Cavendish Avenue is in Welling and in Bexley district. DA16 2EP is located in the Falconwood & Welling electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Old Bexley and Sidcup. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cavendish Avenue, Welling, DA16 2EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA16 2EJ, DA16 2EL, DA16 2EY, DA16 2EQ, DA16 2EZ, DA16 2EN, DA16 2EG, DA16 2ES, DA16 2EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA16 2EP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 51.7% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.1% | 48.3% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 DA16 2EP 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 | 29.1% | 27.9% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.2% | 57.7% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 3% | 6.2% | 3.2% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 5% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (86.9%) 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 | 44.4% | 46.5% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 40.4% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 13% | 10% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 21.1% | 14.8% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 12.8% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 14.1% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 4.6% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 14.4% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 34.1% | 8.7% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 3.3% | 5.2% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.8% 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 | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 0.7% | 4.0% |
| Indian | 5.2% | 10.5% | 5.3% | 3.1% | 7.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 4% | 4.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| Black African | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 81.3% | 68.8% | -12.5% | 81.4% | -12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 77.3% 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 | 85.6% | 77.3% | -8.3% | 83.2% | -5.9% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 5.8% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 4.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.2% | 10.2% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.4% | 77.5% | -6.9% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 17.8% | 17.2% | 9.8% | 8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 3.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.4% | 0.3% | -10.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.3% | 37.2% | -8.9% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Hindu | 7.2% | 1.7% | 5.5% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 6.4% | 0.9% | 5.5% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cavendish Avenue was 88.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.2% higher than the Falconwood & Welling average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cavendish Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Falconwood & Welling and the 191st highest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 87.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Cavendish Avenue, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £695,300 | 2023-04-26 | £695,300 |
| 47 Cavendish Avenue, Welling, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2021-11-18 | £601,713 |
| 34 Cavendish Avenue, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2021-02-11 | £559,465 |
| 33 Cavendish Avenue, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £462,500 | 2019-11-28 | £566,898 |
| 18 Cavendish Avenue, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £382,500 | 2018-09-28 | £453,956 |
DA16 2EP 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 DA16 2EP 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service 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 | 3,183 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 5,255 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road , DA16 2ET | 3out of 4 | 357 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School Ruskin Avenue , DA16 3QG | 4out of 4 | 583 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Ridley Church of England VA Primary School Northumberland Avenue , DA16 2QE | 3out of 4 | 776 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Danson Primary School Danson Lane , DA16 2BH | 3out of 4 | 856 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Wickham Primary Academy Wickham Street , DA16 3BP | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy Falconwood The Green , DA16 2PE | 4out of 4 | 879 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | 4out of 4 | 948 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Welling School Elsa Road , DA16 1LB | 2out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfen School for Girls Blackfen Road , DA15 9NU | 3out of 4 | 1,934 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Stationers' Crown Woods Academy 145 Bexley Road , Eltham SE9 2PT | 3out of 4 | 2,034 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | 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 | 3,018 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary Magdalene Church of England All Through School Kingsman Street , SE18 5PW | 3out of 4 | 4,524 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Garrard Academy Yarnton Way , Thamesmead DA18 4DW | 1out of 4 | 4,969 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,315 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Dene School Swingate Lane , SE18 2JD | 3out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 1,923 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough School Marlborough Park Avenue , DA15 9DP | 3out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bruford College Lamorbey Park , Burnt Oak Lane DA15 9DF | - not rated | 2,856 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Da Peppino Italian Restaurant | 125 - 129 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 266 yd | |
| New Ming | 79 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 302 yd | |
| Avenida | 83-85 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 302 yd | |
| Pho Palace | 75 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 302 yd | |
| Royal Steak House | 118 - 120 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough And Harrow | 143 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 265 yd | |
| Bellegrove Social Club | 90 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 313 yd | |
| New Cross Turnpike | 55 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 403 yd | |
| Welling Snooker And Pool Club | 52 - 54 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 417 yd | |
| Westwood Masonic Centre | 168 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 476 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joy Spice | 119 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 265 yd | |
| Best Kebab Ye | 139 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 265 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | 113A Bellegrove Road, Welling | 302 yd | |
| Pizza 2 Night | 109 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 302 yd | |
| Welling Chinese Takeaway | 128 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 124 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 309 yd | |
| Iceland | 51-53 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 403 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | 21-23 Falconwood Parade, Welling | 671 yd | |
| Lidl Welling | 46 - 60 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 691 yd | |
| Tesco Welling Superstore | Embassy Court, Welling | 776 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road | grass pitches | 323 yd |
| Bellgrove Social Club Bellegrove Road | 354 yd | |
| Venture Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Construction House Construction House Station Approach | health and fitness suite | 463 yd |
| Curves For Women (Welling) (Closed) BELLEGROVE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 474 yd |
| Falconwood Community Centre 31-39 31-39 FALCONWOOD PARADE | 705 yd | |
| Danson Primary School Danson Lane | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Bexley Grammar School DANSON LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 876 yd |
| Harris Academy Falconwood THE GREEN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 903 yd |
| East Wickham Primary Academy WICKHAM STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 955 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 214.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.