Crofton Avenue is in Bexley and in Bexley district. DA5 3AT is located in the Blendon & Penhill 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 Crofton Avenue, Bexley, DA5 3AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA5 3AU, DA5 3AL, DA5 3AP, DA5 3AX, DA5 3BN, DA5 3BA, DA5 3ES, DA5 3BP, DA5 3BS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA5 3AT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 51.4% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.1% | 48.6% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DA5 3AT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 32.8% | 32.7% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 54% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 8.1% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 (86.8%) 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 | 53.9% | 53.2% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 33.6% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 12% | 8.7% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 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 | 19.4% | 15.5% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 11.4% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 11.1% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 18.8% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 31% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.7% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92.5% | 86.3% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 4.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 89.5% 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 | 91.6% | 89.5% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 89.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.2% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.3% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crofton Avenue was 24.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.7% lower than the Blendon & Penhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crofton Avenue has the 5th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Blendon & Penhill and the 144th lowest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 Crofton Avenue, Bexley, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2022-11-11 | £660,414 |
| 94 Crofton Avenue, Bexley, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2021-09-28 | £745,508 |
| 70 Crofton Avenue, Bexley, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £467,500 | 2021-02-09 | £523,232 |
| 86A Crofton Avenue, Bexley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2020-07-02 | £113,232 |
| 68 Crofton Avenue, Bexley, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2019-07-11 | £707,699 |
DA5 3AT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| 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 | 5,278 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurst Primary School Dorchester Avenue , DA5 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 460 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherwood Park Primary School Sherwood Park Avenue , DA15 9JQ | 3out of 4 | 916 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Primary School Iris Avenue , DA5 1HH | 4out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatsworth Infant School Burnt Oak Lane , DA15 9DD | 3out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Bexley Church of England School Hurst Road , DA5 3JR | 3out of 4 | 1,436 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurstmere School Hurst Road , DA15 9AW | 2out of 4 | 868 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Blackfen School for Girls Blackfen Road , DA15 9NU | 3out of 4 | 1,002 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School Hurst Road , DA15 9AG | 3out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Townley Grammar School Townley Road , DA6 7AB | 4out of 4 | 1,540 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Cleeve Park School Bexley Lane , DA14 4JN | 3out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Bruford College Lamorbey Park , Burnt Oak Lane DA15 9DF | - not rated | 1,310 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough School Marlborough Park Avenue , DA15 9DP | 3out of 4 | 1,472 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleeve Meadow School Bexley Lane , DA14 4JN | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 2,238 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View Academy 146-148 Parkview Road , DA16 1SR | - not rated | 2,254 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montys Café | 17 Montpelier Avenue, Bexley | 119 yd | |
| Craft T Cake | 7 Montpelier Avenue, Bexley | 119 yd | |
| Saggor | 145 Blendon Road, Bexley | 639 yd | |
| Pizza Place | 143 Blendon Road, Bexley | 639 yd | |
| Rayu Pan Asian | 135 Blendon Road, Bexley | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Fox Micro Pub | 9 Montpelier Avenue, Bexley | 149 yd | |
| The Three Blackbirds Public House | 118 Blendon Road, Bexley | 653 yd | |
| Anchor | The Blue Anchor Public House, Bridgen Road | 786 yd | |
| The Albany Hotel | Steynton Avenue, Bexley | 855 yd | |
| Montrose Park Club | 158 Hurst Road, Sidcup | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Fresh Fried Chicken & Ribs | 5 Montpelier Avenue, Bexley | 119 yd | |
| Dragon Rabbit Express | 133 Blendon Road, Bexley | 639 yd | |
| Maddison's Bakery | 157 Blendon Road, Bexley | 641 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken And Ribs | 268 Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup | 735 yd | |
| Seabream Fish Bar | 262 Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 147-149 Blendon Road, Bexley | 639 yd | |
| The Co-Op Food | 26 - 28 Steynton Avenue, Bexley | 842 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hurst Primary School DORCHESTER AVENUE | grass pitches | 323 yd |
| Hurst Community Centre HURST PLACE HURST PLACE HURST ROAD | 507 yd | |
| Penhill Park ROWLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Hurstmere School HURST ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 920 yd |
| Sidcup Golf Club HURST ROAD | golf | 1,035 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 149.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.