Woodland Way is in West Wickham and in Bromley district. BR4 9LU 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 9LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR4 9LG, BR4 9LH, BR4 9JZ, BR4 9NW, BR4 9LA, BR4 9NP, BR4 9LX, BR4 9RA, CR0 5AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BR4 9LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.2% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.8% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 9LU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.7% 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 | 22.7% | 21.1% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.1% | 69.7% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 25.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -6.7% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 (85.9%) 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 | 48.8% | 45.5% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 40.4% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 11.6% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around BR4 9LU this area, 9.3% 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.8% | 9.3% | 1.5% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 7.3% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 16.9% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 17.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.3% | 44% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 10.2% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| White | 89.4% | 87.6% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 92.4% | 90.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 89.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.8% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 0.7% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 2.5% | 13.5% | -11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.4% | 37.2% | -10.8% |
| Christian | 66.4% | 46.2% | 20.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodland Way was 31.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.1% lower than the Shortlands & Park Langley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodland Way has the 27th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Shortlands & Park Langley and the 257th lowest crime rate of 930 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 33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120A Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £945,000 | 2020-10-23 | £1,118,871 |
| 106 Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,200,000 | 2018-08-31 | £1,422,488 |
| 142 Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £975,000 | 2018-07-30 | £1,166,938 |
| 110 Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2016-09-29 | £1,821,691 |
| 122 Woodland Way, West Wickham, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £990,000 | 2014-09-05 | £1,417,760 |
BR4 9LU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% 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 9LU 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 9LU 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 | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 4,928 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 4,951 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 | 760 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Lodge Primary School Chamberlain Crescent , BR4 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill Academy Dunley Drive , New Addington CR0 0RJ | 1out of 4 | 1,577 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawes Down Primary School The Mead , BR4 0BA | 3out of 4 | 1,588 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Applegarth Academy Bygrove Fieldway , New Addington CR0 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,632 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley High School Performing Arts College Shirley Church Road , CR0 5EF | 2out of 4 | 2,159 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Park High (Croydon) Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,329 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coloma Convent Girls' School Upper Shirley Road , CR9 5AS | 4out of 4 | 2,377 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Girls Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BE | 3out of 4 | 2,489 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Boys South Eden Park Road , BR3 3BP | 3out of 4 | 2,519 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,802 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 | 3,684 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,286 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead Park Academy Monks Orchard Road , BR3 3BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe School Hawes Lane , BR4 9AE | 4out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St David's Prep Justin Hall , Beckenham Road BR4 0QS | - not rated | 1,839 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Livability Nash College Croydon Road , Hayes BR2 7AG | - not rated | 2,061 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Children And Family Centre | Spring Park Childrens Centre, 34 Lilac Gardens | 762 yd | |
| Sparrows Den - Cafe - Pitch & Putt | Sparrows Den Sports Ground, Corkscrew Hill | 830 yd | |
| KPS Fast Food | 11 Broom Road, Croydon | 878 yd | |
| Heidi's Cafe | 17 Broom Road, Croydon | 878 yd | |
| Ollie Polly Play Cafe | 25 High Street, West Wickham | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croydon Rugby Club | Croydon Rugby Football Club, 135 Addington Road | 413 yd | |
| Wickham Theatre Centre | 62 Corkscrew Hill, West Wickham | 799 yd | |
| The Apple Tree | The Apple Tree Public House, 1 - 3 Broom Road | 907 yd | |
| Beccehamians Rugby Football Club | Old Beccehamian Rugby Football Club, Sparrows Den Sports Ground | 995 yd | |
| West Wickham Bowling Club | Silver Lane, West Wickham | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMM Fried Chicken And Pizza | 19B Broom Road, Croydon | 878 yd | |
| Saucy Shells & Co | 17 Broom Road, Croydon | 878 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 27 High Street, West Wickham | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 2A Glebe Way, West Wickham | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Croydon Rfc (Council Pitches) ADDINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 351 yd |
| Croydon Rfc ADDINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 522 yd |
| Beccehamians Rfc CORKSCREW HILL | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Forest Academy BRIDLE ROAD | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Spring Park LAYHAMS ROAD | grass pitches | 937 yd |
| All Saints Catholic College (Closed) Layhams Road | 1,076 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 | 194.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.