Postcode Analysis Dartford, South East

SUMMERHOUSE DRIVE, DA5 2EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUMMERHOUSE DRIVE, DA5 2EJ.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 56,800 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DA5 2EJ 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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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

DA5 2EJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £456k, 93% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £456k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

DA5 2EJ is a sought-after residential area on Summerhouse Drive, 0.2km from Joyden's Wood in Joyden's Wood. Administratively it sits within Joyden's Wood ward and the Dartford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DA5, DA5 2EJ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £456k. 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 DA5 2EJ are sourced from Output Area E00122609 (shared with 8 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 2EJ. The average age is 47.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.3%
Asian / British Asian7.5%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 435,000

3 sales · Mean £ 448,333

Terraced

£ 435,000

2 sales · Mean £ 435,000

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

DA5 2EJ has low crime rates — 17 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 offences19
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson8
Vehicle crime7
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Joydens Wood Junior School

Requires Improvement299 pupils0.6 km
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Joydens Wood Infant School

Good247 pupils0.8 km
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Maypole Primary School

Good414 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Gray & Sons Butchers0.4 km
  • J & R Food & Wine0.4 km
  • Joydens Wood Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Joydens Wood Service Station0.1 km
  • Summerhouse Food And Wine0.1 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mahan Indian Takeaway0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bexley2.1 km
  • Crayford2.7 km
  • Albany Park3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Briar Road0.3 km
  • Squires Way0.3 km
  • Briar Road0.4 km