Hillview Road is in Orpington and in Bromley district. BR6 0SF 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 Hillview Road, Orpington, BR6 0SF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR6 0SE, BR6 0AE, BR6 0ST, BR6 0AA, BR6 0AD, BR6 0AB, BR6 0SD, BR6 0SJ, BR6 0SA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BR6 0SF 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 | 47.9% | 50.3% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 52.1% | 49.7% | -2.4% | 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 0SF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.9% 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 | 26.9% | 19.5% | -7.4% | 37.9% | -18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.3% | 69.9% | 3.6% | 44.2% | 25.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -5.3% |
| Widowed | 5% | 4.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.9%) 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 | 54.3% | 53% | -1.3% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 35.9% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 7.2% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 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.
In the area around BR6 0SF this area, 6.2% 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 62.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.2% | 6.2% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 4.1% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 13.4% | -6.3% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 8.2% | -4.9% | 16.9% | -8.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.6% | 62.2% | 20.6% | 33.8% | 28.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.1% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.9% | 6.9% | 5.0% | 0.7% | 6.2% |
| Indian | 9.3% | 14.1% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 11.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 82.7% | 69.1% | -13.6% | 81.4% | -12.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 76.5% 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 | 84.8% | 76.5% | -8.3% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.4% | 15.2% | 7.8% | 5.6% | 9.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.6% | 76.5% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 19.9% | 19.1% | 9.8% | 10.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.9% | 1.4% | -9.5% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 9.6% | 1.7% | 7.9% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillview Road was 24.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.4% lower than the Orpington average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hillview Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Orpington and the 183rd lowest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% 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 Hillview Road, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £960,000 | 2026-02-11 | £960,000 |
| 8 Hillview Road, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2025-10-17 | £971,029 |
| 18 Hillview Road, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2025-09-10 | £821,408 |
| 8 Hillview Road, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £977,210 | 2022-10-18 | £948,899 |
| 36 Hillview Road, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2021-12-14 | £700,153 |
BR6 0SF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 34 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Other | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School Mitchell Road , BR6 9JT | - not rated | 901 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School Mitchell Road , BR6 9JT | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tubbenden Junior School Sandy Bury , BR6 9SD | - not rated | 1,215 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tubbenden Infant School Sandy Bury , BR6 9SD | - not rated | 1,215 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perry Hall Primary School Perry Hall Road , BR6 0EF | - not rated | 1,270 yd | Community school | 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 | - not rated | 1,308 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Newstead Wood School Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | 4out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Newstead Wood School for Girls Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | - not rated | 1,534 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Ramsden Boys' School Tintagel Road , BR5 4LG | - not rated | 1,731 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Ramsden Girls' School Tintagel Road , BR5 4LG | - not rated | 1,731 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orpington College of Further Education The Walnuts , BR6 0TE | - not rated | 862 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London South East Colleges Rookery Lane , BR2 8HE | - not rated | 4,555 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorton College of Further Education 'The Hub' - 4th Floor, Orpington Campus , Bromley BR6 0TE | - not rated | 862 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clannad Education Centre 112 Chistlehurst Rd , Bromley BR6 0DW | - not rated | 1,111 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nightingale Blenheim Road , Bromley BR6 9BH | - not rated | 2,019 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromley Beacon Academy Avalon Road , BR6 9BD | 3out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burwood School Avalon Road , BR6 9BD | - not rated | 2,061 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Daily Grind | Orpington Railway Station, Station Approach | 151 yd | |
| Puccino's Cafe And Kiosk | Orpington Railway Station, Station Approach | 151 yd | |
| Costa | Tesco Stores, 9 Augustus Lane | 417 yd | |
| King Palace | 346 - 348 High Street, Orpington | 473 yd | |
| Dolce Italia 22 | 332 High Street, Orpington | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orpington Rugby F C | Hoblingwell Wood, Leesons Way | 125 yd | |
| The Maxwell | Station Road, Orpington | 293 yd | |
| Orpington Liberal Club | 7 Station Road, Orpington | 293 yd | |
| Orpington Conservative Club - Bar | 4 Sevenoaks Road, Orpington | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sels Kebab | Caffe Metro, Crofton Road | 129 yd | |
| YO! To Go | Tesco Stores, 9 Augustus Lane | 417 yd | |
| Quality Fish N Chips & Kebabs | 344 High Street, Orpington | 473 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 296 High Street, Orpington | 536 yd | |
| Mooboo | 52 The Walnuts, Orpington | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Stores, 9 Augustus Lane | 417 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 5 - 7 Homefield Rise, Orpington | 755 yd | |
| Iceland | 157 - 159 High Street, Orpington | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anytime Fitness (Orpington) HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 526 yd |
| Pure Gym (London Orpington Central) THE WALNUTS SHOPPING CENTRE THE WALNUTS SHOPPING CENTRE HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 878 yd |
| Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School MITCHELL ROAD | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Walnuts Leisure Centre LYCH GATE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 947 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 | 130 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 239.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.