Hilary Close is in Erith and in Bexley district. DA8 3NH is located in the Barnehurst electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexleyheath and Crayford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hilary Close, Erith, DA8 3NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA8 3LU, DA8 3ND, DA8 3NB, DA7 5EE, DA7 5EF, DA8 3NA, DA7 6QF, DA8 3LT, DA8 1JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA8 3NH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 51.4% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 52.2% | 48.6% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 35.4% | 38.4% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 46.3% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.1% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 46.3% | 50.9% | 4.6% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 32.8% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 13.9% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 1.2% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.6% | 13.8% | -11.8% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 7.1% | -12.6% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 19.3% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 18.6% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 29.4% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 2.4% | 5.2% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.1% | 0.9% | -2.2% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 7.6% | 5.4% | 3.1% | 4.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 8.5% | 6.6% | 2.5% | 6.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 86.6% | 76.4% | -10.2% | 81.4% | -5.0% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 78.5% 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 | 91.6% | 78.5% | -13.1% | 83.2% | -4.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 9.1% | 8.2% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 5.1% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 5.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 78.5% | -11.8% | 83.2% | -4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13% | 13.0% | 9.8% | 3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.7% | 0.3% | -9.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Sikh | 6.4% | 0.9% | 5.5% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hilary Close was 53.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.4% higher than the Barnehurst average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hilary Close has the 59th lowest crime rate of 131 local areas in Barnehurst and the 342nd lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Hilary Close, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2025-03-28 | £368,728 |
| 7 Hilary Close, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2022-07-06 | £387,443 |
| 3 Hilary Close, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2022-02-07 | £399,033 |
| 1 Hilary Close, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-11-02 | £381,222 |
| 12 Hilary Close, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2018-11-29 | £400,454 |
DA8 3NH 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 | 126 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedonwell Nursery School Bedonwell Road , DA17 5PF | - not rated | 2,263 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 4,057 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnehurst Junior School Barnehurst Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 3NL | 4out of 4 | 253 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnehurst Junior (Foundation) School Barnehurst Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 3NL | - not rated | 253 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnehurst Infant School Barnehurst Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 3NL | 4out of 4 | 312 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnehurst Infant School Barnehurst Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 3NL | - not rated | 312 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bursted Wood Primary School Swanbridge Road , DA7 5BS | 3out of 4 | 436 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 860 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Henry School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | - not rated | 860 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Erith School Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | - not rated | 860 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Academy Bexley Avenue Road , DA8 3BN | 1out of 4 | 860 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Bexleyheath Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 3out of 4 | 1,658 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 | 2,085 yd | Further education | 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 | 3out of 4 | 3,738 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Business Academy Bexley Yarnton Way , DA18 4DW | - not rated | 3,738 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 | 1,076 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through School 121 Nuxley Road , Belvedere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | - not rated | 1,856 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 1,856 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalsha 2 | 300 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 239 yd | |
| OG Burger - Original Gourmet Bexleyheath | 294 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 239 yd | |
| Onamika Restaurant | 294 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 239 yd | |
| Hovis Bakeries Canteen | Belmont Road, Erith | 280 yd | |
| LJ's Sandwich Club | 353 Bexley Road, Erith | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brewers Arms | 22 Brook Street, Erith | 403 yd | |
| The Bird And Barrell | 100 Barnehurst Road, Bexleyheath | 418 yd | |
| The Red Barn | Barnehurst Road, Bexleyheath | 418 yd | |
| The Duke Of Northumberland | 322 Bexley Road, Erith | 496 yd | |
| North Heath Social Club | 8 Mill Road, Erith | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saprano's | 304 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 239 yd | |
| Wafflenest | 375 Bexley Road, Erith | 353 yd | |
| Belmont Balti House | 3 Belmont Road, Erith | 374 yd | |
| New Beijing City | 1 Brook Street, Erith | 377 yd | |
| Suha's Kitchen | 85 Brook Street, Erith | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 308 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 239 yd | |
| Tesco | 204 - 210 Bexley Road, Erith | 675 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | 131-135 Long Lane, Bexleyheath | 1,026 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bursted Wood Primary School SWANBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 439 yd |
| Northumberland Heath Primary School WHEELOCK CLOSE | grass pitches | 540 yd |
| King Henry School AVENUE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 857 yd |
| Northumberland Heath Recreation Ground NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 881 yd |
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School BEXLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 976 yd |
| Belmont Academy BELMONT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,030 yd |
| Normandy Primary School FAIRFORD AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,052 yd |
| Russell Park GARRARD CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,058 yd |
| Colyers Primary School (Closed) Colyers Lane | grass pitches | 1,075 yd |
| Woodside School COLYERS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 1,077 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.