Bexleyheath and Crayford
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Bexleyheath and Crayford lie in southeast London, offering a suburban lifestyle with easy city access. Bexleyheath is home to The Broadway Shopping Centre, Danson Park, and Red House, the historic home of designer William Morris. Crayford features Hall Place, a Tudor house with stunning gardens, and is well-served by local rail links. The area blends residential charm with cultural heritage, making it appealing for families and commuters alike.
Wards in Bexleyheath and Crayford
Bexleyheath and Crayford is divided into 7 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Barnehurst
- Bexleyheath
- Crayford
- Crook Log
- Northumberland Heath
- Slade Green & Northend
- West Heath
Bexleyheath and Crayford is a constituency that covers these wards in Bexley.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 22,924 | 23.04% | 1,896,862 | 21.39% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 7,228 | 7.27% | 804,899 | 9.08% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 12,549 | 12.61% | 1,598,208 | 18.03% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 20,602 | 20.71% | 1,983,717 | 22.37% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 19,264 | 19.36% | 1,511,939 | 17.05% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 16,914 | 17.00% | 1,070,555 | 12.07% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 65,387 | 66.27% | 36.81% | 74.42% |
| African | 8,368 | 8.48% | 7.92% | 2.50% |
| Other White | 5,422 | 5.50% | 14.67% | 6.15% |
| Indian | 4,846 | 4.91% | 7.46% | 3.13% |
| Other Asian | 2,373 | 2.41% | 4.56% | 1.63% |
| Any other ethnic group | 2,232 | 2.26% | 4.74% | 1.55% |
| Chinese | 1,384 | 1.40% | 1.68% | 0.75% |
| Other Black | 1,291 | 1.31% | 1.66% | 0.50% |
| Caribbean | 1,167 | 1.18% | 3.93% | 1.05% |
| Irish | 1,010 | 1.02% | 1.78% | 0.85% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 905 | 0.92% | 1.51% | 0.86% |
| White and Asian | 857 | 0.87% | 1.42% | 0.82% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 846 | 0.86% | 1.94% | 0.78% |
| Bangladeshi | 742 | 0.75% | 3.66% | 1.08% |
| White and Black African | 675 | 0.68% | 0.88% | 0.42% |
| Pakistani | 577 | 0.58% | 3.30% | 2.66% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 276 | 0.28% | 0.08% | 0.11% |
| Arab | 197 | 0.20% | 1.59% | 0.56% |
| Roma | 106 | 0.11% | 0.43% | 0.17% |