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Location in Greater LondonBromley sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bromley
Bromley is a city in Greater London. Local addresses use the E postcode area, which covers 2 postcode districts. Neighbouring places include Bow and Mile End.
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
There are 879 schools in and around Bromley. Childrens House Nursery School, Wellington Primary School and East London Arts & Music are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bromley
The average property price is £570K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £338K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bromley
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bromley, with 125 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bromley
Bromley falls within the more deprived areas of England, 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 below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.
Healthcare in Bromley
There are 190 GP surgeries within three miles of Bromley, the nearest being St Andrews Health Centre (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 E3 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
Bromley falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.
Crime in Bromley 621 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime levels in Bromley sit broadly in line with national averages for a city of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
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.