DA16 1DJ is a sought-after residential area on Plymstock Road, 0.5km from Bostall Woods in Bexley. Administratively it sits within West Heath ward and the Bexleyheath and Crayford constituency.
For serious buyers, DA16 1DJ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bexley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for DA16 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00002209 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PLYMSTOCK ROAD, DA16 1DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLYMSTOCK ROAD, DA16 1DJ.
347
41
£ 59,100 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DA16 1DJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DA16 1DJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £430k, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA16 1DJ. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 387,500
14 sales · Mean £ 394,285
Terraced
£ 415,000
1 sales · Mean £ 415,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA16 1DJ has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hillsgrove Primary School
St Michael's East Wickham Church of England Primary School
Welling School
Brampton Primary Academy
Bedonwell Junior School
Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School
Barrington Primary School
Foster's Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Premier S&A Convenience0.6 km
- Wrotham Road Post Office/Battell0.6 km
- Costcutter1.0 km
- Best-One0.7 km
- Lessness Stores0.6 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Twins Cafe0.6 km
- Bramptons Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- New Hing Loong0.7 km
- Chestnuts Kiosk Limited0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Topkapi Kebab & Mezze0.4 km
- Hooked Fish And Grill0.8 km
- The Frying Squad0.6 km
- Spices0.5 km
- Salt & Batter0.3 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Foresters Arms0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bexleyheath1.5 km
- Welling1.7 km
- Abbey Wood1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: DA161DJ · Data under Open Government Licence