Postcode Analysis Gravesham, South East

WINDMILL STREET, DA12 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINDMILL STREET, DA12 1BW.

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Population

286

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /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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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DA12 1BW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 28% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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

DA12 1BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Windmill Street, 0.5km from Windmill Hill in Gravesend. Administratively it sits within Pelham ward and the Gravesham constituency.

For renters and young professionals, DA12 1BW offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Gravesham.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £167k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DA12 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00123327 (shared with 6 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 DA12 1BW. 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 / British69.1%
Asian / British Asian18.2%
Black / African / Caribbean5.5%
Other / Mixed7.2%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 200,000

5 sales · Mean £ 181,000

Semi-Detached

£ 465,000

1 sales · Mean £ 465,000

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

Crime around DA12 1BW is moderate at 55 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 offences155
Anti-social behaviour134
Other theft40
Criminal damage and arson34
Vehicle crime29

school Local Schools

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Wrotham Road Primary School

Good439 pupils0.1 km
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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School

Good470 pupils0.5 km
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Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend

Outstanding1317 pupils0.6 km
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Chantry Community Academy

Good456 pupils0.8 km
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Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School

Good436 pupils0.9 km
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Gravesend Grammar School

Outstanding1353 pupils1.1 km
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Saint George's Church of England School

Good1311 pupils1.1 km
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Whitehill Primary School

Requires Improvement694 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

71 nearby
  • A J Fresh Limited0.7 km
  • BTK Off-Licence GV0.9 km
  • Esso Garage0.6 km
  • Exodus African Express0.7 km
  • Lean Meats0.8 km
  • + 66 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

36 nearby
  • Campbell Arms0.9 km
  • The Darnley Arms0.2 km
  • The Somerset Arms0.6 km
  • Blakes0.7 km
  • Gravesend Rugby Football Club (Bar)0.8 km
  • + 31 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

67 nearby
  • Cafe Inn0.7 km
  • Munchies Peri Peri0.7 km
  • Aroma0.7 km
  • Bakers + Baristas0.7 km
  • Chattorey Ltd0.2 km
  • + 62 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

31 nearby
  • New Dragon0.5 km
  • Rainbow Grill0.7 km
  • Blu Eats0.7 km
  • Burger-In-Law0.4 km
  • Favourite Chicken & Ribs0.6 km
  • + 26 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Clarendon Royal Hotel0.9 km
  • Sunnyside Guest House0.3 km
  • Overcliffe Hotel & Bloomers Restaurant1.0 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Farmfoods Ltd0.6 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Iceland0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gravesend0.5 km
  • Tilbury Riverside1.7 km
  • Tilbury2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Clarence Row0.1 km
  • Tivoli House0.1 km
  • Tivoli House0.1 km
  • Clarence Row0.1 km
  • Tivoli House0.1 km