Bexley Road is in Erith and in Bexley district. DA8 1SH is located in the Erith electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erith and Thamesmead. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bexley Road, Erith, DA8 1SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA8 1RB, DA8 1TA, DA8 1SA, DA8 1SB, DA8 1TB, DA8 3DH, DA8 1QY, DA8 1RU, DA8 1FJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA8 1SH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% 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 | 58.9% | 55.8% | -3.1% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 41.1% | 44.2% | 3.1% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 | 36.6% | 38.4% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.3% | 26.9% | 7.6% | 44.2% | -17.3% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 3.4% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 13.7% | 6.1% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 30.3% | 17.6% | -12.7% | 6.1% | 11.5% |
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 | 46.8% | 45.4% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 24.7% | 30% | 5.3% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 22.1% | 15.2% | -6.9% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 6.6% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
In the area around DA8 1SH this area, 39.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.5% | 39.1% | 4.6% | 18.2% | 20.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 11.5% | 3.2% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 10.9% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 8.9% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 20.4% | -5.1% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 6.2% | 4.7% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.7% 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 | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 4.2% | 1% | -3.2% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 26.3% | 18.6% | -7.7% | 2.5% | 16.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 59.5% | 68.7% | 9.2% | 81.4% | -12.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 3.2% | 0.6% | -2.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 73% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 73% | 1.9% | 83.2% | -10.2% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Africa | 18.9% | 12.3% | -6.6% | 2.7% | 9.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 70.5% | 73.1% | 2.6% | 83.2% | -10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 16.4% | 14.8% | 9.8% | 6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.8% | 4.1% | -2.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 14.7% | 3.9% | -10.8% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 2.5% | -3.8% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63% | 76.7% | -13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 6.1% | 1.5% | 4.6% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 7.2% | 6.5% | 0.7% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bexley Road was 432.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 318.9% higher than the Belvedere average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bexley Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 116 local areas in Belvedere and the 17th highest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 154.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Bexley Road, Erith, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-12-20 | £132,466 |
| 37 - 39 Bexley Road, Erith, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-05-04 | £315,204 |
| 35 Bexley Road, Erith, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2017-11-28 | £127,822 |
| 33 Bexley Road, Erith, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2016-11-01 | £475,574 |
| 37 - 39 Bexley Road, Erith, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2016-10-11 | £199,558 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DA8 1SH 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%.
| Retired | 115 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 16 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 4,925 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School Lesney Park Road , DA8 3DG | 4out of 4 | 480 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School Bexley Road , DA8 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peareswood Primary School Peareswood Road , DA8 3PR | 3out of 4 | 1,291 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Aske's Slade Green Temple Grove Chrome Road , Slade Green DA8 2EL | - not rated | 1,437 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normandy Primary School Fairford Avenue , Barnehurst DA7 6QP | 3out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Henry School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | 2out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere Erith Road , DA17 6HT | 3out of 4 | 1,337 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Academy Iron Mill Lane , Crayford DA1 4RS | 2out of 4 | 3,175 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic School Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 3,602 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bexleyheath Academy Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 1out of 4 | 3,667 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 | 3,710 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone School Halt Robin Road , DA17 6DW | - not rated | 1,912 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through 121 Nuxley Road , Belverdere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 2,502 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 3,228 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | 3out of 4 | 3,328 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ark Cafe And Bookshop | 19 Pier Road, Erith | 68 yd | |
| K's Spice African Restaurant | 13 Pier Road, Erith | 68 yd | |
| The Whitehart Restaurant And Winebar | 44 Erith High Street, Erith | 68 yd | |
| Riverside Fish & Steak House | 16 Town Square, Erith | 129 yd | |
| Subway | 18 Town Square, Erith | 129 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Exchange, Erith | Erith Library, Walnut Tree Road | 112 yd | |
| Erith Veterans Club | Park Crescent, Erith | 251 yd | |
| Coffee & | Avenue Road, Erith | 537 yd | |
| The Ship | 110 West Street, Erith | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finest Kebab & Chicken Also T/A Monster Burgers/Master Wings | 35 Bexley Road, Erith | 22 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Bexley Road, Erith | 22 yd | |
| Starburger | 6 Cross Street, Erith | 62 yd | |
| House Of Spice | 23A Pier Road, Erith | 68 yd | |
| Deelish | 23 Pier Road, Erith | 71 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | 40 Pier Road, Erith | 167 yd | |
| Morrisons | James Watt Way, Erith | 466 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Swim Centre (Closed) Erith High Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 197 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Erith) ERITH HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 236 yd |
| Erith Trades And Social Club (Closed) James Watt Way | 320 yd | |
| Erith Leisure Centre ERITH SPORTS CENTRE ERITH SPORTS CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 508 yd |
| Erith Recreation Ground AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Europa Gym Centre (Closed) Fraser Road | health and fitness suite | 546 yd |
| Christ Church C Of E Primary School CHRIST CHURCH PRIMARY SCHOOL CHRIST CHURCH PRIMARY SCHOOL LESNEY PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 637 yd |
| Youth And Family Centre West Street | 683 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 | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.