Broad Oak Close is in Orpington and in Bromley district. BR5 2TL is located in the St Paul's Cray electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromley and Chislehurst. This postcode has been in use since 1986-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broad Oak Close, Orpington, BR5 2TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR5 2TZ, BR5 2SE, BR5 2SF, BR5 2RJ, BR5 2SD, BR5 2RW, BR5 2RY, BR5 2PZ, BR5 2SG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BR5 2TL has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 64.9% | 56.3% | -8.6% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 35.1% | 43.7% | 8.6% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
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 | 25.6% | 39.8% | 14.2% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.3% | 31.8% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 10.4% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 29.4% | 13.7% | -15.7% | 6.1% | 7.6% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.1% | 35.5% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 23.7% | 32.8% | 9.1% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 30.1% | 14.1% | -16.0% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 12.4% | 12.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 8.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 5% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 3.8% |
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 BR5 2TL this area, 30.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45% | 30.8% | -14.2% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 11.7% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 10.7% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.2% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 16.8% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 22% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.7% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.2% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 8.7% | 5.7% | -3.0% | 2.5% | 3.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 84.6% | 78.2% | -6.4% | 81.4% | -3.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 84.5% 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 | 86.3% | 84.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 5.4% | 3% | -2.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 4.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86% | 85.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 9.1% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.4% | 1.5% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broad Oak Close was 306.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 397.5% higher than the Chislehurst average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Broad Oak Close has the highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Chislehurst and the 39th highest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 103.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Broad Oak Close, Orpington, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2019-03-08 | £324,442 |
| 14 Broad Oak Close, Orpington, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2015-01-09 | £255,344 |
| 14 Broad Oak Close, Orpington, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £62,995 | 1998-09-25 | £318,736 |
BR5 2TL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midfield Primary School Grovelands Road , St Paul's Cray BR5 3EG | 4out of 4 | 753 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leesons Primary School Leesons Hill , St Paul's Cray BR5 2GA | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School St Paul's Wood Hill , BR5 2SR | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gray's Farm Primary Academy Gray's Farm Road , St Paul's Cray BR5 3AD | 3out of 4 | 963 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poverest Primary School Tillingbourne Green , St Mary Cray BR5 2JD | 3out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kemnal Technology College Sevenoaks Way , DA14 5AA | 1out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chislehurst School for Girls Beaverwood Road , Perry Street BR7 6HE | 3out of 4 | 1,884 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Coopers School Hawkwood Lane , BR7 5PS | 3out of 4 | 2,015 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleeve Park School Bexley Lane , DA14 4JN | 3out of 4 | 3,307 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Orpington Tintagel Road , Orpington BR5 4LG | 2out of 4 | 3,796 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 5,378 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside School Main Road , St Paul's Cray BR5 3HS | 4out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringtons School Perry Street , BR7 6LR | - not rated | 1,725 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darul Uloom London School Foxbury Avenue , Chislehurst BR7 6SD | - not rated | 1,895 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Marjorie McClure School Hawkwood Lane , BR7 5PW | 4out of 4 | 2,017 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merton Court School 38 Knoll Road , DA14 4QU | - not rated | 2,528 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong's Noodle Bar And Takeaway | 86 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 268 yd | |
| Ozzie's Diner | 80 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 268 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 91 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 291 yd | |
| Indian Valley | 59 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 291 yd | |
| Scott's Pie & Mash | 117 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Hub @ Link Youth Centre | Link Youth Centre, Midfield Way | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orpington Citi Kitchen | 82 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 268 yd | |
| Premier Chicken | 35 Leith Hill, Orpington | 345 yd | |
| Best Kebab & Pizza | 127 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 376 yd | |
| China Chopsticks | 95 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 376 yd | |
| Sea Bream Fish Bar | 129 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 97 - 101 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington | 376 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit 1, 168 Sevenoaks Way | 1,025 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hoblingwell Wood Recreation Ground LEESONS WAY | grass pitches | 322 yd |
| Leesons Primary School LEESONS HILL | grass pitches | 708 yd |
| Midfield Primary School Grovelands Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 799 yd |
| Gray'S Farm Primary Academy GRAYS FARM ROAD | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| Riverside School MAIN ROAD | 1,021 yd | |
| St Peter And St Paul Catholic Primary Academy ST PETER AND PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL ST PETER AND PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL ST PAUL'S WOOD HILL | grass pitches | 1,034 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 | 81.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.