DA12 5HE is a safe, established residential area on Portland Avenue, 0.5km from Windmill Hill in Gravesend. Administratively it sits within Woodlands ward and the Gravesham constituency.
For families considering a move, DA12 5HE represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £283k, down 10.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DA12 5HE are sourced from Output Area E00123446 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORTLAND AVENUE, DA12 5HE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTLAND AVENUE, DA12 5HE.
371
37
£ 59,000 /yr
57%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DA12 5HE spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 10.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA12 5HE. The average age is 36.8. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 267,500
27 sales · Mean £ 265,222
Semi-Detached
£ 261,000
3 sales · Mean £ 261,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA12 5HE has low crime rates — 28 incidents 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
Whitehill Primary School
Saint George's Church of England School
Wrotham Road Primary School
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend
Shears Green Infant School
St John's Catholic Comprehensive
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Esso Garage0.8 km
- Central Store0.6 km
- East West Food & Wine0.9 km
- Sunny Mini Market1.0 km
- The Kent Charcuterie Company0.7 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- The Darnley Arms0.9 km
- Old Prince Of Orange0.3 km
- The Prince Albert0.9 km
- The Windmill Tavern0.6 km
- Waterloo Tavern0.9 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Jacks Cafe1.0 km
- Chattorey Ltd0.9 km
- Echo Fish Bar0.4 km
- Tufail Indian Cuisine0.9 km
- India Supper Club0.9 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Griller1.0 km
- Yaqub Indian Takeaway0.9 km
- Kings Farm Grill0.6 km
- Le Spice Indian Takeaway0.9 km
- Lucky Jade Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Sunnyside Guest House0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gravesend1.2 km
- Tilbury Riverside2.5 km
- Tilbury3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Hammonds Corner0.1 km
- Hammonds Corner0.1 km
- Prince of Orange0.3 km
- Trosley Avenue0.3 km
- Ascot Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DA125HE · Data under Open Government Licence