Bexleyheath
Population
44,865
Crime per 1,000 residents
243
Schools
13
Parks
5
Stations
3
GP practices
12
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Bexleyheath is a major town centre in South East London, within the London Borough of Bexley. It offers shopping, civic amenities, parks and rail links into London.
Vibe and lifestyle
Practical, suburban and busy around the centre. Popular with families, commuters and first-time buyers looking for outer-London convenience.
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Safety and crime trends
10,864 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 13 schools (10 primary, 3 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 12 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 44,865 across 18,030 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £457,491, based on 2,005 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 7 supermarkets, 3 transport stations, 5 parks and 2 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 9 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.