Park Crescent is in Erith and in Bexley district. DA8 3ED is located in the Erith 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 Park Crescent, Erith, DA8 3ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA8 3EB, DA8 3ER, DA8 3SJ, DA8 3DT, DA8 3DS, DA8 3SN, DA8 3EF, DA8 3DU, DA8 3DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA8 3ED, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 52.1% | 53.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 47.9% | 46.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 28.8% | 28.7% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.1% | 41.5% | 6.4% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 1.5% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 18.3% | 14.4% | -3.9% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 13.8% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 | 36.1% | 46.8% | 10.7% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 28.8% | -7.3% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 16.4% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 6.8% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 3ED this area, 29.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 29.6% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 9.2% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 7.7% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 9.2% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 11.7% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 30.6% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 5.9% | 4.8% | -1.1% | 0.7% | 4.1% |
| Indian | 3.7% | 6% | 2.3% | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 4.1% | 8.8% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 6.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 77.6% | 71.9% | -5.7% | 81.4% | -9.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 78.6% 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 | 87.2% | 78.6% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -4.6% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 10.9% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 4.8% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.6% | 77.7% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 7.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 0.8% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 5.2% | 0.6% | 4.6% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Sikh | 5.2% | 0.9% | 4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Crescent was 72.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.8% lower than the Belvedere average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Crescent has the 54th highest crime rate of 115 local areas in Belvedere and the 264th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198 Park Crescent, Erith, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-04-20 | £357,562 |
| 198 Park Crescent, Erith, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2022-09-30 | £467,353 |
| 238 Park Crescent, Erith, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2018-08-13 | £271,117 |
| 240 Park Crescent, Erith, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2018-02-09 | £267,310 |
| 222A Park Crescent, Erith, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2017-06-05 | £256,909 |
DA8 3ED 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DA8 3ED area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedonwell Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | - not rated | 2,527 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 4,254 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School Bexley Road , DA8 3HQ | 4out of 4 | 323 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church, Erith,CofE VA Primary School Lesney Park Road , DA8 3DG | - not rated | 439 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE VA School Lesney Park Road , DA8 3DG | - not rated | 439 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School Lesney Park Road , DA8 3DG | - not rated | 439 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lime Wood Primary School 2 Sandy Road , DA8 1FJ | - not rated | 580 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erith School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | - not rated | 468 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Henry School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | - not rated | 468 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Erith School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | - not rated | 468 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Academy Bexley Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | 1out of 4 | 468 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere Erith Road , DA17 6HT | 3out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 986 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Rainham Sixth Form 217 Wennington Road , RM13 9XA | - not rated | 5,245 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 | 3,307 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Business Academy Bexley Yarnton Way , DA18 4DW | - not rated | 3,307 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside School Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | - not rated | 961 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 961 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone School Halt Robin Road , DA17 6DW | 3out of 4 | 1,658 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through School 121 Nuxley Road , Belvedere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 1,761 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Howbury Centre Pupil Referral Unit Slade Green Road , DA8 2HX | - not rated | 1,919 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sant Nirankari Satsang Bhawan Centre For Oneness | Centre For Oneness, 4 Fraser Road | 477 yd | |
| T Bones Cafe | 18 Fraser Road, Erith | 477 yd | |
| Spice Brasserie | 190 Bexley Road, Erith | 517 yd | |
| Le Cafe Creme | 7 Alford Road, Erith | 703 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 4 Mill Road, Erith | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee & | Avenue Road, Erith | 580 yd | |
| North Heath Social Club | 8 Mill Road, Erith | 720 yd | |
| The Duke Of Northumberland | 322 Bexley Road, Erith | 770 yd | |
| Erith Veterans Club | Park Crescent, Erith | 812 yd | |
| The Brewers Arms | 22 Brook Street, Erith | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Kebab | 194 Bexley Road, Erith | 517 yd | |
| BP Erith Service Station And Subway | Royal Oak Service Station, 291 Bexley Road | 655 yd | |
| The Sun | 257 Bexley Road, Erith | 655 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 279 Bexley Road, Erith | 655 yd | |
| Bexley Fried Chicken | 281 Bexley Road, Erith | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 204 - 210 Bexley Road, Erith | 594 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets | Sainsbury's, 1 Bronze Walk | 652 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 40 Pier Road, Erith | 1,030 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Christ Church C Of E Primary School CHRIST CHURCH PRIMARY SCHOOL CHRIST CHURCH PRIMARY SCHOOL LESNEY PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School BEXLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| King Henry School AVENUE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 472 yd |
| Europa Gym Centre (Closed) Fraser Road | health and fitness suite | 540 yd |
| Erith Recreation Ground AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches | 836 yd |
| Erith Leisure Centre ERITH SPORTS CENTRE ERITH SPORTS CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 914 yd |
| Northumberland Heath Primary School WHEELOCK CLOSE | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| Woodside School COLYERS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 954 yd |
| Colyers Primary School (Closed) Colyers Lane | grass pitches | 965 yd |
| Bodyworks (Bexley College) (Closed) Tower Road | health and fitness suite | 992 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 265.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.