Garrard Close is in Bexleyheath and in Bexley district. DA7 4LX is located in the Bexleyheath 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 Garrard Close, Bexleyheath, DA7 4LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA7 4LY, DA7 4ND, DA7 4LT, DA7 5AT, DA7 4LU, DA7 4LS, DA7 4NA, DA7 4LR, DA7 4LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA7 4LX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 51.6% | 53% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 48.4% | 47% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 4LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 26.7% | 28.4% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 55% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.1% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 7.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 46.4% | 49.9% | 3.5% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 35.5% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 10.7% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 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% | 17.1% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 11.4% | -8.0% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 17.1% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 17.5% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 27.9% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 8.4% | 2.9% | -5.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 9.6% | 8.5% | 3.1% | 6.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 87.7% | 75.7% | -12.0% | 81.4% | -5.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 78.5% 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 | 90.9% | 78.5% | -12.4% | 83.2% | -4.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 7.3% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 11% | 6.4% | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 78.3% | -10.9% | 83.2% | -4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 13.5% | 12.9% | 9.8% | 3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 3.9% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 1.4% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 4% | 0.9% | 3.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 10.1% | 1.7% | 8.4% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garrard Close was 55.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.4% higher than the Barnehurst average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Garrard Close has the 60th lowest crime rate of 131 local areas in Barnehurst and the 354th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Garrard Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £477,000 | 2023-01-27 | £471,753 |
| 22 Garrard Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2021-06-29 | £483,261 |
| 23 Garrard Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-11-20 | £452,250 |
| 17 Garrard Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2019-05-10 | £420,325 |
| 18 Garrard Close, Bexleyheath, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £392,500 | 2018-07-31 | £475,132 |
DA7 4LX 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedonwell Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | - not rated | 2,590 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 4,190 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pelham Primary School Pelham Road , DA7 4HL | - not rated | 215 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pelham Infant School Pelham Road , DA7 4HL | - not rated | 215 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pelham Primary School Pelham Road , DA7 4HL | - not rated | 215 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bursted Wood Primary School Swanbridge Road , DA7 5BS | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bursted Wood Primary School Swanbridge Road , DA7 5BS | - not rated | 859 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 | 460 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexleyheath School Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | - not rated | 460 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic School Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 982 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic School for Girls Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | - not rated | 982 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Columba's Catholic Boys' School Halcot Avenue , DA6 7QB | - not rated | 1,185 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexley College Tower Road , DA17 6JA | - not rated | 3,230 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Kent College Oakfield Lane , DA1 2JT | - not rated | 5,287 yd | Further education | 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 | 3out of 4 | 4,421 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Business Academy Bexley Yarnton Way , DA18 4DW | - not rated | 4,421 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood School Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | - not rated | 1,557 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 1,557 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | - not rated | 1,870 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | - not rated | 1,870 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 3out of 4 | 1,985 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasoned Venues At Bexleyheath Bus Station | Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 331 yd | |
| Chinagaga | 58 Mayplace Road West, Bexleyheath | 366 yd | |
| Nando's | 16 -17 Market Place, Bexleyheath | 540 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo | Broadway, Bexleyheath | 562 yd | |
| Cineworld | Broadway, Bexleyheath | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travellers Home Public House | Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 270 yd | |
| Jolly Millers | The Jolly Miller Public House, 111 Mayplace Road West | 360 yd | |
| Goals Bexleyheath At Bexleyheath School | Graham Road, Bexleyheath | 502 yd | |
| The Furze Wren | 1 Mayplace Road West, Bexleyheath | 504 yd | |
| The Yacht | The Yacht Public House, Long Lane | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morleys Bexleyheath | 122 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 329 yd | |
| Fortune Star | 132 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 329 yd | |
| Bexley Pizza Peri Peri | 126 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 329 yd | |
| Homeland Cuisine Also T/A O Kulala Africano Madam Foodie Nig | 1 Market Place, Bexleyheath | 585 yd | |
| Tom Bells | 98 Broadway, Bexleyheath | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Bexleyheath | Lidl, 20 Broadway | 586 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 72 Broadway, Bexleyheath | 587 yd | |
| Iceland | 114-116 Broadway, Bexleyheath | 618 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 55 Broadway, Bexleyheath | 634 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | 131-135 Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 678 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Park GARRARD CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 158 yd |
| Pelham Primary School PELHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 211 yd |
| Bexleyheath Academy WOOLWICH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 368 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Bexleyheath) GRAHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 559 yd |
| Marriott Leisure Club (Bexleyheath) BROADWAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 732 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Bexleyheath) 36 CLOCK TOWER COURT 36 CLOCK TOWER COURT ROYAL OAK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 779 yd |
| Bursted Wood Primary School SWANBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Gravel Hill Primary School WATLING STREET | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| Upland Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 920 yd |
| St Catherine'S Catholic School WATLING STREET | grass pitches | 982 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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 | 4.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 4.0% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 282.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.