Is DA3 7AE a safe place to live?

Yes, DA3 7AE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 18 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DA3 7AE?

The average property price in DA3 7AE is currently around £440k.

What is the population of DA3 7AE?

The population for the DA3 7AE area is approximately 353 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Dartford, South East

MAIN ROAD, DA3 7AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, DA3 7AE.

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Population

353

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DA3 7AE 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.

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6/10

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10/10

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2/10

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5/10

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1/10

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9/10

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6/10

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10/10

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5/10

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Area Character

DA3 7AE is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £440k, 95% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £440k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DA3 7AE is a sought-after residential area on Main Road, 0.5km from New Barn in Longfield, New Ash Green and Hartley. Administratively it sits within Longfield, New Barn & Southfleet ward and the Dartford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DA3, DA3 7AE offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k. 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 DA3 7AE are sourced from Output Area E00122648 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA3 7AE. The average age is 49.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.1%

Asian / British Asian4.2%

Black / African / Caribbean1.4%

Other / Mixed4.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 440,000

1 sales · Mean £ 440,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DA3 7AE has low crime rates — 18 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.

Violence and sexual offences13

Anti-social behaviour9

Other crime3

Other theft2

Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good334 pupils0.4 km

Rowhill School

Good142 pupils0.4 km

Longfield Academy

Good1026 pupils1.0 km

Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield

Outstanding216 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Green Man Public House1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Longfield1.7 km
Meopham2.5 km
Sole Street3.9 km

Bus Stops

New Barn Road0.1 km
New Barn Road0.1 km
Fairlight Cross0.4 km
Fairlight Cross0.4 km
Langafel School0.4 km