Postcode Analysis Dartford, South East

DA1 1EF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DA1 1EF.

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Population

385

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 47,500 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DA1 1EF — age 36, 79% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (36) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

DA1 1EF is a mixed residential area located 0.2km from Brooklands in Dartford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Princes ward and the Dartford constituency.

Within the DA1 district, this postcode is characterised by a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a industrial units character: non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for DA1 1EF are sourced from Output Area E00122698 (shared with 12 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 DA1 1EF. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British73.6%
Asian / British Asian9.3%
Black / African / Caribbean13.7%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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

Crime around DA1 1EF is moderate at 66 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 offences49
Anti-social behaviour36
Shoplifting29
Other theft18
Criminal damage and arson17

school Local Schools

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Oakfield Primary Academy

Good725 pupils0.7 km
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Dartford Primary Academy

Good671 pupils0.9 km
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The Leigh Academy

Good1379 pupils1.0 km
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Dartford Science & Technology College

Good860 pupils1.1 km
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Westgate Primary School

Good241 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Dan Convenience Store (Costcutter)0.5 km
  • Dartford Superstore0.9 km
  • Sams Sweets N Shakes0.9 km
  • Food And Wine1.0 km
  • Circle CP0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Champons Bar0.6 km
  • The Ivy Leaf0.8 km
  • The Malt Shovel1.0 km
  • PP Catering0.6 km
  • The Cressy Arms0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Cafe De Rumpy0.5 km
  • Cafe Questor0.2 km
  • Club Room Cafe @ David Lloyd0.5 km
  • Healthy Living Centre Cafe0.8 km
  • St Michael's Coffee Stop0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Golden Palace0.5 km
  • Izzy's Grill (West Stand Pod And East Stand Pod)0.6 km
  • Pagoda Inn Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Polash Green Spice0.9 km
  • New Royal China0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • The Co-operative0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dartford1.5 km
  • Crayford3.4 km
  • Stone Crossing-Horns Cross3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Powder Mill Lane0.4 km
  • Warren Road0.4 km
  • The Orange Tree0.4 km
  • Powder Mill Lane0.5 km
  • Warren Road0.5 km