Shortlands is a leafy, residential suburb (pop. 8,000) located between Beckenham and Bromley. It has a small number of shops, but is only a 20-minute walk from the bustling town of Bromley with its many shops and restaurants.

The Benefice of Datchet, Eton, Eton Wick, Boveney and Dorney is still in its forming stage.