North End Lane is in Downe, Orpington and in Bromley district. BR6 7HQ is located in the Darwin electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Orpington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about North End Lane, Downe, Orpington, BR6 7HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BR6 7HL, BR6 7HR, BR6 7JF, BR6 7HJ, BR6 7JG, BR6 7JQ, BR6 7HN, BR6 7HW, BR6 7HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BR6 7HQ is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 46.9% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 48.2% | 53.1% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 7HQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% 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 | 24.3% | 25% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 57.7% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 8.1% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 6% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 51.2% | 41.2% | -10.0% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 41.8% | 10.5% | 33.6% | 8.2% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 13.2% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 20.2% | 13.6% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 9.3% | 0.7% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 20.1% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 13.6% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 34.1% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.9% | 91.1% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 96.1% | 93.5% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 93.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.3% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North End Lane was 68.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.1% higher than the Darwin average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
North End Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Darwin and the 343rd highest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 77.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bungalow North End Lane, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £402,000 | 2023-06-28 | £413,259 |
| The Bungalow North End Lane, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £418,000 | 2023-06-27 | £429,707 |
| Laburnum Cottage North End Lane, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-03-31 | £582,941 |
| Shalom North End Lane, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £860,000 | 2020-03-17 | £1,045,718 |
| Applegarth North End Lane, Orpington, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2020-01-31 | £821,805 |
BR6 7HQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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 7HQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 7HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downe Primary School High Elms Road , Downe BR6 7JN | 3out of 4 | 415 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Primary School Farnborough Hill , Farnborough BR6 7EQ | 4out of 4 | 2,741 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Keston Church of England Primary School Lakes Road , BR2 6BN | 3out of 4 | 3,040 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cudham Church of England Primary School Jail Lane , Biggin Hill TN16 3AX | 3out of 4 | 3,046 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood Junior School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 3out of 4 | 3,182 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Darwin School Jail Lane , Biggin Hill TN16 3AU | 3out of 4 | 3,042 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darrick Wood School Lovibonds Avenue , BR6 8ER | 3out of 4 | 3,182 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newstead Wood School Avebury Road , BR6 9SA | 4out of 4 | 3,642 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ravens Wood School Oakley Road , BR2 8HP | 3out of 4 | 3,823 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Meridian High School Fairchildes Avenue , New Addington CR0 0AH | 2out of 4 | 4,240 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baston House School Baston Road , Hayes BR2 7AB | - not rated | 4,506 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLC The Learning Centre Princes Plain , Bromley BR2 8LD | - not rated | 5,018 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Livability Nash College Croydon Road , Hayes BR2 7AG | - not rated | 5,289 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wickham Court School Layhams Road , BR4 9HW | - not rated | 5,348 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Indian Cuisine | 11 High Street, Downe | 348 yd | |
| Christmas Tree Farm - Cafe | Christmas Tree Farm, Cudham Road | 592 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head | 25 High Street, Downe | 348 yd | |
| George And Dragon | 26 High Street, Downe | 405 yd | |
| High Elms Golf Club | High Elms Golf Course Club House, High Elms Road | 809 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 | 77.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.