Hilborough Way is in Orpington and in Bromley district. BR6 7EW 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 Hilborough Way, Orpington, BR6 7EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR6 7EL, BR6 7EH, BR6 9NU, BR6 9NT, BR6 7EJ, BR6 9NZ, BR6 7TG, BR6 7EN, BR6 9NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BR6 7EW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 53.5% | 53.7% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 46.5% | 46.3% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 7EW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.8% 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 | 13.7% | 17% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 53.8% | -12.9% | 44.2% | 9.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 10.5% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 16.2% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 10.1% |
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 | 41.1% | 43.8% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 37.3% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 14.7% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.3% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 22.9% | 16.5% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 11.3% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 16.5% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 12.1% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.3% | 34.7% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 4.2% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 94% | 87.6% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 95.3% | 93.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 92.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 61.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hilborough Way was 68.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.9% higher than the Darwin average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hilborough Way has the 9th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Darwin and the 337th highest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hilborough Way, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £559,000 | 2026-03-11 | £559,000 |
| 40 Hilborough Way, Orpington, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2025-08-29 | £427,736 |
| 7 Hilborough Way, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2025-05-21 | £574,054 |
| 27 Hilborough Way, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £571,000 | 2025-02-24 | £575,739 |
| 44 Hilborough Way, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £593,000 | 2025-02-21 | £597,921 |
BR6 7EW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BR6 7EW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 571 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Primary School Farnborough Hill , Farnborough BR6 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tubbenden Primary School Sandy Bury , BR6 9SD | 3out of 4 | 714 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tubbenden Primary School Sandybury , BR6 9SD | - not rated | 714 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tubbenden Junior School Sandy Bury , BR6 9SD | - not rated | 776 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newstead Wood School Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | 4out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Newstead Wood School for Girls Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Darrick Wood School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | - not rated | 1,430 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School Goddington Lane , BR6 9SH | - not rated | 1,898 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 2,503 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London South East Colleges Rookery Lane , BR2 8HE | - not rated | 4,777 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 | 2,503 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clannad Education Centre 112 Chistlehurst Rd , Bromley BR6 0DW | - not rated | 2,928 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromley Beacon Academy Avalon Road , BR6 9BD | 3out of 4 | 3,033 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burwood School Avalon Road , BR6 9BD | - not rated | 3,033 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Nightingale Blenheim Road , Bromley BR6 9BH | - not rated | 3,179 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noname Cafe And Restaurant | 4 Crescent Way, Orpington | 543 yd | |
| Brookes | 137 High Street, Farnborough | 637 yd | |
| Village Cuisine | 145 High Street, Farnborough | 637 yd | |
| Belmondo Coffee | 1 Brittenden Parade, High Street | 847 yd | |
| Poppy Cafe | 37 High Street, Green Street Green | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Buff | Pinewood Drive, Orpington | 443 yd | |
| Change Of Horses | 87 High Street, Farnborough | 849 yd | |
| The Woodman | 50 High Street, Farnborough | 851 yd | |
| Farnborough Sports Club | Farrow Fields, High Street | 851 yd | |
| Bromley Tennis Centre | Avebury Road, Orpington | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piccolo Artisan Sourdough Pizza | 16 Crescent Way, Orpington | 489 yd | |
| Seabream Fish Bar | 21 Crescent Way, Orpington | 493 yd | |
| Bamboo House | 11 Crescent Way, Orpington | 543 yd | |
| Ollies Pizza And Kebab | 115 High Street, Farnborough | 637 yd | |
| Farnborough Village Fish Bar | 129 High Street, Farnborough | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 2 - 3 Crescent Way, Orpington | 543 yd | |
| Waitrose | 11 High Street, Green Street Green | 989 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas Church Hall (Closed) Leamington Avenue | 577 yd | |
| Tubbenden Primary School TUBBENDEN PRIMARY SCHOOL TUBBENDEN PRIMARY SCHOOL SANDY BURY | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| Warren Road Primary School WARREN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 791 yd |
| Farnborough Sports Club FARROW FIELDS FARROW FIELDS HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 948 yd |
| Newstead Wood School AVEBURY ROAD | grass pitches, indoor tennis centre | 969 yd |
| Bromley Tennis Centre At Newstead NEWSTEAD WOOD SCHOOL NEWSTEAD WOOD SCHOOL AVEBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 989 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 | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.