Burnell Avenue is in Welling and in Bexley district. DA16 3HN 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burnell Avenue, Welling, DA16 3HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA16 3AT, DA16 3HQ, DA16 3AE, DA16 3HY, DA16 3JB, DA16 3AD, DA16 3AF, DA16 3JD, DA16 3HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA16 3HN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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 | 52.9% | 54.5% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 45.5% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 3HN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% 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 | 36.4% | 45.1% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 39.7% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 6% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 45.4% | 50.1% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 31.5% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 11.5% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 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 | 36.8% | 27.8% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 8.1% | -9.5% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 13.4% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3.9% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 15.8% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.8% | 26.9% | 14.1% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 4% | 4.2% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.7% 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 | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 3.4% |
| Indian | 3.7% | 6.2% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 3.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 2.9% | 0.7% | -2.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 81.1% | 69.7% | -11.4% | 81.4% | -11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 75.9% 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 | 86.6% | 75.9% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -7.3% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 6.2% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 5% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 9.6% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 76.1% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 17.9% | 17.0% | 9.8% | 8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.7% | 1.1% | -8.6% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 5.5% | 1.7% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burnell Avenue was 61.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.9% higher than the Crook Log average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burnell Avenue has the 17th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Crook Log and the 330th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Burnell Avenue, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £577,000 | 2024-10-31 | £584,654 |
| 18 Burnell Avenue, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2023-11-17 | £298,108 |
| 26 Burnell Avenue, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2023-09-15 | £444,781 |
| 32 Burnell Avenue, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2023-06-29 | £606,891 |
| 27 Burnell Avenue, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2023-03-10 | £489,934 |
DA16 3HN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% 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 3HN 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 2,580 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedonwell Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | - not rated | 2,623 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolwich Common Nursery School Woolwich Common , SE18 4DJ | - not rated | 4,049 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cyril Henry Nursery School 57 St Mary Street , Woolwich SE18 5AP | - not rated | 4,881 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School Ruskin Avenue , DA16 3QG | 4out of 4 | 280 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road , DA16 2ET | 3out of 4 | 586 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road , DA16 2ET | - not rated | 586 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Wickham Primary Academy Wickham Street , DA16 3BP | 3out of 4 | 601 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Wickham Junior School Wickham Street , DA16 3BP | - not rated | 601 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 568 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Welling School Elsa Road , DA16 1LB | - not rated | 568 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | 4out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | - not rated | 1,086 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Falconwood The Green , DA16 2PE | 3out of 4 | 1,739 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 | 3,547 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Post-16 Campus Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 3,547 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwich Community College at Plumstead Centre 95 Plumstead Road , Plumstead SE18 7DQ | - not rated | 3,759 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley College Tower Road , DA17 6JA | - not rated | 4,925 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 | 4,215 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Business Academy Bexley Yarnton Way , DA18 4DW | - not rated | 4,215 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 | 4,717 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 | 744 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbrooke School South Gypsy Road , DA16 1JB | - not rated | 1,253 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ADO River Valley School Poets Corner Centre , 19a Keats Road DA16 3NB | - not rated | 1,367 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Dene School Swingate Lane , SE18 2JD | 4out of 4 | 1,569 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellspring Cafe | Welling Pentecostal Church, New Road | 150 yd | |
| Raffelina's | 96 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 181 yd | |
| Mum's Cafe | 36 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 224 yd | |
| Eastern Curry | 130 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 249 yd | |
| Chupitos Tapas Bar & Restaurant | 28 - 30 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 252 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hangar Welling | 35 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 379 yd | |
| Welling Snooker And Pool Club | 52 - 54 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 382 yd | |
| New Cross Turnpike | 55 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 409 yd | |
| Bellegrove Social Club | 90 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 515 yd | |
| The Door Hinge | 11 Welling High Street, Welling | 546 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice And Spices | 80 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 121 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 51B Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 184 yd | |
| Pie And Mash Shop | 32 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 224 yd | |
| The Lounge By Project Protein | 87 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 232 yd | |
| Real Fish & Chips | 128 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Welling | 46 - 60 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 223 yd | |
| Tesco | 172 Upper Wickham Lane, Welling | 326 yd | |
| Iceland | 51-53 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 409 yd | |
| Tesco Welling Superstore | Embassy Court, Welling | 434 yd | |
| Morrisons | 71 - 79 Welling High Street, Welling | 449 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Curves For Women (Welling) (Closed) BELLEGROVE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 375 yd |
| Venture Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Construction House Construction House Station Approach | health and fitness suite | 410 yd |
| Welling Youth Centre (Closed) Lovel Avenue | 415 yd | |
| Bellgrove Social Club Bellegrove Road | 463 yd | |
| Welling School ELSA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 554 yd |
| Hook Lane Primary School Faraday Road | grass pitches | 583 yd |
| East Wickham Primary Academy WICKHAM STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 733 yd |
| Park View Road Stadium PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches | 911 yd |
| Danson Primary School Danson Lane | grass pitches | 991 yd |
| Bexleyheath Sports Club PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,019 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 | 42.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.13 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.