Loampit Road is in Erith and in Bexley district. DA8 1FH is located in the Erith electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erith and Thamesmead. This postcode has been in use since 2018-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Loampit Road, Erith, DA8 1FH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA8 1FL, DA8 1FN, DA8 3SP, DA8 3SN, DA8 3SR, DA8 3SJ, DA8 1QS, DA8 3DT, DA8 1ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DA8 1FH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 53.8% | 48.4% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 46.2% | 51.6% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 DA8 1FH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% 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 | 30% | 40.9% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 53.6% | 4.4% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 3.6% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -5.5% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 0% | -10.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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 (95.5%) 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 | 35.5% | 75.2% | 39.7% | 48.4% | 26.8% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 20.3% | -17.2% | 33.6% | -13.3% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 3.9% | -15.4% | 12.7% | -8.8% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 0.7% | -5.9% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around DA8 1FH this area, 6.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 63.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.6% | 6.4% | -23.2% | 18.2% | -11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 6.4% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 8.2% | -9.4% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 0.9% | -2.7% | 5.3% | -4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 14.5% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 63.6% | 43.6% | 33.8% | 29.8% |
| Other | 7.2% | 0% | -7.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 28.4% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Indian | 8.3% | 11% | 2.7% | 3.1% | 7.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 8% | 29% | 21.0% | 2.5% | 26.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 75.7% | 28.4% | -47.3% | 81.4% | -53.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.2% | 4.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, just 49.7% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 49.7% | -35.3% | 83.2% | -33.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 17% | 15.7% | 6.1% | 10.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 6.3% | 17.6% | 11.3% | 2.7% | 14.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 11.1% | 5.8% | 5.6% | 5.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 3.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 49.7% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 30% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.7% | 50.7% | -32.0% | 83.2% | -32.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 30% | 29.3% | 9.8% | 20.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 14% | 11.0% | 2.9% | 11.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.6% | 2% | -9.6% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Portugal | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Lithuania | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 5.3% | 1.5% | 3.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 3.9% | 0.2% | 3.7% |
| No passport held | 2% | 13.5% | -11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.1% | 37.2% | -17.1% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Hindu | 7.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 16.2% | 6.5% | 9.7% |
| Sikh | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Loampit Road was 114.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.1% higher than the Belvedere average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Loampit Road has the 35th highest crime rate of 115 local areas in Belvedere and the 144th highest crime rate of 716 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Loampit Road, Erith, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2026-03-06 | £340,000 |
| 20 Loampit Road, Erith, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2025-02-03 | £358,563 |
| 32 Loampit Road, Erith, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-09-01 | £359,241 |
| 16 Loampit Road, Erith, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-08-23 | £364,615 |
| 88 Loampit Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, a newly built property | £532,500 | 2021-06-30 | £606,324 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Loampit Road, Erith, DA8 1FH has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 43 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Loampit Road, Erith, DA8 1FH has very low surface water flood risk.
4 of 43 properties (9.30%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
DA8 1FH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Retired | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedonwell Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | - not rated | 2,352 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 4,022 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Wood Primary School 2 Sandy Road , DA8 1FJ | - not rated | 226 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School Bexley Road , DA8 3HQ | 4out of 4 | 404 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church, Erith,CofE VA Primary School Lesney Park Road , DA8 3DG | - not rated | 685 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE VA School Lesney Park Road , DA8 3DG | - not rated | 685 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School Lesney Park Road , DA8 3DG | - not rated | 685 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 | 708 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Picardy School The Oaks , Erith Road DA17 6HT | - not rated | 708 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School, Belvedere Erith Road , DA17 6HT | - not rated | 708 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Erith School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | - not rated | 795 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Henry School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | - not rated | 795 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexley College Tower Road , DA17 6JA | - not rated | 639 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Rainham Sixth Form 217 Wennington Road , RM13 9XA | - not rated | 5,068 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | 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 | 2,971 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Business Academy Bexley Yarnton Way , DA18 4DW | - not rated | 2,971 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone School Halt Robin Road , DA17 6DW | 3out of 4 | 1,294 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside School Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | - not rated | 1,324 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through School 121 Nuxley Road , Belvedere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 1,580 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Howbury Centre Pupil Referral Unit Slade Green Road , DA8 2HX | - not rated | 2,208 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Cafe Creme | 7 Alford Road, Erith | 385 yd | |
| Sant Nirankari Satsang Bhawan Centre For Oneness | Centre For Oneness, 4 Fraser Road | 469 yd | |
| T Bones Cafe | 18 Fraser Road, Erith | 469 yd | |
| Spice Brasserie | 190 Bexley Road, Erith | 737 yd | |
| Basil's@ Re-Instate | St. Johns Hall, West Street | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship | 110 West Street, Erith | 793 yd | |
| Coffee & | Avenue Road, Erith | 862 yd | |
| North Heath Social Club | 8 Mill Road, Erith | 926 yd | |
| The Exchange, Erith | Erith Library, Walnut Tree Road | 991 yd | |
| Erith Veterans Club | Park Crescent, Erith | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Red Chinese Takeaway | 3 Alford Road, Erith | 385 yd | |
| Pom Pom Fish Bar | 7A Alford Road, Erith | 385 yd | |
| Chilli Chill | 1 Riverdale Road, Erith | 401 yd | |
| Super Kebab | 194 Bexley Road, Erith | 737 yd | |
| Lucky Inn | 186 West Street, Erith | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets | Sainsbury's, 1 Bronze Walk | 298 yd | |
| Tesco | 204 - 210 Bexley Road, Erith | 826 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School BEXLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| Europa Gym Centre (Closed) Fraser Road | health and fitness suite | 518 yd |
| Christ Church C Of E Primary School CHRIST CHURCH PRIMARY SCHOOL CHRIST CHURCH PRIMARY SCHOOL LESNEY PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 629 yd |
| Trinity School ERITH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 636 yd |
| Bodyworks (Bexley College) (Closed) Tower Road | health and fitness suite | 645 yd |
| Bexley College (Closed) TOWER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 709 yd |
| King Henry School AVENUE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 798 yd |
| Youth And Family Centre West Street | 874 yd | |
| Northumberland Heath Recreation Ground NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,035 yd |
| Riverside Swim Centre (Closed) Erith High Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,055 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 246 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 35.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.