Shortlands Grove is in Bromley and in Bromley district. BR2 0LR is located in the Shortlands & Park Langley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Beckenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shortlands Grove, Bromley, BR2 0LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR2 0LS, BR2 0LP, BR2 0ND, BR2 0LN, BR2 0LW, BR2 0WA, BR2 0JS, BR2 0XW, BR2 0JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BR2 0LR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 55.1% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 47.2% | 44.9% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 | 42.1% | 35.6% | -6.5% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40% | 47.6% | 7.6% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 7.9% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 6.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.1% | 53.3% | -0.8% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 37.9% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 7.5% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
In the area around BR2 0LR this area, 7.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 55.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.6% | 7.9% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 5.8% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 12.6% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 14.2% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.8% | 55.8% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 22.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 3% | 8.8% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 5.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 87% | 82.3% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 0.9% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 78.4% 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 | 86.6% | 78.4% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -4.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 5.7% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 78.4% | -6.9% | 83.2% | -4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 13.7% | 12.8% | 9.8% | 3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 6.6% | 4.0% | 2.9% | 3.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 1.3% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 2.2% | 13.5% | -11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Hindu | 7% | 1.7% | 5.3% |
| Jewish | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shortlands Grove was 56.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.5% lower than the Beckenham Town & Copers Cope average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Shortlands Grove has the 42nd lowest crime rate of 86 local areas in Beckenham Town & Copers Cope and the 434th highest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Shortlands Grove, Bromley, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,150,000 | 2022-11-09 | £1,133,980 |
| Flat 7 Barton Court, 12 Shortlands Grove, Bromley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £316,000 | 2022-10-21 | £315,055 |
| Flat 3 20 Shortlands Grove, Bromley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2022-01-12 | £278,662 |
| Flat 11 Barton Court, 12 Shortlands Grove, Bromley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £179,500 | 2021-12-03 | £191,365 |
| Flat 10 Barton Court, 12 Shortlands Grove, Bromley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-06-11 | £290,391 |
BR2 0LR 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 5,042 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clare House Primary School Overbury Avenue , BR3 6PY | 4out of 4 | 576 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Shortlands Kingswood Road , BR2 0HG | 4out of 4 | 801 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Junior School South Hill Road , Shortlands BR2 0RL | 4out of 4 | 983 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Primary School Beckenham Lane , Shortlands BR2 0DA | 3out of 4 | 1,046 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Infants' School Highfield Drive , Shortlands BR2 0RX | 4out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy Beckenham Manor Way , BR3 3SJ | 4out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Girls Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BE | 3out of 4 | 1,982 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Boys South Eden Park Road , BR3 3BP | 3out of 4 | 2,063 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Ravensbourne School Hayes Lane , BR2 9EH | 3out of 4 | 2,331 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedgehill Academy Sedgehill Road , Lewisham SE6 3QW | - not rated | 2,673 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 3,705 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 5,465 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | 3out of 4 | 4,952 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Challoner School 228 Bromley Road , Shortlands BR2 0BS | - not rated | 513 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christophers The Hall School 49 Bromley Road , BR3 5PA | - not rated | 674 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings London 25 Beckenham Road , BR3 4PR | - not rated | 2,301 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgrove School Ltd 116 Widmore Road , BR1 3BE | - not rated | 2,448 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromley Trust Alternative Provision Academy Hayes Lane , BR2 9EA | 3out of 4 | 2,512 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| In2 Papadam | 13B Bromley Road, Beckenham | 1,051 yd | |
| Daisy Grey - Beckenham | 96 Wickham Road, Beckenham | 1,063 yd | |
| Parc Franglaises | 94 Wickham Road, Beckenham | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shortlands Tavern | Station Road, Shortlands | 744 yd | |
| Shortlands Golf Club | Meadow Road, Bromley | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fu Do | 79 Beckenham Lane, Bromley | 767 yd | |
| Village Fish And Chips | 89 Beckenham Lane, Bromley | 767 yd | |
| Shortlands Tandoori | 100 Martins Road, Bromley | 806 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Challoner School BROMLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 541 yd |
| Clare House Primary School Overbury Avenue | artificial grass pitch | 704 yd |
| St Barnabus Church Hall ST BARNABAS HALL ST BARNABAS HALL PERTH ROAD | 775 yd | |
| Shortlands Golf Club RAVENSBOURNE AVENUE | golf | 795 yd |
| St Peters Church Hall MALMAINS WAY | 922 yd | |
| Queensmead Recreation Ground QUEENSMEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Valley Primary School BECKENHAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 975 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.