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Location in Greater LondonBeckenham sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Beckenham
Beckenham is a town in Greater London, England. Addresses here fall under the BR3 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Eden Park and New Beckenham.
Around 50,284 people live in Beckenham, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Beckenham sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Beckenham
There are 462 schools in and around Beckenham. Harris Primary Academy Beckenham, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Harris Academy Beckenham and Harris Girls Academy Bromley are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Beckenham
The average property price is £570K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £357K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beckenham
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Beckenham, with 181 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Beckenham
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Beckenham ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Beckenham
There are 85 GP surgeries within three miles of Beckenham, the nearest being Manor Road Surgery (167 yards away).
Local Data for Beckenham
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Property Prices 6,974 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BR3 postcode area.
Household Income in Beckenham ONS 2023
The average total household income in Beckenham is approximately £90,515 a year before tax, 64% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £58,158. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £58,158.
Businesses in Beckenham ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,182 active businesses based in Beckenham, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Beckenham IMD 2025
Beckenham is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.
Crime in Beckenham 816 crimes · April 2026
Beckenham sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Beckenham
Of the 21,575 households in and around Beckenham, 69% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Beckenham.