DA5 1DT is a sought-after residential area on Pengarth Road, 0.3km from Blendon in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Crook Log ward and the Bexleyheath and Crayford constituency.
For families considering a move, DA5 1DT represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £282k, up 4.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DA5 1DT are sourced from Output Area E00001928 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENGARTH ROAD, DA5 1DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENGARTH ROAD, DA5 1DT.
309
39
£ 60,200 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DA5 1DT — age 39, 79% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 4.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA5 1DT. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 210,000
5 sales · Mean £ 198,500
Terraced
£ 341,500
8 sales · Mean £ 348,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA5 1DT has low crime rates — 15 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
Upton Primary School
Townley Grammar School
Hurst Primary School
Blackfen School for Girls
Crook Log Primary School
Sherwood Park Primary School
Aspire Academy
Old Bexley Church of England School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Alers Stores (Londis)0.2 km
- Mayvin Pastries0.7 km
- Patfam0.4 km
- The Drink Store0.7 km
- Debz Cooper Independent Cambridge Weight Plan Consultant0.6 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Anchor0.7 km
- Martin Dene Lawn Tennis Club0.9 km
- The Three Blackbirds Public House0.3 km
- Bexleyheath Golf Club0.3 km
- Danson Stables0.7 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Pizza Place0.4 km
- Saffron Indian Diner0.7 km
- ABCatering0.4 km
- Fleur De The0.7 km
- Merlinda's Cafe0.7 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Dragon Express0.4 km
- Seabream Fish Bar0.7 km
- Favorite Chicken And Ribs0.7 km
- Lakeview Kiosk At Danson Boathouse0.7 km
- Ocean Fresh Fried Chicken & Ribs0.8 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- 1st Bed Guest House1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Albany Park1.6 km
- Bexleyheath1.6 km
- Bexley1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: DA51DT · Data under Open Government Licence