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Location in Greater LondonBelvedere sits where the marker shows within the county.

22,025
Population
6,940
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£68,619
Avg. household income
606
Businesses
5,211
People per km²
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About Belvedere

Belvedere is a town in Greater London. Addresses here fall under the DA17 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Lessness Heath and Northumberland Heath.

Around 22,025 people live in Belvedere, a densely built-up urban area. The age profile skews a little younger than the national average, with a relatively high share of children. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Belvedere sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.

School Ratings in Belvedere

There are 309 schools in and around Belvedere. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Belvedere

The average property price is £520K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £350K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Belvedere

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Belvedere, with 177 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Belvedere

Belvedere sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. 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 Belvedere

There are 42 GP surgeries within three miles of Belvedere, the nearest being Bexley E.d. Clinic (0.4 miles away).

Property Prices 2,176 sales

Average Price £520K
£100 , £92.35M
Detached £487K 99
Semi £393K 447
Terraced £350K 844
Flat £221K 685

Household Income in Belvedere ONS 2023

The average total household income in Belvedere is approximately £68,619 a year before tax, 24% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,348. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Belvedere £68,619
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £47,348.

Businesses in Belvedere ONS 2025

There are approximately 606 active businesses based in Belvedere, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

606 Total businesses
28 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 0%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Belvedere IMD 2025

Belvedere sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 65%
Older 65+ 13%
4,767 Children (0-15) 22%
14,213 Working Age 65%
3,043 Older (65+) 14%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Belvedere 728 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Belvedere 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 251
Anti-Social Behaviour 177
Criminal Damage & Arson 47
Other Theft 40
Public Order 39
Vehicle Crime 39
Drugs 33
Shoplifting 31
Burglary 28
Robbery 11
Theft from Person 11
Other Crime 10
Weapons 9
Bicycle Theft 2
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Belvedere Train Station 0.4 miles
Erith Train Station 1.1 miles
Abbey Wood Train Station 1.3 miles
Barnehurst Train Station 1.5 miles
Bexleyheath Train Station 1.7 miles
Slade Green Train Station 2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Bexley
County Kent
Ward Belvedere
Constituency Erith and Thamesmead
Parish Bexley, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Belvedere

Of the 8,400 households in and around Belvedere, 60% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 24% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 60% Social rented 16% Private rented 24%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Belvedere.

Frequently Asked Questions about Belvedere

What is the population of Belvedere?
Belvedere has a population of approximately 22,025 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Belvedere?
The average property in and around Belvedere sold for about £520,203, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 49% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Belvedere a deprived area?
Belvedere sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Belvedere?
Belvedere is covered by the DA17 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Belvedere?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Belvedere, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Belvedere?
The nearest railway station to Belvedere is Belvedere Train Station, about 0.4 miles away.