Silver Lane is in West Wickham and in Bromley district. BR4 0SQ 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 Silver Lane, West Wickham, BR4 0SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR4 0SG, BR4 0SE, BR4 0SA, BR4 9AA, BR4 0SH, BR4 0SD, BR4 9AB, BR4 0DQ, BR4 9AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BR4 0SQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% of residents 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 | 53.9% | 55.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 46.1% | 44.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 | 28.5% | 27.6% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 44.1% | -7.4% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 10.6% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 16.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 10.0% |
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% | 46.2% | 5.2% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 37.7% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 11% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.5% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 26.3% | 19% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 11.5% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.2% | 16.3% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4.8% | 3.7% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 17.1% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 29% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -4.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 90.5% | 88% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 93.7% | 89% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.5% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 88.7% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.6% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0.3% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silver Lane was 58.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.7% higher than the Shortlands & Park Langley average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Silver Lane has the 12th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Shortlands & Park Langley and the 406th highest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Silver Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2025-03-13 | £602,414 |
| 40 Silver Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2023-10-27 | £625,052 |
| 12 Silver Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2023-07-21 | £642,019 |
| 6 Silver Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2023-03-07 | £615,921 |
| 20 Silver Lane, West Wickham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £587,500 | 2021-09-17 | £653,651 |
BR4 0SQ 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 BR4 0SQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| 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 | 5,330 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawes Down Junior School The Mead , BR4 0BA | - not rated | 284 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawes Down Infant School The Mead , BR4 0BA | - not rated | 284 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawes Down Primary School The Mead , BR4 0BA | 3out of 4 | 284 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawes Down Junior School The Mead , BR4 0BA | - not rated | 284 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Lodge Primary School Chamberlain Crescent , BR4 0LJ | - not rated | 1,482 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Catholic School Layhams Road , BR4 9HN | - not rated | 1,295 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Girls Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BE | - not rated | 1,806 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Girls Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BE | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Boys South Eden Park Road , BR3 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,957 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Boys Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BP | - not rated | 1,957 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 3,526 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Ruskin College Selsdon Park Road , CR2 8JJ | - not rated | 3,933 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glebe School Hawes Lane , BR4 9AE | 4out of 4 | 214 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe School Hawes Lane , BR4 9AE | - not rated | 214 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhayes School for Boys 83 Corkscrew Hill , BR4 9BA | - not rated | 471 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cheyne School Woodland Way , BR4 9LT | - not rated | 862 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury Nash College Croydon Road , Hayes BR2 7AG | - not rated | 1,075 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 38 Glebe Way, West Wickham | 285 yd | |
| Sonargaon Tandoori | 42 Glebe Way, West Wickham | 285 yd | |
| H2OCR | 48 Glebe Way, West Wickham | 285 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza | 1 Bell Parade, Glebe Way | 488 yd | |
| Sparrows Den - Cafe - Pitch & Putt | Sparrows Den Sports Ground, Corkscrew Hill | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wickham Bowling Club | Silver Lane, West Wickham | 237 yd | |
| Ex Blues Club | 118 Pickhurst Rise, West Wickham | 482 yd | |
| Wickham Theatre Centre | 62 Corkscrew Hill, West Wickham | 514 yd | |
| The Real Ale Way | 75 Station Road, West Wickham | 545 yd | |
| Beccehamians Rugby Football Club | Old Beccehamian Rugby Football Club, Sparrows Den Sports Ground | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa John's Pizza | 60 Glebe Way, West Wickham | 285 yd | |
| Ferro's Fish & Chips | 32 Glebe Way, West Wickham | 285 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 111 Station Road, West Wickham | 538 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 27 High Street, West Wickham | 607 yd | |
| Dennis's Chippy | 14 Addington Road, West Wickham | 665 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 2A Glebe Way, West Wickham | 470 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 - 82 Station Road, West Wickham | 611 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 100 High Street, West Wickham | 898 yd | |
| Co-op | 42 - 46 Croydon Road, West Wickham | 945 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 143 High Street, West Wickham | 1,048 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glebe School HAWES LANE | grass pitches | 210 yd |
| West Wickham Cricket & Football Club GLEBE WAY | grass pitches | 211 yd |
| Hawes Down Primary School THE MEAD | grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Ex Blues Club PICKHURST RISE | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| Old Wilsonians Sports Ground Hayes Hill | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 628 yd |
| Beccehamians Rfc CORKSCREW HILL | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Wickham Park Sports Club WICKHAM PARK SPORTS CLUB WICKHAM PARK SPORTS CLUB PICKHURST RISE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 728 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 | 772 yd |
| Coney Hall Football Club TIEPIGS LANE | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Spring Park LAYHAMS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,025 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 197.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.