School Lane is in Welling and in Bexley district. DA16 1TT is located in the Falconwood & Welling 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 School Lane, Welling, DA16 1TT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA16 1ST, DA16 1TR, DA16 1QH, DA16 1AA, DA16 1QB, DA16 2AG, DA16 2AQ, DA16 1TA, DA16 1QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA16 1TT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 50.5% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 45.5% | 49.5% | 4.0% | 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 area around DA16 1TT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.8% | 54.5% | 9.7% | 37.9% | 16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.3% | 29.5% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 9% | -3.6% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 (86.5%) 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 | 48.6% | 53.9% | 5.3% | 48.4% | 5.5% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 32.6% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 10.5% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 2.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 24.1% | 17.3% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 10.2% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 10.4% | -9.9% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.2% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 16.5% | 10.2% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 37.1% | 16.8% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 8.7% | 3.3% | -5.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 1% | 5.4% | 4.4% | 0.7% | 4.7% |
| Indian | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 7.9% | 5.4% | 1.6% | 6.3% |
| Black African | 4.8% | 6.8% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 4.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 1.3% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 77.1% | 58.7% | -18.4% | 81.4% | -22.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, 61.9% 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 | 77.4% | 61.9% | -15.5% | 83.2% | -21.3% |
| European Union | 9.2% | 15.1% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 9.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 12.1% | 7.8% | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.1% | 61.9% | -14.2% | 83.2% | -21.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 18.8% | 17.3% | 9.8% | 9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.1% | 9.6% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.9% | 3.5% | -6.4% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.4% | 76.7% | -10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 5.3% | 1.5% | 3.8% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Hindu | 6.7% | 1.7% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Lane was 216.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 231.3% higher than the Falconwood & Welling average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
School Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Falconwood & Welling and the 45th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% 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 - 4 School Lane, Welling, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2019-04-05 | £439,161 |
| Stephen House School Lane, Welling, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2014-09-12 | £597,644 |
| The Bungalow School Lane, Welling, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2004-01-14 | £437,656 |
DA16 1TT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
DA16 1TT 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 | 168 |
| Self-Employed | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Looking after home or family | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 30 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Other | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedonwell Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | - not rated | 2,628 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 2,961 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolwich Common Nursery School Woolwich Common , SE18 4DJ | - not rated | 4,629 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foster's Primary School Westbrooke Road , DA16 1PN | 3out of 4 | 627 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School Ruskin Avenue , DA16 3QG | 4out of 4 | 751 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Danson Primary School Danson Lane , DA16 2BH | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road , DA16 2ET | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road , DA16 2ET | - not rated | 833 yd | Community 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 | 713 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Welling School Elsa Road , DA16 1LB | - not rated | 713 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | 4out of 4 | 846 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | - not rated | 846 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfen School for Girls Blackfen Road , DA15 9NU | - not rated | 1,643 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 | 4,095 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Post-16 Campus Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,095 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwich Community College at Plumstead Centre 95 Plumstead Road , Plumstead SE18 7DQ | - not rated | 4,346 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley College Tower Road , DA17 6JA | - not rated | 4,780 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Garrard Academy Yarnton Way , Thamesmead DA18 4DW | 3out of 4 | 4,399 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Business Academy Bexley Yarnton Way , DA18 4DW | - not rated | 4,399 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 | 5,317 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park View Academy 146-148 Parkview Road , DA16 1SR | - not rated | 146 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbrooke School South Gypsy Road , DA16 1JB | - not rated | 734 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ADO River Valley School Poets Corner Centre , 19a Keats Road DA16 3NB | - not rated | 1,964 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Dene School Swingate Lane , SE18 2JD | 4out of 4 | 2,166 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brasa Bar & Grill | 1 - 3 Welling High Street, Welling | 29 yd | |
| Happy Belly | 168 Park View Road, Welling | 69 yd | |
| Luso Flavours Cafe & Deli | 9 Welling High Street, Welling | 80 yd | |
| Jugaad Kitchen | 164 - 166 Park View Road, Welling | 98 yd | |
| Saray Restaurant | 48 - 50 Welling High Street, Welling | 187 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nags Head | 37 Welling High Street, Welling | 63 yd | |
| The Door Hinge | 11 Welling High Street, Welling | 80 yd | |
| The Rose And Crown | The Rose And Crown Public House, 15 Welling High Street | 80 yd | |
| The Hangar Welling | 35 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 618 yd | |
| New Cross Turnpike | 55 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wong's Kitchen | 162 Park View Road, Welling | 69 yd | |
| Harry's Kebab | 69 Welling High Street, Welling | 217 yd | |
| Elite Fish Bar | 87 Welling High Street, Welling | 373 yd | |
| Superior Grill / Davinccis / Crunchy Chikin / Master Wings | 19 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 414 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 9 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 71 - 79 Welling High Street, Welling | 217 yd | |
| Tesco Welling Superstore | Embassy Court, Welling | 295 yd | |
| Lidl Welling | 46 - 60 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 466 yd | |
| Iceland | 51-53 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 711 yd | |
| Tesco | 172 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 719 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Park View Road Stadium PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches | 311 yd |
| Bexleyheath Sports Club PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 421 yd |
| Curves For Women (Welling) (Closed) BELLEGROVE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 625 yd |
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Bexley Grammar School DANSON LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 767 yd |
| Danson Primary School Danson Lane | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Welling Youth Centre (Closed) Lovel Avenue | 841 yd | |
| Barrington Primary School BARRINGTON ROAD | 842 yd | |
| Crook Log Leisure Centre BRAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 848 yd |
| Welling School ELSA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 871 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.