Hill View Drive is in Welling and in Bexley district. DA16 3RS 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 Hill View Drive, Welling, DA16 3RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA16 3QZ, DA16 3AR, DA16 3QY, DA16 3RR, DA16 3RJ, DA16 3RW, DA16 3LL, DA16 3QU, DA16 3RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA16 3RS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.1% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.9% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 3RS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% 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 | 34.1% | 27.2% | -6.9% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 59.7% | 7.1% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 51% | 48.8% | -2.2% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 37.5% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10.7% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 21.9% | 20.7% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 9.8% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 13.3% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.6% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 15.2% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 30.9% | 10.0% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.4% 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 | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 2.9% |
| Indian | 4.1% | 8.4% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 3.1% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 2.7% | 1% | -1.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 81.6% | 68.4% | -13.2% | 81.4% | -13.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 6.9% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% |
In this area, 80.6% 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 | 90.7% | 80.6% | -10.1% | 83.2% | -2.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 11.8% | 6.6% | 5.6% | 6.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 80.8% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 12.5% | 12.2% | 9.8% | 2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 1.5% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Buddhist | 3.8% | 0.5% | 3.3% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 4.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill View Drive was 27.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.5% lower than the Blackfen & Lamorbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill View Drive has the 40th lowest crime rate of 119 local areas in Blackfen & Lamorbey and the 160th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Hill View Drive, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2025-07-17 | £536,621 |
| 11 Hill View Drive, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £517,000 | 2023-08-31 | £536,448 |
| 28 Hill View Drive, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-02-24 | £519,593 |
| 48 Hill View Drive, Welling, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £418,000 | 2020-12-10 | £488,655 |
| 5 Hill View Drive, Welling, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2020-11-27 | £411,761 |
DA16 3RS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 152 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolwich Common Nursery School Woolwich Common , SE18 4DJ | - not rated | 2,647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 2,977 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cyril Henry Nursery School 57 St Mary Street , Woolwich SE18 5AP | - not rated | 3,700 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedonwell Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | - not rated | 3,779 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 4,260 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy Eastcote Road , DA16 2ST | 4out of 4 | 539 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastcote Primary School Eastcote Road , DA16 2ST | - not rated | 539 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary Junior School The Green , DA16 2PF | - not rated | 940 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary Infant School Northumberland Avenue , DA16 2QE | - not rated | 940 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Northumberland Avenue , DA16 2QE | - not rated | 940 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood College The Green , DA16 2PE | - not rated | 982 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Falconwood The Green , DA16 2PE | 3out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crown Woods College 145 Bexley Road , Eltham SE9 2QN | - not rated | 1,735 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plumstead Manor School Old Mill Road , SE18 1QF | 2out of 4 | 1,923 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | 4out of 4 | 1,947 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,055 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Post-16 Campus Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwich Community College at Plumstead Centre 95 Plumstead Road , Plumstead SE18 7DQ | - not rated | 2,926 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,548 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Garrard Academy Yarnton Way , Thamesmead DA18 4DW | 3out of 4 | 4,938 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Business Academy Bexley Yarnton Way , DA18 4DW | - not rated | 4,938 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADO River Valley School Poets Corner Centre , 19a Keats Road DA16 3NB | - not rated | 687 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Dene School Swingate Lane , SE18 2JD | 4out of 4 | 742 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Dene School Swingate Lane , SE18 2JD | - not rated | 742 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Cottage School Swingate Lane , Plumstead SE18 2JD | - not rated | 749 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn Cottage School Swingate Lane , Plumstead SE18 2JD | - not rated | 749 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| We Anchor In Hope | We Anchor In Hope Public House, 320 Bellegrove Road | 276 yd | |
| F & D's Cafe | 6 Bellegrove Parade, Welling | 657 yd | |
| Willow's Delish | Willow Dene School Swingate Lane | 714 yd | |
| K'S Cafe | 122B Bellegrove Road, Welling | 977 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 138 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Man Public House & Sunset Restaurant | 168 Wickham Street, Welling | 320 yd | |
| Falconwood Private Members' Club | Falconwood Avenue, Welling | 484 yd | |
| Westwood Masonic Centre | 168 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 690 yd | |
| Plough And Harrow | 143 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marabou Fish Bar | 231 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 520 yd | |
| Welling Express Kebab | 223 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 524 yd | |
| Chick Chicken | 5A Central Avenue, Welling | 971 yd | |
| Lane Kitchen | 155 Swingate Lane | 974 yd | |
| House Of Chicken | 3 Central Avenue, Welling | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 124 Bellegrove Road, Welling | 984 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | 141 - 145 Swingate Lane | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eastcote Primary School EASTCOTE ROAD | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Eastcote Primary School (Closed) Eastcote Road | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Rose Cottage Playing Fields Swingate Lane | grass pitches | 868 yd |
| East Wickham Primary Academy WICKHAM STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 958 yd |
| Harris Academy Falconwood THE GREEN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,026 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 147.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.