Park Approach is in Welling and in Bexley district. DA16 2AW 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 Park Approach, Welling, DA16 2AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA16 2BG, DA16 2AN, DA16 2BQ, DA16 2BD, DA16 2AR, DA16 2AS, DA16 2BE, DA16 2AF, DA16 2AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA16 2AW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 53.3% | 52.2% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 46.7% | 47.8% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 2AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.1% 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% | 20.1% | -10.9% | 37.9% | -17.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 61.1% | 9.3% | 44.2% | 16.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 6.8% | 3.5% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 8.5% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 42.5% | 47.5% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 38.6% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 9.8% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.7% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 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 | 30.3% | 22.6% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 6.4% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 16.7% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 13.2% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 32.5% | 13.9% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.8% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.2% | 4.1% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 3.4% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 6.8% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 3.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 4.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 4.5% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 84.4% | 68.7% | -15.7% | 81.4% | -12.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 77.9% 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 | 87% | 77.9% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -5.3% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 5.1% | 5.4% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 11.2% | 7.7% | 5.6% | 5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86% | 77.6% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 18% | 17.4% | 9.8% | 8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.5% | 0.3% | -10.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3.7% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Hindu | 6.4% | 1.7% | 4.7% |
| Muslim | 7.7% | 6.5% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Approach was 137.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.7% higher than the Falconwood & Welling average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Approach has the 6th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Falconwood & Welling and the 109th highest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.5%.

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 Park Approach, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2021-05-05 | £744,065 |
| 6 Park Approach, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2019-04-29 | £534,032 |
| 4 Park Approach, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2018-04-12 | £690,778 |
| 12 Park Approach, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2017-01-27 | £438,582 |
| 2 Park Approach, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2013-01-18 | £490,286 |
DA16 2AW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 2AW 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 DA16 2AW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 3,261 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danson Primary School Danson Lane , DA16 2BH | 3out of 4 | 357 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road , DA16 2ET | 3out of 4 | 570 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School Ruskin Avenue , DA16 3QG | 4out of 4 | 686 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foster's Primary School Westbrooke Road , DA16 1PN | 3out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrington Primary School Barrington Road , DA7 4UN | 3out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | 4out of 4 | 427 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Welling School Elsa Road , DA16 1LB | 2out of 4 | 1,067 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfen School for Girls Blackfen Road , DA15 9NU | 3out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy Falconwood The Green , DA16 2PE | 4out of 4 | 1,611 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Townley Grammar School Townley Road , DA6 7AB | 4out of 4 | 2,569 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,910 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 | 4,792 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 | 5,290 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 | 499 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Dene School Swingate Lane , SE18 2JD | 3out of 4 | 2,135 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough School Marlborough Park Avenue , DA15 9DP | 3out of 4 | 2,254 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bruford College Lamorbey Park , Burnt Oak Lane DA15 9DF | - not rated | 2,521 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar 54 | 54 Welling High Street, Welling | 330 yd | |
| Saray Restaurant | 48 - 50 Welling High Street, Welling | 332 yd | |
| Costa | Embassy Court, Welling | 364 yd | |
| Bo Bao Bubble Tea | 63 Welling High Street, Welling | 369 yd | |
| Luso Flavours Cafe & Deli | 9 Welling High Street, Welling | 373 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose And Crown | The Rose And Crown Public House, 15 Welling High Street | 373 yd | |
| The Door Hinge | 11 Welling High Street, Welling | 373 yd | |
| Nags Head | 37 Welling High Street, Welling | 377 yd | |
| The Hangar Welling | 35 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 590 yd | |
| New Cross Turnpike | 55 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harry's Kebab | 69 Welling High Street, Welling | 372 yd | |
| Wong's Kitchen | 162 Park View Road, Welling | 395 yd | |
| Elite Fish Bar | 87 Welling High Street, Welling | 439 yd | |
| Superior Grill / Davinccis / Crunchy Chikin / Master Wings | 19 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 499 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 9 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 499 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Welling Superstore | Embassy Court, Welling | 364 yd | |
| Morrisons | 71 - 79 Welling High Street, Welling | 372 yd | |
| Lidl Welling | 46 - 60 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 583 yd | |
| Iceland | 51-53 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 672 yd | |
| Tesco | 124 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 1,024 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bexley Grammar School DANSON LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 359 yd |
| Danson Primary School Danson Lane | grass pitches | 405 yd |
| Park View Road Stadium PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Bexleyheath Sports Club PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 554 yd |
| Curves For Women (Welling) (Closed) BELLEGROVE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 600 yd |
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road | grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Bellgrove Social Club Bellegrove Road | 857 yd | |
| Venture Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Construction House Construction House Station Approach | health and fitness suite | 931 yd |
| Danson Park DANSON PARK DANSON PARK DANSON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 953 yd |
| Crook Log Leisure Centre BRAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,028 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 | 342.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 31.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.