Bromley on the map
Built-up area80.3 km² (31.0 sq mi)
Location in Greater LondonBromley sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bromley
Bromley is a city in Greater London, England. Local addresses use the BR postcode area, which covers 2 postcode districts. Neighbouring places include Widmore and Bromley Park.
Around 110,319 people live in Bromley, at a broadly suburban density. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Bromley sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Bromley
Bromley is served by 372 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 Bromley
Property prices average £570K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £338K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bromley
Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bromley, with 148 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bromley
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bromley falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Bromley
There are 58 GP surgeries within three miles of Bromley, the nearest being Bromley Community Anticoagulation Clinic (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Bromley
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Property Prices 12,887 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BR1 postcode area.
Household Income in Bromley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bromley is approximately £87,335 a year before tax, 58% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £56,676. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £56,676.
Businesses in Bromley ONS 2025
There are approximately 5,003 active businesses based in Bromley, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 61 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bromley IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bromley in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Bromley 636 crimes · May 2026
Bromley experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established city.
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 Bromley
Of the 44,504 households in and around Bromley, 66% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 20% 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 Bromley.