Spur Road is in Orpington and in Bromley district. BR6 0QW is located in the Orpington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Orpington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spur Road, Orpington, BR6 0QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR6 0QP, BR6 9AF, BR6 9AD, BR6 9AG, BR6 9AH, BR6 0QZ, BR6 0PY, BR6 9BP, BR6 9AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BR6 0QW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 50.3% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 44.8% | 49.7% | 4.9% | 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 BR6 0QW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 20.6% | 30.2% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.8% | 52.7% | -9.1% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 4.5% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 9.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.6% | 49.7% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 30.5% | -7.0% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.7% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 23.1% | 22% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11.8% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 13.5% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.9% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.9% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 31.4% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 6.9% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 3.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 3.6% | 4.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 3.7% |
| White | 91% | 79.2% | -11.8% | 81.4% | -2.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 92.4% | 87.2% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 6.6% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 88.2% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.4% | 9.4% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spur Road was 85.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.8% higher than the Chelsfield average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Spur Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Chelsfield and the 261st highest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 71.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 128 Spur Road, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £747,500 | 2023-03-31 | £790,104 |
| 118 Spur Road, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £541,000 | 2020-08-07 | £666,449 |
| 126 Spur Road, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2019-12-12 | £632,130 |
| 120 Spur Road, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2019-08-08 | £692,668 |
| 114 Spur Road, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2019-04-12 | £684,606 |
BR6 0QW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% 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.
BR6 0QW 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.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blenheim Primary School Blenheim Road , BR6 9BH | 3out of 4 | 895 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Orpington Dyke Drive , BR5 4LZ | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School Mitchell Road , BR6 9JT | 3out of 4 | 1,294 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philomena's Primary School Chelsfield Road , BR5 4DR | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highway Primary School The Highway , BR6 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,507 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School Goddington Lane , BR6 9SH | 4out of 4 | 687 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Harris Academy Orpington Tintagel Road , Orpington BR5 4LG | 2out of 4 | 798 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newstead Wood School Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | 4out of 4 | 2,501 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Darrick Wood School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 3out of 4 | 3,268 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kemnal Technology College Sevenoaks Way , DA14 5AA | 1out of 4 | 4,863 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorton College of Further Education 'The Hive' - Orpington Campus , Bromley BR6 0TE | - not rated | 577 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromley Beacon Academy Avalon Road , BR6 9BD | 3out of 4 | 917 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kent House Hospital School Crockenhill Road , St Mary Cray BR5 4EP | - not rated | 2,543 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Browns School Hawstead Lane , Chelsfield BR6 7PH | - not rated | 2,936 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside School Main Road , St Paul's Cray BR5 3HS | 4out of 4 | 3,985 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BR6 And The Bake House | Orpington College Of Further Educat, The Walnuts | 702 yd | |
| Walnuts Leisure Centre - My Time | Walnuts Leisure Centre, Lych Gate Road | 749 yd | |
| Del's Cafe | 29 Eldred Drive, Orpington | 765 yd | |
| Chicken Cottage | 279 High Street, Orpington | 769 yd | |
| McDonalds | 291 - 293 High Street, Orpington | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bromley Indoor Bowls Centre | Bodmin Close, Orpington | 720 yd | |
| Orpington Conservative Club - Bar | 4 Sevenoaks Road, Orpington | 845 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club | British Legion Hall, 7 Church Hill | 979 yd | |
| The Maxwell | Station Road, Orpington | 999 yd | |
| Orpington Liberal Club | 7 Station Road, Orpington | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 296 High Street, Orpington | 819 yd | |
| Quality Fish N Chips & Kebabs | 344 High Street, Orpington | 821 yd | |
| Ramsden Tandoori | 63 Eldred Drive, Orpington | 821 yd | |
| The Frying Pan | 27 Eldred Drive, Orpington | 822 yd | |
| Simply Sushi | 44 The Walnuts, Orpington | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 5 - 7 Homefield Rise, Orpington | 756 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Stores, 9 Augustus Lane | 886 yd | |
| Iceland | 157 - 159 High Street, Orpington | 904 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Olaves Grammar School GODDINGTON LANE | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 560 yd |
| Bromley Indoor Bowls Centre Ltd BODMIN CLOSE | indoor bowls | 700 yd |
| The Priory Link Tintagel Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 727 yd |
| Walnuts Leisure Centre LYCH GATE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 746 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Orpington) HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 771 yd |
| Bromley Beacon Academy AVALON ROAD | grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Pure Gym (London Orpington Central) THE WALNUTS SHOPPING CENTRE THE WALNUTS SHOPPING CENTRE HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 840 yd |
| Goddington Park GODDINGTON PARK PAVILION GODDINGTON PARK PAVILION GODDINGTON LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 982 yd |
| Westcombe Park Rfc GODDINGTON LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,076 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Orpington DYKE DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 80.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 250.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.