DA12 2AR is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.5km from Milton in Gravesend. Administratively it sits within Riverside ward and the Gravesham constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 126 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DA12 2AR are sourced from Output Area E00123336 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DA12 2AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DA12 2AR.
336
39
£ 42,800 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DA12 2AR represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
DA12 2AR is an established family neighbourhood — 52% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA12 2AR. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DA12 2AR is above average at 126 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.
school Local Schools
Chantry Community Academy
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Wrotham Road Primary School
Gravesend Grammar School
St John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend
St John's Catholic Comprehensive
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
65 nearby- Invicta Food Design @ Gravesend Rugby Football Club0.7 km
- Alto Gusto0.4 km
- Ambient0.4 km
- Burger King0.5 km
- Golmok Korean Kitchen0.2 km
- + 60 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- CO-OP0.9 km
- Asda1.0 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- Poundstretcher0.9 km
- Lidl1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- Kismet Kebab0.1 km
- Bangkok Mami0.4 km
- Jacobs0.4 km
- Multea Choice Kent0.3 km
- Pad Thai Live0.3 km
- + 27 more
Retailers - Other
63 nearby- Asian Market Ltd0.2 km
- Cake House Bakery0.7 km
- Central News0.4 km
- Gravesham Foodbank0.2 km
- J M Danslow0.4 km
- + 58 more
Pub, NightClub
35 nearby- Kings Head Sports Bar0.3 km
- Robert Pocock0.4 km
- The Three Pillars0.6 km
- Bat And Ball Public House0.9 km
- The Cricketers0.8 km
- + 30 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Sunnyside Guest House1.0 km
- The Clarendon Royal Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gravesend0.5 km
- Tilbury Riverside1.2 km
- Tilbury2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Clock Tower Harmer Street0.1 km
- Clock Tower0.1 km
- Clock Tower0.1 km
- Parrock Street0.3 km
- King Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DA122AR · Data under Open Government Licence