Postcode Analysis Dartford, South East

DA5 2DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DA5 2DX.

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Population

461

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 56,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

DA5 2DX is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

DA5 2DX is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Maypole in Joyden's Wood. Administratively it sits within Maypole & Leyton Cross ward and the Dartford constituency.

For families considering a move, DA5 2DX represents a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DA5 2DX are sourced from Output Area E00122604 (shared with 14 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 DA5 2DX. The average age is 36.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.1%
Asian / British Asian3.7%
Black / African / Caribbean13.3%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

DA5 2DX has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences53
Vehicle crime16
Anti-social behaviour11
Criminal damage and arson11
Other crime5

school Local Schools

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Maypole Primary School

Good414 pupils0.4 km
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Joydens Wood Infant School

Good247 pupils0.8 km
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Joydens Wood Junior School

Requires Improvement299 pupils1.0 km
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Wilmington Grammar School for Girls

Good1030 pupils1.3 km
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Wilmington Academy

Good1355 pupils1.4 km
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Wilmington Grammar School for Boys

Good1050 pupils1.5 km
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Wentworth Primary School

Good652 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Vine Store0.3 km
  • Londis0.1 km
  • McQueen's Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Bexley Wines0.7 km
  • Dennis Of Bexley0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Leyton Cross Social Club1.0 km
  • New Dartford Sports Bar0.7 km
  • Horse And Groom0.8 km
  • Maypole Social Club0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Kebab Bexley0.7 km
  • Lau's Kitchen0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Easy Load Café0.9 km
  • Reynolds Fitness Spa0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crayford1.5 km
  • Bexley2.0 km
  • Dartford3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Interchange0.1 km
  • Bexley Park0.2 km
  • Bexley Park0.3 km