Woodland Way is in West Wickham and in Bromley district. BR4 9LS 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 Woodland Way, West Wickham, BR4 9LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR4 9LR, BR4 9LD, BR4 9LB, BR4 9JX, BR4 9NH, BR4 9LP, BR4 9JT, BR4 9LL, BR4 9NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BR4 9LS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 51.2% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 45.8% | 48.8% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 9LS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% 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 | 24.8% | 24.8% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 60.6% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 6.2% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 6% | 5.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 52.6% | 49.2% | -3.4% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 36.2% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 10.8% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
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 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.2% | 10% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 11.2% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 10.9% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 4.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 15.3% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.5% | 45.8% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 91.8% | 82.8% | -9.0% | 81.4% | 1.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 90.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 90.4% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 90.6% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.4% | 9.4% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 76.7% | 17.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.3% | 13.5% | -9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodland Way was 33.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.3% lower than the Shortlands & Park Langley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Woodland Way has the 26th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Shortlands & Park Langley and the 276th lowest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Kathleen Moore Court, 44 Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2005-07-22 | £275,138 |
| 9 Kathleen Moore Court, 44 Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2003-02-28 | £220,126 |
| 4 Kathleen Moore Court, 44 Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2001-01-12 | £214,286 |
| 4 Kathleen Moore Court, 44 Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £49,000 | 1997-10-10 | £227,907 |
| 9 Kathleen Moore Court, 44 Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £18,720 | 1995-04-10 | £103,425 |
BR4 9LS 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 9LS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 117 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 4,830 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 5,116 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Academy Bridle Road , Shirley CR0 8HQ | 2out of 4 | 994 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawes Down Primary School The Mead , BR4 0BA | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Lodge Primary School Chamberlain Crescent , BR4 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Park Primary School Hawksbrook Lane , BR3 3FG | 3out of 4 | 1,792 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Benson West Way , Shirley CR0 8RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,929 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,911 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Boys South Eden Park Road , BR3 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,973 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Orchard Park High (Croydon) Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,108 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley High School Performing Arts College Shirley Church Road , CR0 5EF | 2out of 4 | 2,464 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coloma Convent Girls' School Upper Shirley Road , CR9 5AS | 4out of 4 | 2,686 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | 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 | 4,296 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 | 3,709 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 975 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead Park Academy Monks Orchard Road , BR3 3BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St David's Prep Justin Hall , Beckenham Road BR4 0QS | - not rated | 1,282 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wickham Court School Layhams Road , BR4 9HW | - not rated | 1,325 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Livability Nash College Croydon Road , Hayes BR2 7AG | - not rated | 1,727 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparrows Den - Cafe - Pitch & Putt | Sparrows Den Sports Ground, Corkscrew Hill | 425 yd | |
| Roast Bistro | 2 Bell Parade, Glebe Way | 436 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza | 1 Bell Parade, Glebe Way | 436 yd | |
| Wickham Bay | 19 High Street, West Wickham | 445 yd | |
| Pizza Express / Mac & Wings | 3 High Street, West Wickham | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wickham Theatre Centre | 62 Corkscrew Hill, West Wickham | 404 yd | |
| West Wickham Bowling Club | Silver Lane, West Wickham | 485 yd | |
| The Swan | 2 High Street, West Wickham | 499 yd | |
| The Real Ale Way | 75 Station Road, West Wickham | 593 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | 135 High Street, West Wickham | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 27 High Street, West Wickham | 445 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 60 Glebe Way, West Wickham | 487 yd | |
| Ferro's Fish & Chips | 32 Glebe Way, West Wickham | 487 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 111 Station Road, West Wickham | 535 yd | |
| Subway | 116 High Street, West Wickham | 699 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 2A Glebe Way, West Wickham | 432 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 - 82 Station Road, West Wickham | 613 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 100 High Street, West Wickham | 631 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 143 High Street, West Wickham | 717 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Wickham Cricket & Football Club GLEBE WAY | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Beccehamians Rfc CORKSCREW HILL | grass pitches | 665 yd |
| Glebe School HAWES LANE | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Croydon Rfc (Council Pitches) ADDINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 927 yd |
| Spring Park LAYHAMS ROAD | grass pitches | 940 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 | 961 yd |
| Hawes Down Primary School THE MEAD | 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.