Elgal Close is in Orpington and in Bromley district. BR6 7BE is located in the Farnborough & Crofton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Orpington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elgal Close, Orpington, BR6 7BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR6 7BD, BR6 7DQ, BR6 7BP, BR6 7AU, BR6 7BQ, BR6 7BB, BR6 7BZ, BR6 7GB, BR6 7BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BR6 7BE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents 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 | 53% | 53.1% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 47% | 46.9% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 35.1% | 37.8% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 40.6% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 12% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 8.4% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 43.3% | 51.5% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 29.6% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 11.6% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 15.7% | 13.8% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 11.1% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 16.2% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 20.2% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 31.2% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.5% | 7.3% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 4.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 92.1% | 85.1% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 3.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 86.2% 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 | 95.2% | 86.2% | -9.0% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.9% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 6.6% | 5.4% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 86.8% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 9.2% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 6.6% | 1.7% | 4.9% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elgal Close was 107.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 114.3% higher than the Darwin average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Elgal Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Darwin and the 197th highest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Elgal Close, Orpington, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £446,000 | 2024-12-16 | £465,108 |
| 9 Elgal Close, Orpington, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £447,500 | 2024-09-02 | £461,369 |
| 1 Elgal Close, Orpington, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-06-14 | £517,126 |
| 8 Elgal Close, Orpington, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2023-08-17 | £463,097 |
| 7 Elgal Close, Orpington, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £434,750 | 2021-09-29 | £483,702 |
BR6 7BE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnborough Primary School Farnborough Hill , Farnborough BR6 7EQ | - not rated | 591 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Primary School Farnborough Hill , Farnborough BR6 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 591 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood Junior School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | - not rated | 622 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood Infant School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | - not rated | 622 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood Junior School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 3out of 4 | 622 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darrick Wood School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 3out of 4 | 622 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | - not rated | 622 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newstead Wood School Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | 4out of 4 | 978 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Newstead Wood School for Girls Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | - not rated | 978 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ravens Wood School Oakley Road , BR2 8HP | - not rated | 2,601 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 3,272 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London South East Colleges Rookery Lane , BR2 8HE | - not rated | 4,004 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 | 2,985 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorton College of Further Education 'The Hub' - 4th Floor, Orpington Campus , Bromley BR6 0TE | - not rated | 3,272 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clannad Education Centre 112 Chistlehurst Rd , Bromley BR6 0DW | - not rated | 3,416 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Baston School Baston Road , Hayes BR2 7AB | - not rated | 3,595 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Baston House School Baston Road , Hayes BR2 7AB | - not rated | 3,595 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookes | 137 High Street, Farnborough | 460 yd | |
| Village Cuisine | 145 High Street, Farnborough | 460 yd | |
| The Sanctuary Brasserie | The Princess Royal University Hospi, Farnborough Common | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change Of Horses | 87 High Street, Farnborough | 264 yd | |
| The Woodman | 50 High Street, Farnborough | 280 yd | |
| Farnborough Sports Club | Farrow Fields, High Street | 280 yd | |
| Ye Olde Whyte Lion | Farnborough Common, Orpington | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobos Bubble Tea | 2 Church Road, Farnborough | 357 yd | |
| Maxims Chinese Takeaway | 4A Church Road, Farnborough | 447 yd | |
| Ollies Pizza And Kebab | 115 High Street, Farnborough | 460 yd | |
| Farnborough Village Fish Bar | 129 High Street, Farnborough | 460 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farnborough Sports Club FARROW FIELDS FARROW FIELDS HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 205 yd |
| Darrick Wood Junior School LOVIBONDS AVENUE | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| Darrick Wood Sports Centre LOVIBONDS AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 766 yd |
| Locks Bottom Cricket Club Tugmutton Common | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| Bromley Tennis Centre At Newstead NEWSTEAD WOOD SCHOOL NEWSTEAD WOOD SCHOOL AVEBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 953 yd |
| Darrick Wood Swimming Pool LOVIBONDS AVENUE | swimming pool | 1,021 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 | 23.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.