Brook Street is in Erith and in Bexley district. DA8 1DY is located in the Northumberland Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erith and Thamesmead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brook Street, Erith, DA8 1DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA8 1DU, DA8 1DX, DA8 1EA, DA17 6LN, DA8 1DS, DA8 1EU, DA8 1EL, DA8 1DT, DA17 6LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA8 1DY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 51.1% | 52.7% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 48.9% | 47.3% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 35% | 39.6% | 4.6% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 42.9% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 39.9% | 49.7% | 9.8% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 42.8% | 37.9% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 9.4% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 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 | 23.3% | 16.9% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 10.5% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 16.9% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 6.8% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 19.5% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 27.1% | 12.1% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 5% | 2.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 4.5% | 8.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 5.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 87.5% | 74.5% | -13.0% | 81.4% | -6.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 84.9% 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 | 92.3% | 84.9% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 5.4% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 85.2% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.9% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 0.6% | -7.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 6.1% | 6.5% | -0.4% |
| Sikh | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brook Street was 66.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.7% higher than the Barnehurst average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Brook Street has the 61st highest crime rate of 131 local areas in Barnehurst and the 284th highest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 Brook Street, Erith, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,250 | 2024-01-31 | £547,028 |
| 318 Brook Street, Erith, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2020-10-16 | £542,711 |
| 306 Brook Street, Erith, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £333,000 | 2017-06-02 | £423,011 |
| Highlands Farm Brook Street, Erith, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £720,000 | 2015-12-26 | £927,766 |
| 314 Brook Street, Erith, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2015-05-15 | £487,640 |
DA8 1DY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,210 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lessness Heath Primary School Erith Road , DA17 6HB | 3out of 4 | 553 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northumberland Heath Primary School Wheelock Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 1JE | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School Bexley Road , DA8 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Academy Belmont Road , DA8 1LE | 3out of 4 | 970 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvedere Junior School Mitchell Close , DA17 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere Erith Road , DA17 6HT | 3out of 4 | 998 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Henry School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | 2out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexleyheath Academy Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 1out of 4 | 2,691 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic School Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 3,084 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Welling School Elsa Road , DA16 1LB | 2out of 4 | 3,280 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,476 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Break Through 121 Nuxley Road , Belverdere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 715 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone School Halt Robin Road , DA17 6DW | - not rated | 1,268 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizons Academy Bexley Lensbury Way , SE2 9TA | 3out of 4 | 2,882 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 3,114 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Cafe | 104B Parsonage Manorway, Belvedere | 544 yd | |
| Spice Brasserie | 190 Bexley Road, Erith | 769 yd | |
| Pickles Sandwich Bar | 59 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 784 yd | |
| Belvedere Tandoori | 6B Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 810 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 4 Mill Road, Erith | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erith Rugby Football Club | Sussex Road, Erith | 541 yd | |
| The Duchess Of Kent | 143 Brook Street, Erith | 655 yd | |
| Belvedere Social Club | 27-35 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 767 yd | |
| Royal Standard | 39 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 784 yd | |
| North Heath Social Club | 8 Mill Road, Erith | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Root Of Spice | 92 Parsonage Manorway, Belvedere | 544 yd | |
| The Frying Pan | 104 Parsonage Manorway, Belvedere | 544 yd | |
| Welcome Inn | 90 Parsonage Manorway, Belvedere | 544 yd | |
| Village Kebab | 17 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 767 yd | |
| Super Kebab | 194 Bexley Road, Erith | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 72 Nuxley Road, Belvedere | 820 yd | |
| Tesco | 204 - 210 Bexley Road, Erith | 821 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets | Sainsbury's, 1 Bronze Walk | 866 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northumberland Heath Recreation Ground NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 402 yd |
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School BEXLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 613 yd |
| Northumberland Heath Primary School WHEELOCK CLOSE | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Lessness Heath Primary School ERITH ROAD | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Bodyzone (Closed) First Floor 56-64 First Floor 56-64 Nuxley Road | health and fitness suite | 855 yd |
| Trinity School ERITH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 880 yd |
| Belvedere Recreation Ground 13A 13A WOOLWICH ROAD | tennis courts | 1,001 yd |
| Belmont Academy BELMONT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,002 yd |
| King Henry School AVENUE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,029 yd |
| Bodyworks (Bexley College) (Closed) Tower Road | health and fitness suite | 1,090 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 | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 198.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.