Beckenham
Population
47,411
Crime per 1,000 residents
474
Schools
4
Parks
8
Stations
6
GP practices
19
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Beckenham is a popular South East London town in the borough of Bromley, close to Penge, Shortlands and Crystal Palace. It offers a strong high street, parks, schools and rail links into London.
Vibe and lifestyle
Leafy, family-friendly and suburban with a lively high street. Popular with families, commuters and people seeking a calmer alternative to inner South London.
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Safety and crime trends
22,433 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.
Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 4 schools (3 primary, 1 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 19 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 47,411 across 21,134 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £618,800, based on 2,575 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 5 supermarkets, 6 transport stations, 8 parks and 0 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 2 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.