The Avenue is in West Wickham and in Bromley district. BR4 0DY is located in the West Wickham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Beckenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Avenue, West Wickham, BR4 0DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR4 0AA, BR4 0EP, BR4 0AB, BR4 0AL, BR4 0EN, BR4 0AJ, BR4 0BD, BR4 0BL, BR4 0EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BR4 0DY has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 49.2% | 48% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 50.8% | 52% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 BR4 0DY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.4% 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 | 18.8% | 27.1% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.3% | 66.4% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 22.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -6.9% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 2.5% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.6%) 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 | 54.8% | 63% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 14.6% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 26.6% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 8.1% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 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 BR4 0DY this area, 7.6% 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 44.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.8% | 7.6% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 5.8% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 14.5% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 2.5% | -2.3% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 23.3% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.9% | 44.4% | 9.5% | 33.8% | 10.6% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.8% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.3% 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% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 88.7% | 81.3% | -7.4% | 81.4% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 91% | 87.3% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 86.6% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.2% | 11.2% | 9.8% | 1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 0.3% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 2.2% | 13.5% | -11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.8% | 37.2% | -11.4% |
| Christian | 62.2% | 46.2% | 16.0% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Avenue was 22.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.0% lower than the Shortlands & Park Langley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Avenue has the 20th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Shortlands & Park Langley and the 153rd lowest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 The Avenue, West Wickham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2024-07-18 | £757,158 |
| 4 The Avenue, West Wickham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £695,000 | 2024-04-26 | £773,064 |
| 36 The Avenue, West Wickham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £667,000 | 2020-12-02 | £785,612 |
| 2 The Avenue, West Wickham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £705,000 | 2020-02-03 | £876,510 |
| 10 The Avenue, West Wickham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2019-12-11 | £797,834 |
BR4 0DY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
BR4 0DY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 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 | 4,691 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Park Primary School Hawksbrook Lane , BR3 3FG | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawes Down Primary School The Mead , BR4 0BA | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Lodge Primary School Chamberlain Crescent , BR4 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 996 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Unicorn Primary School Creswell Drive , BR3 3AL | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pickhurst Infant Academy Pickhurst Lane , BR4 0HL | 4out of 4 | 1,407 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Park School for Girls Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BE | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Boys South Eden Park Road , BR3 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Orchard Park High (Croydon) Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,027 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Beckenham Manor Way , BR3 3SJ | 4out of 4 | 2,355 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park High School Balmoral Avenue , BR3 3RD | - not rated | 2,513 yd | Free schools | 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 | 3,591 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 5,383 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 | 3,880 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St David's Prep Justin Hall , Beckenham Road BR4 0QS | - not rated | 579 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe School Hawes Lane , BR4 9AE | 4out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead Park Academy Monks Orchard Road , BR3 3BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Livability Nash College Croydon Road , Hayes BR2 7AG | - not rated | 1,862 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wickham Court School Layhams Road , BR4 9HW | - not rated | 2,187 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grind Cafe | 8 Red Lodge Road, West Wickham | 309 yd | |
| Prima Donnas | 1 - 3 Red Lodge Road, West Wickham | 309 yd | |
| Raifes Coffee And Artisan Bakery | 5 Red Lodge Road, West Wickham | 326 yd | |
| Marmaris | 21 - 23 Ravenswood Crescent, West Wickham | 587 yd | |
| Feel Good Cafe | 91 Station Road, West Wickham | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railway | Railway Hotel, Red Lodge Road | 284 yd | |
| Ex Blues Club | 118 Pickhurst Rise, West Wickham | 509 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club | 40 Ravenswood Crescent, West Wickham | 533 yd | |
| Wickham Park Sports Club | 228 Pickhurst Rise, West Wickham | 619 yd | |
| The Real Ale Way | 75 Station Road, West Wickham | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Grill | 7 Red Lodge Road, West Wickham | 309 yd | |
| Lodge Fish Bar | 9 Red Lodge Road, West Wickham | 309 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 111 Station Road, West Wickham | 723 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 60 Glebe Way, West Wickham | 818 yd | |
| Ferro's Fish & Chips | 32 Glebe Way, West Wickham | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 76 - 82 Station Road, West Wickham | 667 yd | |
| Lidl | 2A Glebe Way, West Wickham | 817 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 100 High Street, West Wickham | 902 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 143 High Street, West Wickham | 1,013 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Wickham Leisure Centre WEST WICKHAM LEISURE CENTRE AND CAR PARK WEST WICKHAM LEISURE CENTRE AND CAR PARK HAWES LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 349 yd |
| Ex Blues Club PICKHURST RISE | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| Blake Recreation Ground BLAKE RECREATION GROUND BLAKE RECREATION GROUND BECKENHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| Hawes Down Primary School THE MEAD | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Wickham Park Sports Club WICKHAM PARK SPORTS CLUB WICKHAM PARK SPORTS CLUB PICKHURST RISE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 742 yd |
| Langley Park Golf Club BARNFIELD WOOD ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite | 759 yd |
| Glebe School HAWES LANE | grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Old Wilsonians Sports Ground Hayes Hill | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 816 yd |
| Harvington Sports Ground (Eden Park) SOUTH EDEN PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 890 yd |
| Club Langley LANGLEY PARK SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB LANGLEY PARK SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB HAWKSBROOK LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 918 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 | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.4% |
| 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 | 209.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.