DA1 1AN is a safe, established residential area on Chalk Close, 0.3km from Brooklands in Dartford. Administratively it sits within Brent ward and the Dartford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DA1, DA1 1AN offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 76% 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 — 51% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Dartford.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £378k.
Census 2021 statistics for DA1 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00189646 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHALK CLOSE, DA1 1AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHALK CLOSE, DA1 1AN.
399
30
£ 59,300 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DA1 1AN 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DA1 1AN has a highly multicultural community character — 51% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA1 1AN. The average age is 30.0. 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 younger demographic of homeowners. The population consists of young adults and couples who have actively bought property here.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 354,995
6 sales · Mean £ 361,580
Semi-Detached
£ 399,997
12 sales · Mean £ 403,746
Detached
£ 567,497
14 sales · Mean £ 584,996
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA1 1AN has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Leigh Academy
Dartford Primary Academy
Oakfield Primary Academy
Fleetdown Primary Academy
Dartford Science & Technology College
The Gateway Primary Academy
Westgate Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Dan Convenience Store (Costcutter)0.8 km
- Dartford Superstore0.6 km
- Sams Sweets N Shakes0.6 km
- Food And Wine1.0 km
- Barters News1.0 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Champons Bar0.4 km
- The Ivy Leaf0.8 km
- Dartford Cricket Club0.7 km
- PP Catering0.4 km
- The Cressy Arms0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cafe De Rumpy0.8 km
- Cafe Questor0.4 km
- Club Room Cafe @ David Lloyd0.3 km
- McDonalds0.8 km
- Cafe In The Park0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Dartford Service Station0.8 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- The Co-operative0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Golden Palace0.8 km
- Izzy's Grill (West Stand Pod And East Stand Pod)0.4 km
- Pagoda Inn Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Polash Green Spice0.6 km
- Subway @ Dartford Service Station0.8 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dartford1.6 km
- Stone Crossing-Horns Cross3.2 km
- Crayford3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Brooklands Lakes0.4 km
- Brooklands Lakes0.4 km
- David Lloyd0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DA11AN · Data under Open Government Licence