Briarfield Close is in Bexleyheath and in Bexley district. DA7 4JU is located in the Bexleyheath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexleyheath and Crayford. This postcode has been in use since 2004-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Briarfield Close, Bexleyheath, DA7 4JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA7 4LQ, DA7 5AY, DA7 4LG, DA7 4LJ, DA7 4NE, DA7 5AW, DA7 4NQ, DA7 4LN, DA7 5AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DA7 4JU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 48.6% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 48.6% | 51.4% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 DA7 4JU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% 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 | 29.6% | 26.4% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 56.8% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 6.1% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 9.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 (87%) 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 | 44.8% | 52.7% | 7.9% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 34.3% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 14% | 10.4% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 17.5% | 14.9% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 8% | -10.3% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 16% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8.2% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 19.4% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 31.4% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.1% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.7% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 84% | 82.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 1.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 91.4% | 87.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.5% | 87.6% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 8.8% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North Africa | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 55.1% | 46.2% | 8.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Briarfield Close was 22.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.5% lower than the Bexleyheath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Briarfield Close has the 28th lowest crime rate of 106 local areas in Bexleyheath and the 130th lowest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Briarfield Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £706,000 | 2025-03-28 | £696,479 |
| 13A Briarfield Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £607,000 | 2017-05-05 | £755,447 |
| 12 Briarfield Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £442,500 | 2016-12-20 | £552,841 |
| 13 Briarfield Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2014-09-19 | £583,520 |
| 14 Briarfield Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2014-04-14 | £777,243 |
DA7 4JU 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 | 139 |
| Retired | 105 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Education | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 28 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 3,604 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Sheldon Road , DA7 4PH | 4out of 4 | 486 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upland Primary School Church Road , DA7 4DG | 3out of 4 | 706 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bursted Wood Primary School Swanbridge Road , DA7 5BS | 3out of 4 | 711 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pelham Primary School Pelham Road , DA7 4HL | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Academy Belmont Road , DA8 1LE | 3out of 4 | 997 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexleyheath Academy Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 1out of 4 | 849 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic School Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,570 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Columba's Catholic Boys' School Halcot Avenue , DA6 7QB | 3out of 4 | 1,761 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Townley Grammar School Townley Road , DA6 7AB | 4out of 4 | 1,807 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| King Henry School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | 2out of 4 | 1,982 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 | 3,883 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through 121 Nuxley Road , Belverdere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 1,850 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 2,103 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 2,198 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View Academy 146-148 Parkview Road , DA16 1SR | - not rated | 2,267 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Lane Cafe | 142 Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 192 yd | |
| Rahmans Kitchen | 153 Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 214 yd | |
| Seasoned Venues At Bexleyheath Bus Station | Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 743 yd | |
| Chinagaga | 58 Mayplace Road West, Bexleyheath | 817 yd | |
| Subway | 110A Broadway, Bexleyheath | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Yacht | The Yacht Public House, Long Lane | 214 yd | |
| Travellers Home Public House | Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 460 yd | |
| Goals Bexleyheath At Bexleyheath School | Graham Road, Bexleyheath | 564 yd | |
| Jolly Millers | The Jolly Miller Public House, 111 Mayplace Road West | 827 yd | |
| The Furze Wren | 1 Mayplace Road West, Bexleyheath | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab Centre | 143 Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 214 yd | |
| Ho Wan | 165 Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 214 yd | |
| Noah's Fish & Chips | 154 Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 314 yd | |
| Morleys Bexleyheath | 122 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 775 yd | |
| Fortune Star | 132 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 131-135 Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 214 yd | |
| Iceland | 114-116 Broadway, Bexleyheath | 898 yd | |
| Asda | 160 Broadway, Bexleyheath | 923 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 308 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 957 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 55 Broadway, Bexleyheath | 986 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Park GARRARD CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 354 yd |
| Bexleyheath Academy WOOLWICH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 584 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Bexleyheath) GRAHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 604 yd |
| St Thomas Moore Catholic Primary School SHELDON ROAD | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| Bursted Wood Primary School SWANBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 635 yd |
| Pelham Primary School PELHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Upland Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Bexleyheath) 36 CLOCK TOWER COURT 36 CLOCK TOWER COURT ROYAL OAK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,037 yd |
| Belmont Academy BELMONT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,052 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 | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 176.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.