DA8 1DU is a safe, established residential area on Carlton Road, 0.3km from Lessness Heath in Bexley. Administratively it sits within Erith ward and the Erith and Thamesmead constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £468k.
Census 2021 statistics for DA8 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00001976 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARLTON ROAD, DA8 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARLTON ROAD, DA8 1DU.
301
38
£ 49,400 /yr
49%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. DA8 1DU's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership, and £468k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DA8 1DU. The average age is 37.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 350,000
9 sales · Mean £ 374,222
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DA8 1DU has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
Northumberland Heath Primary School
Lessness Heath Primary School
Belmont Academy
Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere
King Henry School
Barnehurst Infant School
Barnehurst Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- The Brewers Arms0.8 km
- The Royal Oak0.8 km
- Belvedere Social Club0.8 km
- Royal Standard0.8 km
- The Fox0.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Jade Garden0.7 km
- Munchies0.8 km
- Spice Brasserie0.6 km
- Elderberries At Belvedere Baptist Church0.8 km
- Marios Sandwich Bar0.8 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Super Kebab0.6 km
- Welcome Inn0.6 km
- China Garden0.9 km
- Morley's0.9 km
- Tasty Chicken0.8 km
- + 17 more
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Albert Local0.9 km
- Annette Hogben0.7 km
- Costcut Express0.6 km
- Flying Fishman At The Great Harry Public House Car Park0.6 km
- Hendricks Newsagent & Convenience Store0.6 km
- + 28 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Erith1.3 km
- Belvedere1.5 km
- Barnehurst1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: DA81DU · Data under Open Government Licence