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New Beckenham

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About

New Beckenham is a residential area in the London Borough of Bromley, located southeast of central London. It is well-connected by public transport, with New Beckenham railway station providing direct links to London Bridge and Charing Cross. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian and Edwardian homes, as well as more modern developments. Local amenities include shops, cafes, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The area is bordered by Beckenham to the south and Sydenham to the north, offering easy access to larger retail and leisure options. New Beckenham has a quiet, suburban feel, with green spaces like Cator Park providing recreational opportunities. Schools in the area are well-regarded, making it a practical choice for families. The combination of transport links and local facilities makes it a convenient place to live within Greater London.

Area overview

On average New Beckenham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 119 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in New Beckenham is £63,800 per year. There are 2 schools in New Beckenham: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
119
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
12.1%
Connectivity
6/10

Area Profile

New Beckenham Population
9,832
Population density
5,660.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,407
54.98%
Other White
1,304
13.26%
African
458
4.66%
Indian
338
3.44%
Caribbean
308
3.13%
Total population: 9,835

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,521
30.78%
Owns with a mortgage
1,381
27.94%
Owns outright
1,168
23.63%
Other social rented
596
12.06%
Other forms of private rent
119
2.41%
Total households: 4,942

Property prices in New Beckenham

Based on 207 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in New Beckenham area, with individual transactions ranging from £128,750 up to £1,350,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for New Beckenham in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in New Beckenham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£1,235,000
Flats168£344,875
Semi-Detached11£725,000
Terraced21£635,000

10 years median price trend in New Beckenham

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in New Beckenham.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.