Layhams Road is in West Wickham and in Bromley district. BR4 9HN is located in the Hayes & Coney Hall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Beckenham. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Layhams Road, West Wickham, BR4 9HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BR4 9HN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% 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 | 59% | 55% | -4.0% | 51.0% | 4.0% |
| Male | 41% | 45% | 4.0% | 49.0% | -4.0% |
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 | 32.1% | 37.5% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 48.2% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 3.2% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -5.9% |
| Widowed | 16.1% | 8.9% | -7.2% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 41.8% | 45.9% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 32.4% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 17% | 12.8% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 6.4% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 20.5% | 12.7% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 12.5% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 19.5% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 17.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 30.9% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 10.4% | 3.8% | -6.6% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 4.8% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.4% | 83% | -11.4% | 81.4% | 1.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.4% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 92.7% | 89.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 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 | 86.1% | 90.8% | 4.7% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.6% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.7% | 0.2% | -12.5% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Layhams Road was 44.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.7% higher than the Hayes & Coney Hall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Layhams Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Hayes & Coney Hall and the 404th lowest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. John Rigby School Layhams Road, West Wickham, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £4,311,500 | 2016-11-04 | £4,583,091 |
| St. John Rigby School Layhams Road, West Wickham, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £5,400,000 | 2016-11-04 | £5,740,157 |
| St. John Rigby School Layhams Road, West Wickham, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £5,400,000 | 2016-11-04 | £5,740,157 |
| St. John Rigby School Layhams Road, West Wickham, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £4,311,500 | 2016-11-04 | £4,583,091 |
BR4 9HN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 9HN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 124 |
| Retired | 115 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wickham Common Primary School Gates Green Road , Coney Hall BR4 9DG | - not rated | 1,340 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wickham Common Primary School Gates Green Road , Coney Hall BR4 9DG | 3out of 4 | 1,340 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill Junior School Dunley Drive , CR0 0RJ | - not rated | 1,427 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill Infant School Dunley Drive , CR0 0RJ | - not rated | 1,427 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill Academy Dunley Drive , New Addington CR0 0RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,451 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayes School West Common Road , Hayes BR2 7DB | 4out of 4 | 2,238 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayes School West Common Road , Hayes BR2 7DB | - not rated | 2,238 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Girls Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BE | - not rated | 3,056 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 | 3,056 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,216 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London South East Colleges Rookery Lane , BR2 8HE | - not rated | 4,128 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wickham Court School Layhams Road , BR4 9HW | - not rated | 139 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheyne School Woodland Way , BR4 9LT | - not rated | 993 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhayes School for Boys 83 Corkscrew Hill , BR4 9BA | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Shaftesbury Nash College Croydon Road , Hayes BR2 7AG | - not rated | 1,264 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe School Hawes Lane , BR4 9AE | 4out of 4 | 1,424 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Kervan | 54 Croydon Road, West Wickham | 880 yd | |
| Sparrows Den - Cafe - Pitch & Putt | Sparrows Den Sports Ground, Corkscrew Hill | 891 yd | |
| Zana Restaurant | 35 Croydon Road, West Wickham | 935 yd | |
| Coneys Cafe | 41 Croydon Road, West Wickham | 954 yd | |
| Thai Elephant | 39 Croydon Road, West Wickham | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beccehamians Rugby Football Club | Old Beccehamian Rugby Football Club, Sparrows Den Sports Ground | 650 yd | |
| Wickham Theatre Centre | 62 Corkscrew Hill, West Wickham | 887 yd | |
| Coney Hall Bowling Club | Coney Hall Recreation Ground, Layhams Road | 904 yd | |
| Croydon Rugby Club | Croydon Rugby Football Club, 135 Addington Road | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Kervan Grill House | 54 Croydon Road, West Wickham | 880 yd | |
| Golden Valley | 72 Croydon Road, West Wickham | 966 yd | |
| Sea Dainties Fish Bar | 82 Croydon Road, West Wickham | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 42 - 46 Croydon Road, West Wickham | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Saints Catholic College (Closed) Layhams Road | 3 yd | |
| Spring Park LAYHAMS ROAD | grass pitches | 275 yd |
| Coney Recreation Ground CONEY HALL RECREATION GROUND CONEY HALL RECREATION GROUND CHURCH DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 403 yd |
| Beccehamians Rfc CORKSCREW HILL | grass pitches | 613 yd |
| Croydon Rfc (Council Pitches) ADDINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 915 yd |
| Croydon Rfc ADDINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 975 yd |
| West Wickham Cricket & Football Club GLEBE WAY | grass pitches | 1,085 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.