Bexley on the map
Built-up area47.2 km² (18.2 sq mi)
Location in Greater LondonBexley sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bexley
In Greater London, Bexley is a town. Addresses here fall under the DA16 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Welling and Falconwood.
Around 39,645 people live in Bexley, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Bexley sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Bexley
Bexley is served by 338 schools. St Stephen's Catholic Primary School, Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy and Bexley Grammar School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bexley
Property prices average £428K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £454K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bexley
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bexley, with 128 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bexley
Bexley falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Bexley
There are 67 GP surgeries within three miles of Bexley, the nearest being Welling Medical Practice (168 yards away).
Local Data for Bexley
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Property Prices 3,774 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the DA16 postcode area.
Household Income in Bexley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bexley is approximately £83,701 a year before tax, 51% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,539. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £53,539.
Businesses in Bexley ONS 2025
There are approximately 969 active businesses based in Bexley, around 24 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bexley IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Bexley among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.
Crime in Bexley 472 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Bexley is above the national average when measured per capita. Anti-social behaviour dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bexley
Of the 9,537 households in and around Bexley, 84% are owned, 6% are socially rented and 10% 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 Bexley.