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Adit Road, Erith, Bexley, Greater London
DA8 1FSBexley
Explore the rich diversity of DA8 1FS, with data on ethnicity, religion, and national identity. This section highlights the cultural, spiritual, and linguistic shape of the area, offering a deeper understanding of who lives there and how they identify. From ethnic groups to proficiency in English, these insights and analysis reveal the unique characteristics of the people who live here.
Ethnic Group
Ethnic Group categorises individuals in a population based on their self-identified ethnicity. It typically includes groups like White, Mixed, Asian or Asian British, Black or Black British, and Other ethnic groups. This data provides a breakdown of the ethnic composition within a given region. It reflects the diversity and multicultural aspects of the population.
White Ethnicity Insights
Census 2021 data reveals that 56.4% of people in DA8 1FS identified as 'White' (English/Welsh/Scottish/Northern Irish) at the time of the census. This compares to the England and Wales average of 81%, who were classified as having white ethnicity.
This may be due to DA8 1FS being an urban centre or a location with a significant history of immigration. These areas are often more ethnically diverse because they have drawn large numbers of migrants over time, creating vibrant, multicultural communities that differ from the more homogeneously 'white' rural or suburban areas.
56.4%
-30.4%Percentage of people whose ethnic group is 'white'.
Category | DA8 1FS* | London | England & Wales |
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Total | 539 | 8,799,725 | 56,490,048 |
Asian | 106 (19.7%) | 1,817,640 (20.7%) | 5,426,392 (9.6%) |
Bangladeshi | 4 (0.7%) | 322,054 (3.7%) | 629,567 (1.1%) |
Chinese | 7 (1.3%) | 147,520 (1.7%) | 431,165 (0.8%) |
Indian | 40 (7.4%) | 656,272 (7.5%) | 1,843,248 (3.3%) |
Pakistani | 16 (3.0%) | 290,549 (3.3%) | 1,570,285 (2.8%) |
Other Asian | 39 (7.2%) | 401,245 (4.6%) | 952,127 (1.7%) |
Black | 106 (19.7%) | 1,188,370 (13.5%) | 2,381,724 (4.2%) |
Black African | 80 (14.8%) | 697,054 (7.9%) | 1,468,474 (2.6%) |
Black Caribbean | 22 (4.1%) | 345,405 (3.9%) | 619,419 (1.1%) |
Black Other | 4 (0.7%) | 145,911 (1.7%) | 293,831 (0.5%) |
Mixed | 17 (3.2%) | 505,775 (5.7%) | 1,669,378 (3.0%) |
White & Asian | 7 (1.3%) | 125,188 (1.4%) | 474,190 (0.8%) |
White & African | 4 (0.7%) | 77,341 (0.9%) | 241,528 (0.4%) |
White & Caribbean | 5 (0.9%) | 132,555 (1.5%) | 499,310 (0.9%) |
Other | 1 (0.2%) | 170,691 (1.9%) | 454,350 (0.8%) |
White | 304 (56.4%) | 4,731,172 (53.8%) | 45,783,401 (81.0%) |
White British | 240 (44.5%) | 3,239,281 (36.8%) | 41,540,791 (73.5%) |
White Irish | 4 (0.7%) | 156,333 (1.8%) | 494,251 (0.9%) |
White Gypsy or Traveller | 5 (0.9%) | 7,031 (0.1%) | 64,218 (0.1%) |
White Roma | 5 (0.9%) | 37,689 (0.4%) | 99,138 (0.2%) |
White Other | 50 (9.3%) | 1,290,838 (14.7%) | 3,585,003 (6.3%) |
Other | 6 (1.1%) | 556,768 (6.3%) | 1,229,153 (2.2%) |
Other Arab | 0 (0.0%) | 139,791 (1.6%) | 320,203 (0.6%) |
Other ethnic group | 6 (1.1%) | 416,977 (4.7%) | 908,950 (1.6%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
Religion
Religion categorises individuals based on their religious affiliation or belief system. It captures data on various religions practised within a given population, including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, and others. This table provides insights into the religious diversity of the population and the prevalence of different faiths within a specific region. It helps to understand the cultural and religious landscape, informing social policies and community services.
Christian Affiliation Census Crunch
44.7% of residents in DA8 1FS report a connection with the Christian religion, compared to the national average for England & Wales of 46.3%.
A postcode such as DA8 1FS with a Christian population percentage equivalent to the England and Wales average likely represents a typical community with a balanced mix of religious and secular residents. This area reflects the national trend where Christianity remains the largest religion, but with significant numbers of people following other faiths or none, aligning it closely with the overall religious makeup of the country.
44.7%
-3.5%Percentage of people who are Christian.
