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Location in Greater LondonBexleyheath sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bexleyheath
Bexleyheath is a town in Greater London. Local addresses use the DA postcode area, which covers 2 postcode districts. Neighbouring places include Barnehurst and Welling.
Around 45,053 people live in Bexleyheath, a densely built-up urban area. The age profile is older than the national average, with a larger share of residents over 60. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Bexleyheath sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Bexleyheath
Families in Bexleyheath have access to 300 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bexleyheath
Homes sell for an average of £434K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £479K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bexleyheath
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bexleyheath, with 154 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bexleyheath
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bexleyheath among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Bexleyheath
There are 47 GP surgeries within three miles of Bexleyheath, the nearest being Endoscopy (gpsi) Dr Sk Roy (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Bexleyheath
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Property Prices 5,726 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the DA7 postcode area.
Household Income in Bexleyheath ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bexleyheath is approximately £79,341 a year before tax, 43% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,405. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £51,405.
Businesses in Bexleyheath ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,600 active businesses based in Bexleyheath, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bexleyheath IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bexleyheath experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Bexleyheath 661 crimes · April 2026
Crime figures for Bexleyheath are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
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
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Home Ownership in Bexleyheath
Of the 17,726 households in and around Bexleyheath, 80% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 13% 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 Bexleyheath.