Chestnut Drive is in Bexleyheath and in Bexley district. DA7 4EN is located in the Crook Log electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexleyheath and Crayford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chestnut Drive, Bexleyheath, DA7 4EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA7 4EW, DA7 4ET, DA7 4EL, DA7 4EJ, DA7 4EU, DA7 4EH, DA7 4HE, DA7 4HD, DA7 4BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA7 4EN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 50.2% | 54.1% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 49.8% | 45.9% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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% | 28.8% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 44.8% | -15.4% | 44.2% | 0.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 17.9% | 8.6% | 6.1% | 11.8% |
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 | 50.2% | 42.2% | -8.0% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 31.3% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 13.4% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 8.5% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 4.7% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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 | 21.2% | 20.8% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 9.9% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 15.5% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 13.9% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 32.3% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 7.2% | 3.2% | -4.0% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 3.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 5.4% | 5.0% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 2.5% | 0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 2.8% | 0.2% | -2.6% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 84.5% | 77.2% | -7.3% | 81.4% | -4.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 81.7% 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 | 89% | 81.7% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 5.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 8.3% | 4.4% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 81.8% | -5.8% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 13.9% | 12.5% | 9.8% | 4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 1.1% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Hindu | 4.9% | 1.7% | 3.2% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chestnut Drive was 19.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.5% lower than the Bexleyheath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chestnut Drive has the 21st lowest crime rate of 105 local areas in Bexleyheath and the 96th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Chestnut Drive, Bexleyheath, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2022-10-20 | £707,861 |
| 24 Chestnut Drive, Bexleyheath, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2020-10-16 | £663,994 |
| 6 Chestnut Drive, Bexleyheath, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2017-06-23 | £598,572 |
| 30 Chestnut Drive, Bexleyheath, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2016-08-05 | £601,230 |
| 42 Chestnut Drive, Bexleyheath, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2016-04-11 | £607,133 |
DA7 4EN 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 DA7 4EN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 138 |
| Retired | 121 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedonwell Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | - not rated | 2,218 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 3,267 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington Primary School Barrington Road , DA7 4UN | - not rated | 477 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrington Primary School Barrington Road , DA7 4UN | 3out of 4 | 477 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrington County Infant School Barrington Road , DA7 4UN | - not rated | 477 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crook Log Primary School Crook Log , DA6 8EQ | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upland Primary School Church Road , DA7 4DG | - not rated | 576 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lift Bexleyheath Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexleyheath School Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Welling School Elsa Road , DA16 1LB | 2out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Welling School Elsa Road , DA16 1LB | - not rated | 1,380 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Townley Grammar School Townley Road , DA6 7AB | 4out of 4 | 1,605 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexley College Tower Road , DA17 6JA | - not rated | 3,936 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwich Community College at Plumstead Centre 95 Plumstead Road , Plumstead SE18 7DQ | - not rated | 5,178 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 5,238 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Post-16 Campus Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 5,238 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 4,178 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Business Academy Bexley Yarnton Way , DA18 4DW | - not rated | 4,178 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire Academy South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 3out of 4 | 453 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbrooke School South Gypsy Road , DA16 1JB | - not rated | 453 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View Academy 146-148 Parkview Road , DA16 1SR | - not rated | 1,061 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through School 121 Nuxley Road , Belvedere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 2,472 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| ADO River Valley School Poets Corner Centre , 19a Keats Road DA16 3NB | - not rated | 3,012 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming Of The Avenue | 54 Avenue Road, Bexleyheath | 275 yd | |
| Glasshouse | 62 Avenue Road, Bexleyheath | 275 yd | |
| Central Parks | 4 Station Approach, Bexleyheath | 370 yd | |
| Zanz Cafe & Restaurant | 30 Pickford Lane, Bexleyheath | 433 yd | |
| Sweet Spa Party | 44 Pickford Lane, Bexleyheath | 526 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Camden Public House | Avenue Road, Bexleyheath | 195 yd | |
| The Kentish Belle | 8 Pickford Lane, Bexleyheath | 386 yd | |
| Toby Carvery At Crook Log Public House | Crook Log, Bexleyheath | 390 yd | |
| The Golden Lion Also T/A K-Town, Chik Box & Locked & Loaded | 260 Broadway, Bexleyheath | 645 yd | |
| The Wrong' Un | 234-236 Broadway, Bexleyheath | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jumbo Chinese & Thai Cuisine | 64 Avenue Road, Bexleyheath | 275 yd | |
| Flames Pizza And Grill | 50 Avenue Road, Bexleyheath | 275 yd | |
| The Jerk Den | 66 Avenue Road, Bexleyheath | 275 yd | |
| Spice King - Munchalato | 66 Avenue Road, Bexleyheath | 275 yd | |
| Kebabies | 19 Pickford Lane, Bexleyheath | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 81 - 87 Avenue Road, Bexleyheath | 195 yd | |
| Asda | 13-15 Crook Log, Bexleyheath | 410 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | 4-12 Pickford Lane, Bexleyheath | 433 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Danson Youth Trust BRAMPTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 256 yd |
| Crook Log Leisure Centre BRAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 407 yd |
| Splashworld Swimming Centre (Closed) Crook Log | swimming pool | 466 yd |
| Barrington Primary School BARRINGTON ROAD | 475 yd | |
| Better Gym Bexleyheath 315-321 315-321 BROADWAY | health and fitness suite | 514 yd |
| Upland Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Changes Womens Health Club (Closed) 2A 2A Devonshire Road | health and fitness suite | 625 yd |
| Brampton Primary Academy BRAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| Bexleyheath Sports Club PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 867 yd |
| Park View Road Stadium PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches | 968 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 | 180 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 210.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.