Hollingworth Road is in Petts Wood, Orpington and in Bromley district. BR5 1AQ is located in the Petts Wood & Knoll electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Orpington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hollingworth Road, Petts Wood, Orpington, BR5 1AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR5 1AD, BR5 1AG, BR2 8BY, BR5 1AF, BR5 1AH, BR2 8BZ, BR5 1AE, BR5 1AJ, BR2 8BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BR5 1AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 51.7% | -4.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 43.5% | 48.3% | 4.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 BR5 1AQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 17.9% | 25% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.1% | 61.8% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 8.6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 49.6% | 45.3% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 40.8% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 10.2% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 24.8% | 13.7% | -11.1% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 13.7% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 14.2% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 11.9% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28% | 39.7% | 11.7% | 33.8% | 5.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| White | 96.2% | 92.4% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 96.2% | 92.8% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 92.5% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hollingworth Road was 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.4% lower than the Bickley & Sundridge average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hollingworth Road has the 41st lowest crime rate of 164 local areas in Bickley & Sundridge and the 271st lowest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Hollingworth Road, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2024-10-11 | £649,379 |
| 31 Hollingworth Road, Orpington, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2024-06-25 | £749,712 |
| 47 Hollingworth Road, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £606,000 | 2022-10-18 | £616,886 |
| 29 Hollingworth Road, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £737,000 | 2022-09-15 | £757,039 |
| 34 Hollingworth Road, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £592,500 | 2021-06-29 | £669,518 |
BR5 1AQ 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 BR5 1AQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southborough Primary School Southborough Lane , BR2 8AA | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Roman Catholic Primary School Maybury Close , Petts Wood BR5 1BL | 4out of 4 | 697 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton Junior School Towncourt Lane , BR5 1EL | 4out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England Primary School Princes Plain , BR2 8LD | 3out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton Infant School Towncourt Lane , Petts Wood BR5 1EL | 4out of 4 | 1,416 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Justus CofE School Magpie Hall Lane , BR2 8HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newstead Wood School Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | 4out of 4 | 2,312 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Darrick Wood School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 3out of 4 | 2,338 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravens Wood School Oakley Road , BR2 8HP | 3out of 4 | 2,682 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Bullers Wood School for Boys Chislehurst Road , BR1 2NW | - not rated | 2,949 yd | Free schools | 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 | 2,048 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLC The Learning Centre Princes Plain , Bromley BR2 8LD | - not rated | 1,310 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromley High School Blackbrook Lane , Bickley BR1 2TW | - not rated | 1,359 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bickley Park School 24 Page Heath Lane , Bickley BR1 2DS | - not rated | 2,440 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Marjorie McClure School Hawkwood Lane , BR7 5PW | 4out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromley Trust Alternative Provision Academy Hayes Lane , BR2 9EA | 3out of 4 | 3,122 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvester - Crooked Billet | Crooked Billet, 286 Southborough Lane | 872 yd | |
| Costa | 79 Queensway, Petts Wood | 919 yd | |
| Bella Vita Deli | 87 Queensway, Petts Wood | 919 yd | |
| Troy | 101 Queensway, Petts Wood | 919 yd | |
| Uskudar | 61 Queensway, Petts Wood | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral Sea | 103 Queensway, Petts Wood | 919 yd | |
| The Sovereign Of The Seas | 109 - 111 Queensway, Petts Wood | 941 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club | Petts Wood Royal British Legion Clu, Queensway | 968 yd | |
| Petts Wood Snooker Club | Petts Wood Snooker & American Pool, West Approach | 980 yd | |
| Vault And Vine | 18 Station Square, Petts Wood | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Do | 85 Queensway, Petts Wood | 919 yd | |
| El Kervan | 71 Queensway, Petts Wood | 919 yd | |
| Britannia Fish Bar | 95 Queensway, Petts Wood | 919 yd | |
| Pizza Go Go | 4 Chatsworth Parade, Petts Wood | 969 yd | |
| Petts Wood Kebab House | 13 Chatsworth Parade, Petts Wood | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrison, 70 Queensway | 968 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southborough Primary School SOUTHBOROUGH LANE | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| Petts Wood Recreation Ground SPORTS PAVILION SPORTS PAVILION EYNSFORD CLOSE | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Parkfield Recreation Ground PARKFIELD WAY | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Petts Wood Methodist Church Halls LAKESWOOD ROAD | 882 yd | |
| John Cooper Ground (Old Bromleians Fc) LOWER GRAVEL ROAD | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Oakley Fitness CHATSWORTH PARADE | health and fitness suite | 975 yd |
| Crofton Junior School TOWNCOURT LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,045 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 196.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.