Pond Cottage Lane is in West Wickham and in Bromley district. BR4 0QD is located in the West Wickham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Beckenham. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pond Cottage Lane, West Wickham, BR4 0QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR0 8EH, CR0 8ED, BR4 0LQ, BR4 0NQ, BR4 9PQ, BR4 9PN, CR0 8EB, BR4 0NG, BR4 9PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BR4 0QD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.3% of the population 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 | 59.8% | 57.3% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 6.3% |
| Male | 40.2% | 42.7% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -6.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BR4 0QD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.3% | 43.4% | 3.1% | 37.9% | 5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.5% | 29.6% | 8.1% | 44.2% | -14.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 6.1% | 1.5% | -4.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 10.2% | -4.2% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 17.7% | 14.3% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 8.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.8% | 42.8% | 4.0% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 34% | 33.1% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 17.8% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 5.9% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 15.9% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 12.8% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 10.3% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.1% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 14.9% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.8% | 36.9% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 5.1% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 90.9% | 79.3% | -11.6% | 81.4% | -2.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 84.9% 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 | 89% | 84.9% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 5.9% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.6% | 84.2% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.6% | 1.3% | -8.3% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pond Cottage Lane was 38.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.5% higher than the Shortlands & Park Langley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pond Cottage Lane has the 23rd highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Shortlands & Park Langley and the 347th lowest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 Crittenden Lodge Pond Cottage Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2025-09-30 | £113,085 |
| Flat 18 Crittenden Lodge Pond Cottage Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-03-31 | £164,096 |
| Flat 8 Crittenden Lodge Pond Cottage Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £103,400 | 2025-02-12 | £102,317 |
| Flat 7 Crittenden Lodge Pond Cottage Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-06-30 | £220,794 |
| Flat 16 Crittenden Lodge Pond Cottage Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-02-17 | £239,119 |
BR4 0QD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Education | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | 3,922 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 4,383 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre 23 Dagnall Park , South Norwood SE25 5PL | 3out of 4 | 5,074 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Lodge Primary School Chamberlain Crescent , BR4 0LJ | - not rated | 358 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Lodge Primary School Chamberlain Crescent , BR4 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 358 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Academy Bridle Road , Shirley CR0 8HQ | 3out of 4 | 908 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Park Primary School Bridle Road , Shirley CR0 8HQ | - not rated | 908 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Park Junior School Bridle Road , Shirley CR0 8HQ | - not rated | 908 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edenham High School Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | - not rated | 1,183 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Park High School Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Boys South Eden Park Road , BR3 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Boys Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BP | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Girls Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BE | - not rated | 1,427 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Ruskin College Selsdon Park Road , CR2 8JJ | - not rated | 3,486 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 4,679 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London South East Colleges Rookery Lane , BR2 8HE | - not rated | 4,744 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 5,326 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckmead School Monks Orchard Road , BR3 3BZ | - not rated | 149 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead Park Academy Monks Orchard Road , BR3 3BZ | - not rated | 149 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St David's Prep Justin Hall , Beckenham Road BR4 0QS | - not rated | 807 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheyne School Woodland Way , BR4 9LT | - not rated | 1,253 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhayes School for Boys 83 Corkscrew Hill , BR4 9BA | - not rated | 1,286 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nest | 802 Wickham Road, Croydon | 156 yd | |
| Wickham Cafe | 138 High Street, West Wickham | 384 yd | |
| KFC | KFC West Wickham Drive-Thru Restaur, 206 High Street | 384 yd | |
| Topolino | 130 High Street, West Wickham | 384 yd | |
| Curry Corner | 114 High Street, West Wickham | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf | 135 High Street, West Wickham | 398 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club | 40 Ravenswood Crescent, West Wickham | 761 yd | |
| The Swan | 2 High Street, West Wickham | 784 yd | |
| The Real Ale Way | 75 Station Road, West Wickham | 920 yd | |
| The Railway | Railway Hotel, Red Lodge Road | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peking Garden | Peking Garden Chinese Restaurant, 822 Wickham Road | 127 yd | |
| The Fish Bar | 800 Wickham Road, Croydon | 156 yd | |
| Shirley Bar-B-Q Pit | 808 Wickham Road, Croydon | 156 yd | |
| Subway | 116 High Street, West Wickham | 475 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 27 High Street, West Wickham | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 143 High Street, West Wickham | 398 yd | |
| Tesco (3386) | Tesco Express Filling Station, 564-566 Wickham Road | 529 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 100 High Street, West Wickham | 547 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 - 82 Station Road, West Wickham | 858 yd | |
| Lidl | 2A Glebe Way, West Wickham | 978 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beckmead School MONKS ORCHARD ROAD | 141 yd | |
| Oak Lodge Primary School Chamberlain Crescent | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Bethlem Royal Hospital BETHLEM ROYAL HOSPITAL BETHLEM ROYAL HOSPITAL MONKS ORCHARD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 467 yd |
| Blake Recreation Ground BLAKE RECREATION GROUND BLAKE RECREATION GROUND BECKENHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 629 yd |
| Forest Academy BRIDLE ROAD | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Parkfields PARKFIELDS | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| 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 | 967 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.