DA5 1DU is a sought-after residential area on Margaret Road, 0.2km from Blendon in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Crook Log ward and the Bexleyheath and Crayford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DA5, DA5 1DU offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bexley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £455k, up 12.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DA5 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00001927 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARGARET ROAD, DA5 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARGARET ROAD, DA5 1DU.
352
42
£ 60,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DA5 1DU combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£455k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 12.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA5 1DU. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 450,000
10 sales · Mean £ 431,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA5 1DU has low crime rates — 15 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
Upton Primary School
Hurst Primary School
Townley Grammar School
Blackfen School for Girls
Sherwood Park Primary School
Crook Log Primary School
Old Bexley Church of England School
Aspire Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Alers Stores (Londis)0.3 km
- Mayvin Pastries0.7 km
- Patfam0.4 km
- The Drink Store0.7 km
- Debz Cooper Independent Cambridge Weight Plan Consultant0.5 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Anchor0.6 km
- Martin Dene Lawn Tennis Club0.9 km
- The Three Blackbirds Public House0.3 km
- Bexleyheath Golf Club0.4 km
- Danson Stables0.8 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Pizza Place0.4 km
- Saffron Indian Diner0.7 km
- ABCatering0.5 km
- Fleur De The0.8 km
- Merlinda's Cafe0.7 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Dragon Express0.4 km
- Seabream Fish Bar0.7 km
- Favorite Chicken And Ribs0.7 km
- Lakeview Kiosk At Danson Boathouse0.8 km
- Ocean Fresh Fried Chicken & Ribs0.8 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Albany Park1.5 km
- Bexleyheath1.7 km
- Bexley1.8 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: DA51DU · Data under Open Government Licence