St James'S Avenue is in Beckenham and in Bromley district. BR3 4HG is located in the Clock House electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewisham West and Penge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St James's Avenue, Beckenham, BR3 4HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR3 4HF, BR3 4LG, BR3 4DH, BR3 4LQ, BR3 4ER, BR3 4FB, BR3 4LF, BR3 4DE, BR3 4LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BR3 4HG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 49.7% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 51% | 50.3% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 BR3 4HG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% 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 | 24.8% | 27.2% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 60.5% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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%) 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 | 51% | 65.2% | 14.2% | 48.4% | 16.8% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 24.8% | -11.1% | 33.6% | -8.8% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 6.8% | -4.0% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 BR3 4HG this area, 8.7% 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 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 8.7% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7.9% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 11.2% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 15.7% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.7% | 50% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.9% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.1% 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% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 89.2% | 85.1% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 3.7% |
In this area, 86% 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 | 90.2% | 86% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 2.8% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 7.1% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.6% | 85.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 11% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.8% | 0.3% | -8.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St James'S Avenue was 17.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.9% lower than the Clock House average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
St James'S Avenue has the 7th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Clock House and the 100th lowest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 St James'S Avenue, Beckenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2025-03-26 | £557,172 |
| 24 St James'S Avenue, Beckenham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2021-03-26 | £609,177 |
| 68 St James'S Avenue, Beckenham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £865,000 | 2017-09-06 | £1,061,305 |
| 22 St James'S Avenue, Beckenham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2017-06-16 | £647,287 |
| 12 St James'S Avenue, Beckenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2017-03-31 | £749,073 |
BR3 4HG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BR3 4HG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 2,227 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre 23 Dagnall Park , South Norwood SE25 5PL | 2out of 4 | 3,705 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 3,857 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 4,056 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 4,537 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchfields Primary School Churchfields Road , BR3 4QY | 3out of 4 | 555 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balgowan Primary School Balgowan Road , BR3 4HJ | 3out of 4 | 585 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marian Vian Primary School Shirley Crescent , Elmers End BR3 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stewart Fleming Primary School Witham Road , Anerley SE20 7YB | 4out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Manor Way , BR3 3SJ | 4out of 4 | 1,221 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Park High School Balmoral Avenue , BR3 3RD | - not rated | 937 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Beckenham Manor Way , BR3 3SJ | 4out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,660 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 1,837 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Orchard Park High (Croydon) Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,188 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 2,575 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 5,151 yd | Further education | 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 | 2,642 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings London 25 Beckenham Road , BR3 4PR | - not rated | 1,028 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christophers The Hall School 49 Bromley Road , BR3 5PA | - not rated | 2,461 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,575 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 2,808 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St David's Prep Justin Hall , Beckenham Road BR4 0QS | - not rated | 2,904 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goodfella Vapes & Coffee | 129 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 230 yd | |
| Sunrise Cafe | 115 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 230 yd | |
| Top Hut Pizza | 113 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 230 yd | |
| Ates Mangal Meze Bar | 133 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 248 yd | |
| Our Kitchen | 135 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 248 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elm Tree | 116 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 285 yd | |
| Beckenham Rugby Football Club | Balmoral Avenue, Beckenham | 482 yd | |
| Goals Soccer Centre | Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 598 yd | |
| David Lloyd Leisure | Stanhope Grove, Beckenham | 822 yd | |
| Beckenham Social Club | 89 - 91 Churchfields Road, Beckenham | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chai & Chaat | 120 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 282 yd | |
| Blue Planet Fish & Chips | 4 Eden Park Avenue, Beckenham | 304 yd | |
| Yolkin Ltd | 49 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 434 yd | |
| Metro Kebab | 51 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 441 yd | |
| Chickizza | 251 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Croydon Road | 627 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 185 Beckenham Road, Beckenham | 995 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 408 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beckenham Rugby Football Club BALMORAL AVENUE | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| Churchfields Primary School CHURCHFIELDS CHILDREN AND FAMILY CENTRE CHURCHFIELDS CHILDREN AND FAMILY CENTRE CHURCHFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches | 559 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Beckenham) ELMERS END ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 588 yd |
| Stanhope Recreation Ground (Eden Park) STANHOPE GROVE | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Beckenham) STANHOPE GROVE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool | 881 yd |
| Croydon Road Recreation Ground (Kesley Park) VILLAGE WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 912 yd |
| The Spa At Beckenham BECKENHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,079 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 | 61.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.