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Location in Greater LondonBickley sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bickley
Bickley is a town in Greater London. Addresses here fall under the BR1 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Widmore and Elmstead.
Around 59,103 people live in Bickley, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Bickley sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Bickley
Families in Bickley have access to 302 local schools. Downderry Children's Centre and Downderry Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bickley
Homes sell for an average of £567K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £439K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bickley
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bickley, with 184 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bickley
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bickley around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Bickley
There are 48 GP surgeries within three miles of Bickley, the nearest being South View Partnership (0.9 miles away).
Local Data for Bickley
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Property Prices 6,495 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BR1 postcode area.
Household Income in Bickley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bickley is approximately £83,603 a year before tax, 51% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £55,456. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £55,456.
Businesses in Bickley ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,671 active businesses based in Bickley, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 34 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bickley IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Bickley are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Bickley 916 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Bickley 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
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bickley
Of the 23,675 households in and around Bickley, 60% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bickley.