatterton Road, Bromley | 653 yd | |
| Pinh On | 65 Chatterton Road, Bromley | 654 yd | |
| Smak Burgers & Shakes | 165 Homesdale Road, Bromley | 860 yd | |
| Happy Panda | 169 Homesdale Road, Bromley | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 2 Chatterton Road, Bromley | 709 yd | |
| Tesco | Homesdale Road, Bromley | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehall Recreation Ground (Closed) Southlands Road | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Bromley) BATHS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 408 yd |
| Bickley Park School BICKLEY PARK SCHOOL LODGE BICKLEY PARK SCHOOL LODGE PAGE HEATH LANE | swimming pool | 727 yd |
| Bickley Park Cricket Club BICKLEY PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| Blue Circle Sports Ground (Closed) Crown Lane | grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Bromley High School BLACKBROOK LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,060 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 59.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.