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Orpington East

About

Orpington East is a residential area located in the London Borough of Bromley. It is situated to the southeast of central Orpington, with good transport links including Orpington railway station, providing direct services to London. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Green spaces like Goddington Park and Priory Gardens offer recreational opportunities for residents.

The area has local amenities including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, catering to everyday needs. Orpington East is known for its quiet, family-friendly atmosphere, with a strong sense of community. The nearby High Street provides additional shopping and dining options, while the M25 motorway offers easy access to surrounding areas. The blend of convenience and suburban living makes it a practical choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Orpington East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Orpington East is £52,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Orpington East: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

4/10

Area Profile

Orpington East Population

7,156

Population density

3,936 per km²

Demographics

British

5,169

72.23%

Other White

376

5.25%

African

310

4.33%

Indian

295

4.12%

Other Asian

160

2.24%

Total population: 7,156

Housing

Owns outright

1,403

46.15%

Owns with a mortgage

1,049

34.51%

Private landlord or letting agency

258

8.49%

Other social rented

218

7.17%

Other forms of private rent

1.61%

Total households: 3,040

Property prices in Orpington East

Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Orpington East area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £831,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Orpington East over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£520,000	£444,000	£480,000	£525,000	£769,800
Flats	4	£269,750	£210,125	£250,625	£274,000	£278,800
Semi-Detached	64	£467,500	£351,500	£410,000	£547,500	£694,750
Terraced	16	£405,250	£267,250	£353,750	£450,000	£468,250

10 years median price trend in Orpington East

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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