Central Terrace is in Beckenham and in Bromley district. BR3 4RF 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 Central Terrace, Beckenham, BR3 4RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR3 4RD, BR3 4RE, BR3 4RQ, BR3 4RG, BR3 4NU, BR3 4NT, BR3 4NP, BR3 4NX, BR3 4PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BR3 4RF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49% | 49.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 40.1% | 39% | -1.1% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 45.7% | 4.2% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 7.6% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 6.7% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 41.2% | 36.1% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 40.1% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 17.1% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 20.8% | 23.8% | 3.0% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 13.8% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 13.8% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 3.3% | -3.5% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 15.7% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 27.6% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.1% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.9% | 7.9% | 3.0% | 1.0% | 6.9% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.5% | 1.2% | -3.3% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 82% | 73.1% | -8.9% | 81.4% | -8.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 86.1% | 81.9% | -4.2% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 4.7% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 82.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.4% | 13.4% | 9.8% | 3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 3.6% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.6% | 0.4% | -10.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.6% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 5.9% | 6.5% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Central Terrace was 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.2% lower than the Clock House average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Central Terrace has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Clock House and the 342nd lowest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 24.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Central Terrace, Beckenham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-11-01 | £280,374 |
| 9 Central Terrace, Beckenham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-11-03 | £265,111 |
| 9 Central Terrace, Beckenham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2020-06-17 | £252,632 |
| 3 Central Terrace, Beckenham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2000-07-02 | £244,648 |
| 9 Central Terrace, Beckenham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1995-02-25 | £274,725 |
BR3 4RF 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 | 65 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 1,954 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 | 3,363 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 3,388 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,929 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,943 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 | 433 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stewart Fleming Primary School Witham Road , Anerley SE20 7YB | 4out of 4 | 530 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balgowan Primary School Balgowan Road , BR3 4HJ | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Kent House High Street , Penge SE20 7QR | 4out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,537 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 1,667 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 4out of 4 | 1,822 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Beckenham Manor Way , BR3 3SJ | 4out of 4 | 2,042 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,117 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 5,006 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 | 2,728 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 | 1,282 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,117 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 2,384 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sydenham High School GDST 19 Westwood Hill , Sydenham SE26 6BL | - not rated | 2,855 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Christophers The Hall School 49 Bromley Road , BR3 5PA | - not rated | 2,938 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graces Bar & Grill | 1 Witham Road, Penge | 507 yd | |
| Mega Cafe | 78 Elmers End Road, Penge | 645 yd | |
| Hazelnut Fleur | 124 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 695 yd | |
| Beckenham Curry Club | 4 Goodwood Parade, Upper Elmers End Road | 821 yd | |
| El Molino | 251 Beckenham Road, Beckenham | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals Soccer Centre | Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 451 yd | |
| Beckenham Social Club | 89 - 91 Churchfields Road, Beckenham | 658 yd | |
| The Elm Tree | 116 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 703 yd | |
| Conservative Club | West Beckenham Conservative Club Lt, 1 Sidney Road | 768 yd | |
| Br3wery Limited | 253 Beckenham Road, Beckenham | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modern China | 113 Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 468 yd | |
| Elmers Kebab | 86 Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 543 yd | |
| Richie Spice | 73 - 75 Elmers End Road, Penge | 609 yd | |
| Blue Sea Fish Bar | 81 Elmers End Road, Penge | 609 yd | |
| Baristo Ltd | Elmers End Railway Station, Elmers End Road | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 70 - 72 Elmers End Road, Penge | 645 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Croydon Road | 855 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 902 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 185 Beckenham Road, Beckenham | 944 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 204 - 212 High Street, Penge | 963 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Churchfields Primary School CHURCHFIELDS CHILDREN AND FAMILY CENTRE CHURCHFIELDS CHILDREN AND FAMILY CENTRE CHURCHFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches | 128 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Beckenham) ELMERS END ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 601 yd |
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 653 yd |
| Royston Field RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND FRANKLIN ROAD | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Kent House HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 1,058 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.08 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.