55,962TOTAL POPULATION
23,215HOUSEHOLDS
6.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£51,480AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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BR1 POSTCODE REGION

Bromley (BR1)

The BR1 postcode area is located in the Bromley postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 2040 individual postcodes.

There are 17 electoral wards in the BR1 postcode area, including Beckenham, Bromley, Chislehurst, Keston, Orpington, Swanley, West Wickham which come under the local authority of the Bromley Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 29% of people in BR1 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of BR1 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


The BR1 postcode is located in the Bromley district in different areas of London, UK.

BR1 covers the southern part of the London Borough of Bromley, including Bromley town centre, Bickley, Chislehurst, Downham, Hayes, Mottingham, Petts Wood, Southborough, St Mary Cray and West Wickham.

It has four main post towns, which are Bromley, Chislehurst, Orpington and West Wickham.

BR1 postcode has many interesting areas to explore. It is home to a variety of cultural attractions, such as the Bromley Library, the Bromley North Railway Station and the Georgian Market Square. Nature lovers will enjoy exploring its green spaces, including the Priory Gardens, Norman Park, and The Glades Shopping Centre. Other highlights include the iconic Crofton Roman Villa, Chislehurst Caves and Church House Gardens.

The BR1 postcode also serves many business districts in the area, including the expansive West Wickham Industrial Estate and the Valence Industrial Park.

The area is well connected by bus and rail services, with several stations including Bickley, Orpington, Bromley South, Elmers End, Grove Park and Bromley North. Several roads, such as the A21, A20 and M25, provide easy access to Central London and the wider South East.

BR1 offers a range of education options, with some of the best schools in the country, including Concord College, Coopers School and the Haberdashers' Aske's Boys' School. It also benefits from several higher education institutions including the University of Greenwich and Ravensbourne University London.

In terms of health, the postcode area is served by several NHS hospitals, including Princess Royal University Hospital, Princess Royal Hospital NHS Trust, The Bromley Hospitals NHS Trust, and Kings College Hospital. There are also many excellent leisure facilities on offer, such as the Bromley Leisure Centre, fitness centres, pubs, restaurants, and cinemas.

BR1 postcode is a great place to live, work and enjoy with family and friends. It has something for everyone, and offers excellent connectivity and amenities within a vibrant and diverse community.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 87%WORKING
  • 13%UNEMPLOYED

13% of people in BR1 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 29%AB
  • 51%C2/C2
  • 20%DE

According to census records, 29% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 65%WHITE
  • 35%NON-WHITE

65% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

BR1Greater London

Greater London

The county of Greater London

BR1 is located in the county of Greater London, in England.

Greater London has a total population of 8,778,500, making it the 1st largest county in the UK.

Greater London has a total area of 606 square miles, and a population density of 5594 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Greater London Postal Town Map
Outward CodeBR1
Postal TownBromley
MSOA NameBromley 008
LSOA NameBromley 008B
CountyGreater London
RegionGreater London
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBromley
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

BR1 Electoral Wards

The postal region of BR1, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bickley
Bromley
Bromley Park
Catford
Chinbrook
Chislehurst
Chislehurst West
Downham
Elmstead
Foxbury
Grove Park
Mottingham
Plaistow
Shortlands
Southend
Sundridge
Whitefoot
Widmore
Browse Postcodes in BR1

Dig even deeper into the BR1 postcode by clicking on a postcode below:

Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (BR) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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