The Rise is in Bexley and in Bexley district. DA5 3EJ 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 The Rise, Bexley, DA5 3EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA5 3EH, DA5 3EU, DA5 3EQ, DA5 3EF, DA5 3EE, DA15 9LW, DA5 3EG, DA5 3ET, DA5 3BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA5 3EJ, 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 | 50.9% | 54.5% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 45.5% | -3.6% | 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 vicinity of DA5 3EJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% 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 | 25.5% | 27.4% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 51.6% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 8.7% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 7.9% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.3% | 54% | 11.7% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 29.5% | -9.8% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 11.8% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 27.6% | 14% | -13.6% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 10.7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.6% | 17.3% | -6.3% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 17.3% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 28% | 12.4% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 4% | 5.9% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.1% | 1.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 4.6% | 4.0% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 89.3% | 79.2% | -10.1% | 81.4% | -2.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 82.9% 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 | 93.6% | 82.9% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 4.7% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 7.1% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 82.2% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 14.8% | 13.6% | 9.8% | 5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0.9% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.4% | 13.5% | -10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 5.6% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Rise was 44.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.7% higher than the Blendon & Penhill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Rise has the 5th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Blendon & Penhill and the 294th lowest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 The Rise, Bexley, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £605,000 | 2024-12-06 | £595,606 |
| 12 The Rise, Bexley, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £715,500 | 2023-03-23 | £707,493 |
| 15 The Rise, Bexley, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-05-03 | £465,815 |
| 19 The Rise, Bexley, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £498,000 | 2021-10-28 | £536,053 |
| 13 The Rise, Bexley, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2021-03-26 | £558,815 |
DA5 3EJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 DA5 3EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 5,341 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherwood Park Primary School Sherwood Park Avenue , DA15 9JQ | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatsworth Infant School Burnt Oak Lane , DA15 9DD | 3out of 4 | 809 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Primary School Dorchester Avenue , DA5 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Lamorbey Church of England School Burnt Oak Lane , DA15 9DB | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnt Oak Junior School Burnt Oak Lane , DA15 9DA | 4out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 505 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Blackfen School for Girls Blackfen Road , DA15 9NU | 3out of 4 | 775 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School Hurst Road , DA15 9AG | 3out of 4 | 997 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleeve Park School Bexley Lane , DA14 4JN | 3out of 4 | 1,702 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley Grammar School Danson Lane , DA16 2BL | 4out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 774 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough School Marlborough Park Avenue , DA15 9DP | 3out of 4 | 913 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleeve Meadow School Bexley Lane , DA14 4JN | - not rated | 1,702 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lodge School 36 Station Road , Sidcup DA15 7DU | - not rated | 1,916 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benedict House Preparatory School 1-5 Victoria Road , DA15 7HD | - not rated | 2,067 yd | Other independent school | Yes | 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 | 625 yd | |
| Craft T Cake | 7 Montpelier Avenue, Bexley | 625 yd | |
| Mrs Bouquet Florist | 254 Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup | 659 yd | |
| Saffron Indian Diner | 258 Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup | 660 yd | |
| Merlinda's Cafe | 246 Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montrose Park Club | 158 Hurst Road, Sidcup | 569 yd | |
| Silver Fox Micro Pub | 9 Montpelier Avenue, Bexley | 662 yd | |
| The Three Blackbirds Public House | 118 Blendon Road, Bexley | 861 yd | |
| The Albany Hotel | Steynton Avenue, Bexley | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Fresh Fried Chicken & Ribs | 5 Montpelier Avenue, Bexley | 625 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken And Ribs | 268 Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup | 660 yd | |
| Seabream Fish Bar | 262 Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup | 660 yd | |
| Sherwood Garden | 252 Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup | 660 yd | |
| Maddison's Bakery | 157 Blendon Road, Bexley | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 147-149 Blendon Road, Bexley | 803 yd | |
| The Co-Op Food | 26 - 28 Steynton Avenue, Bexley | 977 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penhill Park ROWLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Hurstmere School HURST ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 478 yd |
| Sidcup Golf Club HURST ROAD | golf | 524 yd |
| Hurst Community Centre HURST PLACE HURST PLACE HURST ROAD | 691 yd | |
| Hurst Primary School DORCHESTER AVENUE | grass pitches | 804 yd |
| Blackfen School For Girls BLACKFEN ROAD | grass pitches | 988 yd |
| Marlborough Park (Closed) Marlborough Park Avenue | grass pitches | 1,012 yd |
| Chislehurst And Sidcup Grammar School HURST ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,024 yd |
| Sidcup Youth Centre Burnt Oak Lane | 1,072 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 | 50.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.