Colyton Close is in Welling and in Bexley district. DA16 1EW is located in the West Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexleyheath and Crayford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colyton Close, Welling, DA16 1EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA16 1EL, DA16 1EJ, DA16 1EN, DA16 1ET, DA16 1ES, DA16 1EX, DA16 1JA, DA16 1DB, DA16 1JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA16 1EW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51.5% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 46% | 48.5% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 DA16 1EW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.9% 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 | 31.2% | 32.6% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 57.9% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 13.7% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 6.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 49.3% | 47.7% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 41% | 38.6% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 9.9% | 4.1% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 12.8% | 12.9% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 7.9% | -10.5% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 15.4% | -5.7% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 22.6% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 33% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 49.9% 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 | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 12.7% | 15.8% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 12.7% |
| Pakistani | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 5.4% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 3.8% |
| Black African | 7.2% | 10.5% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 8.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 61.2% | 49.9% | -11.3% | 81.4% | -31.5% |
| Other | 6.1% | 10.2% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 8.6% |
In this area, 71.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 71.2% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -12.0% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 5.9% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 4.7% | 6.7% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 12.4% | 4.7% | 5.6% | 6.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.4% | 71% | -11.4% | 83.2% | -12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 26.1% | 25.5% | 9.8% | 16.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.8% | 0.8% | -13.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| France | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3.2% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3% | 13.5% | -10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.3% | 37.2% | -12.9% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 12.1% | 1.7% | 10.4% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Sikh | 14.6% | 0.9% | 13.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colyton Close was 31.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.7% lower than the Crook Log average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Colyton Close has the 19th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Crook Log and the 189th lowest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Colyton Close, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2022-10-07 | £468,434 |
| 3 Colyton Close, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2022-04-29 | £430,043 |
| 9 Colyton Close, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-08-23 | £544,233 |
| 22 Colyton Close, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2021-06-28 | £582,976 |
| 12 Colyton Close, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £387,000 | 2021-03-31 | £436,892 |
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 1,847 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's East Wickham Church of England Primary School Wrotham Road , DA16 1LS | 2out of 4 | 399 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillsgrove Primary School Sidmouth Road , DA16 1DR | 3out of 4 | 422 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Primary Academy Brampton Road , DA7 4SL | 3out of 4 | 827 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrington Primary School Barrington Road , DA7 4UN | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foster's Primary School Westbrooke Road , DA16 1PN | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welling School Elsa Road , DA16 1LB | 2out of 4 | 839 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | 4out of 4 | 2,272 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexleyheath Academy Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 1out of 4 | 2,539 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Academy Finchale Road , Abbey Wood SE2 9PX | 3out of 4 | 2,757 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfen School for Girls Blackfen Road , DA15 9NU | 3out of 4 | 3,013 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,510 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Garrard Academy Yarnton Way , Thamesmead DA18 4DW | 1out of 4 | 2,981 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary Magdalene Church of England All Through School Kingsman Street , SE18 5PW | 3out of 4 | 5,150 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 1,300 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View Academy 146-148 Parkview Road , DA16 1SR | - not rated | 1,449 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through 121 Nuxley Road , Belverdere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 1,860 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Dene School Swingate Lane , SE18 2JD | 3out of 4 | 2,367 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizons Academy Bexley Lensbury Way , SE2 9TA | 3out of 4 | 2,679 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twinz Cafe | 46 Wrotham Road, Welling | 427 yd | |
| New Hing Loong | 213 Brampton Road, Bexleyheath | 452 yd | |
| Bramptons Sandwich Bar | 154 Brampton Road, Bexleyheath | 464 yd | |
| Chestnuts Kiosk | Lesnes Abbey Lodge, New Road | 933 yd | |
| Sweet Spa Party | 44 Pickford Lane, Bexleyheath | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topkapi Kebab & Mezze | 295 Brampton Road, Bexleyheath | 281 yd | |
| The Frying Squad | 64 Wrotham Road, Welling | 427 yd | |
| Hooked Fish And Grill | 152 Brampton Road, Bexleyheath | 562 yd | |
| Salt & Batter | 67 Hadlow Road, Welling | 590 yd | |
| Spices | 48 Lessness Avenue, Bexleyheath | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 267 Brampton Road, Bexleyheath | 322 yd | |
| Co-op | 21 Wrotham Road, Welling | 380 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Michaels East Wickham C Of E School WROTHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 421 yd |
| Brampton Primary Academy BRAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 704 yd |
| West Heath Recreation Ground CLOVELLY ROAD | tennis courts | 828 yd |
| Barrington Primary School BARRINGTON ROAD | 970 yd | |
| Welling School ELSA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 977 yd |
| Bostall Heath & Woods (Closed) Bostall Hill | grass pitches | 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.