Category | DA8 1FS* | London | England & Wales |
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Total | 537 | 8,799,728 | 56,490,048 |
No religion | 163 (30.4%) | 2,380,404 (27.1%) | 20,715,664 (36.7%) |
Christian | 240 (44.7%) | 3,577,681 (40.7%) | 26,167,899 (46.3%) |
Buddhist | 8 (1.5%) | 77,425 (0.9%) | 262,433 (0.5%) |
Hindu | 41 (7.6%) | 453,034 (5.1%) | 1,020,533 (1.8%) |
Jewish | 0 (0.0%) | 145,466 (1.7%) | 269,283 (0.5%) |
Muslim | 29 (5.4%) | 1,318,754 (15.0%) | 3,801,186 (6.7%) |
Sikh | 14 (2.6%) | 144,543 (1.6%) | 520,092 (0.9%) |
Other religion | 1 (0.2%) | 86,759 (1.0%) | 332,410 (0.6%) |
Not answered | 41 (7.6%) | 615,662 (7.0%) | 3,400,548 (6.0%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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National Identity
National Identity categorises individuals based on their self-identified national identity. It captures data on the national affiliations people feel, such as British, English, Scottish, Welsh, or others. This table provides insights into the diverse national identities within a given population, reflecting cultural and historical affiliations. It helps to understand the complex and evolving nature of national identity in a multicultural society.
British Identity Breakdown
As per Census 2021 data, 60.4% of people in DA8 1FS identify their nationality as 'British', while the national average across England and Wales is 56.8% who consider themselves British.
A postcode such as DA8 1FS with a higher percentage of people identifying as 'British' likely reflects a more homogeneous population with deep local roots and fewer recent immigrants. This stronger national identity often occurs in less ethnically diverse areas, where cultural or historical factors emphasise a collective British identity, unlike more diverse urban centres where multiple nationalities are present.
60.4%
6.3%Percentage of people who identify as 'British'.
Category | DA8 1FS* | London | England & Wales |
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Total: All usual residents | 538 | 8,799,729 | 56,490,048 |
British | 325 (60.4%) | 5,011,396 (56.9%) | 32,103,291 (56.8%) |
English | 66 (12.3%) | 717,894 (8.2%) | 8,615,437 (15.3%) |
English and British | 41 (7.6%) | 594,149 (6.8%) | 8,057,675 (14.3%) |
Welsh | 0 (0.0%) | 19,167 (0.2%) | 192,668 (0.3%) |
Welsh and British | 0 (0.0%) | 10,161 (0.1%) | 86,966 (0.2%) |
Other UK | 0 (0.0%) | 78,513 (0.9%) | 648,235 (1.1%) |
Scottish | 0 (0.0%) | 29,943 (0.3%) | 232,034 (0.4%) |
Scottish and British | 0 (0.0%) | 15,665 (0.2%) | 108,719 (0.2%) |
Northern Irish | 0 (0.0%) | 13,917 (0.2%) | 75,497 (0.1%) |
Northern Irish and British | 0 (0.0%) | 4,504 (0.1%) | 30,180 (0.1%) |
Cornish | 0 (0.0%) | 799 (0.0%) | 88,360 (0.2%) |
Cornish and British | 0 (0.0%) | 227 (0.0%) | 10,584 (0.0%) |
Other combination | 0 (0.0%) | 13,458 (0.2%) | 102,861 (0.2%) |
Irish | 9 (1.7%) | 99,780 (1.1%) | 290,790 (0.5%) |
Irish and UK | 1 (0.2%) | 16,941 (0.2%) | 60,290 (0.1%) |
Other identity | 77 (14.3%) | 1,878,830 (21.4%) | 5,338,962 (9.5%) |
Other and UK identity | 19 (3.5%) | 372,898 (4.2%) | 1,095,734 (1.9%) |
Non-UK | 86 (16.0%) | 1,978,610 (22.5%) | 5,629,752 (10.0%) |
UK and non-UK | 20 (3.7%) | 389,839 (4.4%) | 1,156,024 (2.0%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
Proficiency in English
Proficiency in English categorises individuals based on their level of proficiency in the English language. It typically includes categories such as 'proficient,' 'limited proficiency,' and 'non-proficient.' This table helps to assess the language skills of different segments of the population, particularly those whose first language may not be English. It provides insights into the linguistic diversity and integration of communities within a given area.
English Speakers Spotlight
According to the 2021 Census, 84.1% of people in DA8 1FS speak English (or Welsh in Wales) as their main language, while the national average across England & Wales is 90.8% who identify English as their primary language.
A postcode like DA8 1FS with a lower percentage of people whose main language is English (or Welsh in Wales) is likely in a diverse urban area with a significant immigrant population. In these areas, many residents speak other languages at home, reflecting their cultural backgrounds and recent migration. This linguistic diversity is more common in cities where ethnic communities are well-established, leading to a lower proportion of English or Welsh as the main language.
84.1%
-7.4%Percentage of people whose main language is English.
Category | DA8 1FS* | London | England & Wales |
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Total | 508 | 8,482,663 | 54,686,091 |
Main language English | 427 (84.1%) | 6,650,973 (78.4%) | 49,652,172 (90.8%) |
Main language not English | 81 (15.9%) | 1,831,690 (21.6%) | 5,033,919 (9.2%) |
Not English: Speaks English very well | 50 (9.8%) | 840,463 (9.9%) | 2,212,300 (4.0%) |
Not English: Speaks English well | 23 (4.5%) | 636,226 (7.5%) | 1,803,439 (3.3%) |
Not English: Cannot speak English well | 4 (0.8%) | 303,265 (3.6%) | 861,288 (1.6%) |
Not English: Cannot speak English | 4 (0.8%) | 51,736 (0.6%) | 156,892 (0.3%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00176935), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (DA8 1FS) and 2021 Census data. Output areas may include more households and population than postcodes.
Data source: Census 2021 / Office for National Statistics
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