Chalkstone Close is in Welling and in Bexley district. DA16 3DJ is located in the East Wickham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Old Bexley and Sidcup. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chalkstone Close, Welling, DA16 3DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA16 3DA, DA16 3EQ, DA16 3DF, DA16 3DE, DA16 3DQ, DA16 3EG, DA16 3EF, DA16 3EE, DA16 3ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA16 3DJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 58.3% | 55.4% | -2.9% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 41.7% | 44.6% | 2.9% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 3DJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.4% 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 | 51.5% | 43.4% | -8.1% | 37.9% | 5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.7% | 29.3% | 6.6% | 44.2% | -14.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 12.1% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 8.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.3% | 43.8% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 36.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 13.2% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.7% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 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 | 24.2% | 24.2% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.1% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 16.2% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 4% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 14.6% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 30.3% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| 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 71.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 5.6% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 4.0% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 9.8% | 7.3% | 2.5% | 7.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 84.7% | 71.8% | -12.9% | 81.4% | -9.6% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 65.4% 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 | 88.4% | 65.4% | -23.0% | 83.2% | -17.8% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 10.3% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 0.8% | 5.2% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 5.6% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 8.1% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 4.7% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 3.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.8% | 65.7% | -21.1% | 83.2% | -17.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 18% | 17.6% | 9.8% | 8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 8.2% | 6.5% | 2.9% | 5.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 3.4% | -4.5% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.8% | 76.7% | -10.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 6.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.9% | 37.2% | -9.3% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chalkstone Close was 63.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.8% higher than the East Wickham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chalkstone Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in East Wickham and the 303rd highest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Chalkstone Close, Welling, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-05-24 | £235,487 |
| 21 Chalkstone Close, Welling, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-12-05 | £259,275 |
| 32 Chalkstone Close, Welling, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-08-08 | £244,934 |
| 2 Chalkstone Close, Welling, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-04-22 | £247,560 |
| 25 Chalkstone Close, Welling, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-08-26 | £273,777 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 5,128 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Wickham Primary Academy Wickham Street , DA16 3BP | 3out of 4 | 511 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillsgrove Primary School Sidmouth Road , DA16 1DR | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School Ruskin Avenue , DA16 3QG | 4out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockliffe Manor Primary School Bassant Road , SE18 2NP | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Timbercroft Primary School Timbercroft Lane , Plumstead SE18 2SG | 3out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 888 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | 4out of 4 | 1,988 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plumstead Manor School Old Mill Road , SE18 1QF | 3out of 4 | 2,002 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Falconwood The Green , DA16 2PE | 4out of 4 | 2,230 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Academy Finchale Road , Abbey Wood SE2 9PX | 3out of 4 | 2,425 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,221 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 | 3,561 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 | 4,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Dene School Swingate Lane , SE18 2JD | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View Academy 146-148 Parkview Road , DA16 1SR | - not rated | 1,571 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterside School Robert Street , SE18 7NB | 3out of 4 | 2,484 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizons Academy Bexley Lensbury Way , SE2 9TA | 3out of 4 | 3,001 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Curry | 130 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 700 yd | |
| Raffelina's | 96 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 801 yd | |
| Royal Cafe | 261 Wickham Lane | 828 yd | |
| Highway Cafe (Mem's) | 92 Kings Highway | 853 yd | |
| PDC Cafe | Professional Development Centre, 1 Waterdale Road | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Hot Wings | 178 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 524 yd | |
| Real Fish & Chips | 128 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 700 yd | |
| The Lounge By Project Protein | 87 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 788 yd | |
| Rice And Spices | 80 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 794 yd | |
| The Fish & Kebab Basket | 255 Wickham Lane | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 172 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 622 yd | |
| Lidl Welling | 46 - 60 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 1,062 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | 141 - 145 Swingate Lane | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welling Youth Centre (Closed) Lovel Avenue | 501 yd | |
| Welling School ELSA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 534 yd |
| East Wickham Primary Academy WICKHAM STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 632 yd |
| Camdale Playing Fields Camdale Road | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| St Pauls Academy (Closed) Oakmere Road | 928 yd | |
| Venture Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Construction House Construction House Station Approach | health and fitness suite | 983 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 | 97.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 68.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.37 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.37 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.