Vanessa Close is in Belvedere and in Bexley district. DA17 6HD is located in the Belvedere electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erith and Thamesmead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vanessa Close, Belvedere, DA17 6HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA17 6HB, DA17 6NP, DA17 6JD, DA17 6EY, DA17 6NL, DA17 6EZ, DA17 6HA, DA17 6NH, DA17 6EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA17 6HD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 60.6% of the population 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 | 57% | 60.6% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 9.6% |
| Male | 43% | 39.4% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -9.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.6% | 17.6% | -5.0% | 37.9% | -20.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 46.8% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 10.1% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 18.8% | 21.8% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 15.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 25.1% | 36.6% | 11.5% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 31% | -7.6% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 26.6% | 25.5% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 12.8% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
In the area around DA17 6HD this area, 33.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.9% | 33.9% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 15.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 11.6% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 11.1% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 6.9% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 12.7% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 20.6% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 7% | 3.2% | -3.8% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.2% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 8.7% | 13.5% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 10.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 6.5% | 6.0% | 1.6% | 4.9% |
| Black African | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 82.1% | 71.2% | -10.9% | 81.4% | -10.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 78.6% 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 | 84.5% | 78.6% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -4.6% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 4.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.2% | 13% | 5.8% | 5.6% | 7.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.1% | 78.2% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 19.9% | 17.5% | 9.8% | 10.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.1% | 0% | -11.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3.7% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.3% | 37.2% | -18.9% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Buddhist | 4.6% | 0.5% | 4.1% |
| Hindu | 6.9% | 1.7% | 5.2% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Sikh | 9.2% | 0.9% | 8.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vanessa Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Belvedere average.
Vanessa Close has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 117 local areas in Belvedere and the 10th lowest crime rate of 727 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Vanessa Close, Belvedere, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-08-09 | £316,663 |
| 4 Vanessa Close, Belvedere, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-11-05 | £368,205 |
| 10 Vanessa Close, Belvedere, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-03-01 | £374,106 |
| 24 Vanessa Close, Belvedere, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-10-30 | £362,031 |
| 22 Vanessa Close, Belvedere, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2018-05-11 | £407,475 |
DA17 6HD 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 DA17 6HD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 58% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 2,752 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lessness Heath Primary School Erith Road , DA17 6HB | 3out of 4 | 112 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School St Augustine's Road , DA17 5HP | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvedere Junior School Mitchell Close , DA17 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvedere Infant School Mitchell Close , DA17 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | 4out of 4 | 1,234 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere Erith Road , DA17 6HT | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Henry School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | 2out of 4 | 1,787 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexleyheath Academy Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 1out of 4 | 3,191 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Welling School Elsa Road , DA16 1LB | 2out of 4 | 3,255 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Academy Finchale Road , Abbey Wood SE2 9PX | 3out of 4 | 3,411 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Break Through 121 Nuxley Road , Belverdere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 606 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone School Halt Robin Road , DA17 6DW | - not rated | 895 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizons Academy Bexley Lensbury Way , SE2 9TA | 3out of 4 | 2,263 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 3,294 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belvedere Tandoori | 6B Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 243 yd | |
| Elderberries At Belvedere Baptist Church | Belvedere Baptist Church, 50 Nuxley Road | 365 yd | |
| Nuxley's Bistro & Coffee | 70 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 365 yd | |
| Three Cooks Sandwich Bar | 66 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 365 yd | |
| Pickles Sandwich Bar | 59 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 391 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belvedere Social Club | 27-35 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 300 yd | |
| Priory Conservative Club | 169 Picardy Road, Belvedere | 371 yd | |
| Royal Standard | 39 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 391 yd | |
| The Fox | 79 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 533 yd | |
| TQ Beerworks | 1a Abbey Crescent | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Kebab | 17 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 238 yd | |
| Mr Man's Fish N Chips | 8A Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 243 yd | |
| Tasty Chicken | 51 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 391 yd | |
| Peri Peri & Pizza Company | 73 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 435 yd | |
| Morley's | 34 Albert Road, Belvedere | 483 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 72 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 365 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | 301 Lower Road, Belvedere | 1,033 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets | Sainsbury's, 1 Bronze Walk | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lessness Heath Primary School ERITH ROAD | grass pitches | 104 yd |
| Bodyzone (Closed) First Floor 56-64 First Floor 56-64 Nuxley Road | health and fitness suite | 401 yd |
| Belvedere Recreation Ground 13A 13A WOOLWICH ROAD | tennis courts | 454 yd |
| Trinity School ERITH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 823 yd |
| The Woodside School (Closed) Halt Robin Road | health and fitness suite | 824 yd |
| Northumberland Heath Recreation Ground NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 972 yd |
| Belvedere Sports Club MEMORIAL GROUND 101A MEMORIAL GROUND 101A WOOLWICH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,064 yd |
| Bexley College (Closed) TOWER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,074 yd |
| Bodyworks (Bexley College) (Closed) Tower Road | health and fitness suite | 1,084 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 | 199.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.