DA12 2WA is an active urban area located 0.6km from Milton in Gravesend. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Gravesham constituency.
Day-to-day life in DA12 2WA has the character of 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. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Gravesham.
Safety: Crime rates are high (142 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for DA12 2WA are sourced from Output Area E00123165 (shared with 458 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DA12 2WA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DA12 2WA.
378
39
£ 54,600 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DA12 2WA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 39% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 2WA. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near DA12 2WA are high at 142 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
Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
64 nearby- Denton Grocers1.0 km
- Milton Express1.0 km
- Premier CJC Convenience Store0.7 km
- A J Fresh Limited0.8 km
- Exodus African Express0.6 km
- + 59 more
Pub, NightClub
36 nearby- Milton Social Club0.9 km
- The Darnley Arms0.7 km
- The Somerset Arms0.5 km
- Old Gravesendians Sports Association0.6 km
- Peacock Public House0.2 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- JK Takeaway House1.0 km
- New Dragon0.6 km
- Rainbow Grill0.5 km
- Kismet Kebab0.1 km
- Chicken Roost0.3 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
65 nearby- Cafe Inn0.5 km
- McDonalds @ Asda Gravesend1.0 km
- Munchies Peri Peri0.5 km
- Invicta Food Design @ Gravesend Rugby Football Club0.7 km
- China Dove0.2 km
- + 60 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Lidl1.0 km
- CO-OP0.9 km
- Asda1.0 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- Poundstretcher0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Sunnyside Guest House0.8 km
- The Clarendon Royal Hotel0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gravesend0.4 km
- Tilbury Riverside1.3 km
- Tilbury2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Clock Tower0.0 km
- Clock Tower0.1 km
- Clock Tower Harmer Street0.1 km
- Parrock Street0.2 km
- King Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DA122WA · Data under Open Government Licence