Croydon Road is in Keston and in Bromley district. BR2 6EH is located in the Bromley Common & Holwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Beckenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Croydon Road, Keston, BR2 6EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR2 8PX, BR2 6EL, BR2 8QA, BR2 6HQ, BR2 6EJ, BR2 8PP, BR2 6HG, BR2 8PL, BR2 6HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BR2 6EH 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 | 51.1% | 51.2% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.8% | -0.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of BR2 6EH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.1% | 31.5% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.5% | 59.3% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 15.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 4.1% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 3.8% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (90.3%) 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 | 55% | 61.5% | 6.5% | 48.4% | 13.1% |
| Good health | 33% | 28.8% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 7.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 1.6% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 14.8% | 10.5% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 10.5% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 17.8% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 15.6% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.3% | 40% | 2.7% | 33.8% | 6.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 7.3% | 7.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | 4.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 89.9% | 88.1% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 6.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 91.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 91.3% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.5% | 91.6% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.9% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.3% | 0.3% | -10.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.7% | 76.7% | 18.0% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.1% | 13.5% | -11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 6.3% | 1.7% | 4.6% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Croydon Road was 20.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Bromley Common & Holwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Croydon Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Bromley Common & Holwood and the 125th lowest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 59.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 Landau House, 67 Croydon Road, Keston, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-03-31 | £316,719 |
| 31 Croydon Road, Keston, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2020-12-03 | £962,358 |
| 31A Croydon Road, Keston, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2018-06-01 | £862,267 |
| Flat 3 Landau House, 67 Croydon Road, Keston, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2014-03-24 | £309,201 |
| Flat 2 Landau House, 67 Croydon Road, Keston, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2014-01-28 | £289,193 |
BR2 6EH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
BR2 6EH 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 | 89 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 26 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keston Church of England Primary School Lakes Road , BR2 6BN | 3out of 4 | 961 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England Primary School Princes Plain , BR2 8LD | 3out of 4 | 1,687 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayes Primary School George Lane , Hayes BR2 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,828 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood Junior School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 3out of 4 | 1,879 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 4out of 4 | 1,879 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravens Wood School Oakley Road , BR2 8HP | 3out of 4 | 389 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Bishop Justus CofE School Magpie Hall Lane , BR2 8HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,682 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayes School West Common Road , Hayes BR2 7DB | 4out of 4 | 1,762 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 3out of 4 | 1,879 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newstead Wood School Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | 4out of 4 | 2,595 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 2,354 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baston House School Baston Road , Hayes BR2 7AB | - not rated | 1,373 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLC The Learning Centre Princes Plain , Bromley BR2 8LD | - not rated | 1,687 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Livability Nash College Croydon Road , Hayes BR2 7AG | - not rated | 2,642 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wickham Court School Layhams Road , BR4 9HW | - not rated | 3,384 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromley Trust Alternative Provision Academy Hayes Lane , BR2 9EA | 3out of 4 | 3,432 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapter One | Chapter One Restaurant, Farnborough Common | 891 yd | |
| Yasmin | 149 Hastings Road, Bromley | 952 yd | |
| Cafe / Pie 'n' Mash | 139 Hastings Road, Bromley | 952 yd | |
| Cyprianis | 368 Crofton Road, Orpington | 988 yd | |
| The Drawing Room | 405 Crofton Road, Orpington | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two Doves | 37 Oakley Road, Bromley | 662 yd | |
| Holmesdale Football Club | 7 Oakley Road, Bromley | 812 yd | |
| Bromley Common Cricket Club - The Grove | Bromley Common Cricket Club, Oakley Road | 897 yd | |
| The British Queen | British Queen, 427 Crofton Road | 996 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 4 Commonside, Keston | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Great White | 147 Hastings Road, Bromley | 952 yd | |
| Tom Bell Traditional Fish \& Chips | 409 Crofton Road, Orpington | 996 yd | |
| El Kervan | 409B Crofton Road, Orpington | 1,018 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | J Sainsbury Plc, Pallant Way | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, Pallant Way | 1,054 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ravens Wood School OAKLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 523 yd |
| Holmesdale Football Club OAKLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 956 yd |
| Keston Church Of England Primary School LAKES ROAD | 993 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 | 64.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 237.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 29.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.