Erith Road is in Northumberland Heath, Erith and in Bexley district. DA8 3NJ 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 Erith Road, Northumberland Heath, Erith, DA8 3NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA8 3LT, DA8 3NE, DA8 3NL, DA8 1JW, DA8 3NA, DA8 3ND, DA8 1JN, DA8 3NB, DA8 1JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA8 3NJ 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 Erith Road was 45.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.2% lower than the Barnehurst average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Erith Road has the 45th lowest crime rate of 131 local areas in Barnehurst and the 302nd lowest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 424 Erith Road, Erith, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2023-02-07 | £410,291 |
| 406 Erith Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-01-20 | £381,965 |
| 394 Erith Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-01-09 | £377,130 |
| 392 Erith Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2022-09-30 | £363,358 |
| 390 Erith Road, Erith, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-06-25 | £412,074 |
DA8 3NJ 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Wood Nursery School Dahlia Road , SE2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 4,006 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 | 280 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnehurst Infant School Barnehurst Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 3NL | 4out of 4 | 316 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northumberland Heath Primary School Wheelock Close , Northumberland Heath DA8 1JE | 3out of 4 | 392 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bursted Wood Primary School Swanbridge Road , DA7 5BS | 3out of 4 | 592 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School Bexley Road , DA8 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 876 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 685 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexleyheath Academy Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 1out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere Erith Road , DA17 6HT | 3out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic School Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 2,023 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Columba's Catholic Boys' School Halcot Avenue , DA6 7QB | 3out of 4 | 2,310 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 | 3,594 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 | 1,001 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through 121 Nuxley Road , Belverdere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 1,595 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 2,022 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,264 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone School Halt Robin Road , DA17 6DW | - not rated | 2,322 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LJ's Sandwich Club | 353 Bexley Road, Erith | 200 yd | |
| Tasty African Restaurant | 325 Bexley Road, Erith | 274 yd | |
| Munchies | 228 Bexley Road, Erith | 292 yd | |
| Hovis Bakeries Canteen | Belmont Road, Erith | 295 yd | |
| Perfect Cafe | 23 Mill Road, Erith | 347 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brewers Arms | 22 Brook Street, Erith | 247 yd | |
| The Duke Of Northumberland | 322 Bexley Road, Erith | 292 yd | |
| North Heath Social Club | 8 Mill Road, Erith | 386 yd | |
| The Duchess Of Kent | 143 Brook Street, Erith | 513 yd | |
| The Bird And Barrell | 100 Barnehurst Road, Bexleyheath | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wafflenest | 375 Bexley Road, Erith | 139 yd | |
| New Beijing City | 1 Brook Street, Erith | 241 yd | |
| Suha's Kitchen | 85 Brook Street, Erith | 241 yd | |
| Joe's Fish Bar | 234 Bexley Road, Erith | 292 yd | |
| Dinel Foods | 238 - 240 Bexley Road, Erith | 292 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 308 Erith Road, Bexleyheath | 418 yd | |
| Tesco | 204 - 210 Bexley Road, Erith | 478 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northumberland Heath Primary School WHEELOCK CLOSE | grass pitches | 489 yd |
| King Henry School AVENUE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 634 yd |
| Bursted Wood Primary School SWANBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| St Fidelis Catholic Primary School BEXLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Northumberland Heath Recreation Ground NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH RECREATION GROUND SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 856 yd |
| Colyers Primary School (Closed) Colyers Lane | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Woodside School COLYERS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 880 yd |
| Normandy Primary School FAIRFORD AVENUE | grass pitches | 888 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.