Postcode Analysis Dartford, South East

PARK WAY, DA5 2JD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK WAY, DA5 2JD.

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Population

362

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 56,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DA5 2JD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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10/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DA5 2JD's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £808k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £808k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 20.9% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DA5 2JD is a sought-after residential area on Park Way, 0.6km from Heath Side in Joyden's Wood. Administratively it sits within Joyden's Wood ward and the Dartford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DA5, DA5 2JD offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £808k, up 20.9% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DA5 2JD are sourced from Output Area E00122616 (shared with 5 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 DA5 2JD. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.9%
Asian / British Asian11.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 835,000

8 sales · Mean £ 762,500

Semi-Detached

£ 455,000

1 sales · Mean £ 455,000

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

DA5 2JD has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences18
Criminal damage and arson6
Vehicle crime4
Burglary3
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Joydens Wood Infant School

Good247 pupils0.0 km
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Joydens Wood Junior School

Requires Improvement299 pupils0.3 km
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Maypole Primary School

Good414 pupils0.4 km
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Wilmington Academy

Good1355 pupils1.0 km
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Wilmington Grammar School for Girls

Good1030 pupils1.1 km
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Wilmington Grammar School for Boys

Good1050 pupils1.2 km
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Wilmington Primary School

Good211 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Gray & Sons Butchers0.6 km
  • J & R Food & Wine0.6 km
  • Joydens Wood Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Joydens Wood Service Station0.9 km
  • Summerhouse Food And Wine0.8 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mahan Indian Takeaway0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Reynolds Fitness Spa0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Leyton Cross Social Club0.7 km
  • Horse And Groom0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crayford2.3 km
  • Bexley2.5 km
  • Dartford3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Hook Green Lane0.2 km
  • Hook Green Lane0.2 km
  • Birchwood Drive0.2 km
  • Birchwood Drive0.3 km
  • Cherry Tree Lane0.3 km