Hurst Road is in Erith and in Bexley district. DA8 3EQ 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 Hurst Road, Erith, DA8 3EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA8 3EG, DA8 3BW, DA8 3BS, DA8 3BT, DA8 3DA, DA8 3HF, DA8 3HD, DA8 3EU, DA8 3HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA8 3EQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 47.2% | 52.1% | 4.9% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 52.8% | 47.9% | -4.9% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 36.3% | 40.8% | 4.5% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 44.6% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 6% | 6.3% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 4.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) 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 | 50.3% | 47.8% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 38.4% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 8.8% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.5% | 22.6% | 1.1% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.1% | 18% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 8.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 13.8% | -7.7% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 20.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 20.1% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 4.7% | 1.9% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 85% | 80.8% | -4.2% | 81.4% | -0.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 93.8% | 89.2% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 88.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 0% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hurst Road was 60.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.7% higher than the Barnehurst average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hurst Road has the 62nd lowest crime rate of 131 local areas in Barnehurst and the 324th highest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Hurst Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-08-23 | £381,435 |
| 13 Hurst Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-07-10 | £414,086 |
| 15 Hurst Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-06-01 | £362,909 |
| 19 Hurst Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2019-12-19 | £341,781 |
| 11 Hurst Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £328,000 | 2018-11-29 | £401,649 |
DA8 3EQ 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 4,040 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 | 3out of 4 | 306 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northumberland Heath Primary School Wheelock Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 1JE | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnehurst Infant School Barnehurst Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 3NL | 4out of 4 | 707 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnehurst Junior School Barnehurst Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 3NL | 4out of 4 | 724 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School Lesney Park Road , DA8 3DG | 4out of 4 | 854 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 293 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere Erith Road , DA17 6HT | 3out of 4 | 1,340 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexleyheath Academy Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 1out of 4 | 2,443 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic School Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 2,575 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Columba's Catholic Boys' School Halcot Avenue , DA6 7QB | 3out of 4 | 2,866 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | 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 | 3,330 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 | 894 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through 121 Nuxley Road , Belverdere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 1,532 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone School Halt Robin Road , DA17 6DW | - not rated | 1,859 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 2,461 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,664 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Brasserie | 190 Bexley Road, Erith | 127 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 4 Mill Road, Erith | 281 yd | |
| Munchies | 228 Bexley Road, Erith | 303 yd | |
| Tasty African Restaurant | 325 Bexley Road, Erith | 314 yd | |
| Perfect Cafe | 23 Mill Road, Erith | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Heath Social Club | 8 Mill Road, Erith | 281 yd | |
| The Duke Of Northumberland | 322 Bexley Road, Erith | 303 yd | |
| The Brewers Arms | 22 Brook Street, Erith | 423 yd | |
| The Duchess Of Kent | 143 Brook Street, Erith | 584 yd | |
| Erith Rugby Football Club | Sussex Road, Erith | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Kebab | 194 Bexley Road, Erith | 127 yd | |
| BP Erith Service Station And Subway | Royal Oak Service Station, 291 Bexley Road | 187 yd | |
| The Sun | 257 Bexley Road, Erith | 187 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 279 Bexley Road, Erith | 187 yd | |
| Bexley Fried Chicken | 281 Bexley Road, Erith | 187 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 204 - 210 Bexley Road, Erith | 150 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 308 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 1,006 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets | Sainsbury's, 1 Bronze Walk | 1,040 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Henry School AVENUE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 156 yd |
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School BEXLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 307 yd |
| Northumberland Heath Primary School WHEELOCK CLOSE | grass pitches | 581 yd |
| Christ Church C Of E Primary School CHRIST CHURCH PRIMARY SCHOOL CHRIST CHURCH PRIMARY SCHOOL LESNEY PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 670 yd |
| Woodside School COLYERS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 753 yd |
| Colyers Primary School (Closed) Colyers Lane | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Northumberland Heath Recreation Ground NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 818 yd |
| Normandy Primary School FAIRFORD AVENUE | grass pitches | 915 yd |
| Europa Gym Centre (Closed) Fraser Road | health and fitness suite | 1,004 yd |
| Erith Recreation Ground AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,033 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 | 79.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.