Bow Arrow Lane is in Dartford and in Dartford district. DA1 1YY is located in the Newtown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dartford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bow Arrow Lane, Dartford, DA1 1YY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA1 5PD, DA1 1XD, DA1 1UZ, DA1 1UY, DA1 5DE, DA1 1UX, DA1 5DD, DA1 5DF, DA2 6SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA1 1YY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.1% | 53.7% | 6.6% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 52.9% | 46.3% | -6.6% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.1% | 38.5% | -5.6% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.3% | 38% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 16.6% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 7.5% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.7% | 50.4% | 11.7% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 45.4% | 32.7% | -12.7% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 11.9% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23% | 12.6% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.6% | 14.8% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 12.6% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 9.8% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 16.9% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 30.6% | 14.4% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 5.2% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 2.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 3.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 92.9% | 76.7% | -16.2% | 81.4% | -4.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 85.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 85.2% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| European Union | 6.7% | 2.6% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 4.4% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.4% | 84.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 12.6% | 11.3% | 9.8% | 2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 0.4% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 5.2% | 1.7% | 3.5% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bow Arrow Lane was 127.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.1% higher than the Newtown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bow Arrow Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Newtown and the 72nd highest crime rate of 349 local areas in Dartford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bow Arrow Lane, Dartford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-08-11 | £407,178 |
| 25 Bow Arrow Lane, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2021-06-30 | £417,073 |
| 12 Bow Arrow Lane, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-02-19 | £406,841 |
| 26 Bow Arrow Lane, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2020-11-02 | £358,749 |
| 20 Bow Arrow Lane, Dartford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2020-07-03 | £350,608 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anselm's Catholic Primary School Littlebrook Manor Way , Temple Hill DA1 5EA | 3out of 4 | 407 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Hill Primary Academy St Edmund's Road , Temple Hill DA1 5ND | 3out of 4 | 629 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford Primary Academy York Road , DA1 1SQ | 3out of 4 | 813 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gateway Primary Academy Milestone Road , DA2 6DW | 3out of 4 | 866 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| River Mill Primary School Central Road , DA1 5XR | - not rated | 956 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Lodge School Cotton Lane , DA2 6PD | - not rated | 1,203 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leigh Academy Green Street Green Road , DA1 1QE | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leigh UTC Brunel Way , DA1 5TF | 3out of 4 | 1,597 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School West Hill , DA1 2HW | 4out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School for Girls Shepherds Lane , DA1 2NT | 4out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kent College Oakfield Lane , DA1 2JT | - not rated | 2,926 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | 3out of 4 | 4,624 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 4,921 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 5,314 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sally Sue's | 118 St Vincents Road, Dartford | 415 yd | |
| All Directions Ltd | Hubert House Community Centre, Mallard Close | 512 yd | |
| Temple Square Cafe | 37 Temple Hill Square, Dartford | 635 yd | |
| St Edz Community Café | Living Well Centre, St Edmunds Road | 731 yd | |
| Milestone Marble Cafe | 58 London Road, Stone | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tiger | 28 St Albans Road, Dartford | 628 yd | |
| WI Temple Hill Lunch Club | Temple Hill Community Centre, Temple Hill Square | 703 yd | |
| The Foresters Public House | 15 Great Queen Street, Dartford | 719 yd | |
| Amar Hall | 21 East Hill, Dartford | 932 yd | |
| Royal Naval Association | Royal Victoria Mill Hall, East Hill | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro's Fried Chicken | Metro Fried Chicken, 121 St Vincents Road | 187 yd | |
| China Express Chinese Takeaway | 152 Colney Road, Dartford | 368 yd | |
| Georges Plaice | 79 St Vincents Road, Dartford | 467 yd | |
| Haldi | 49 Temple Hill Square, Dartford | 635 yd | |
| Britannia Fish Bar | 39 Temple Hill Square, Dartford | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 76 Colney Road, Dartford | 368 yd | |
| The Co-operative | Co-op Foodstore, 24 - 26 Temple Hill Square | 597 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, 72 - 80 East Hill | 751 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford Gym TEMPLE HILL | health and fitness suite | 532 yd |
| The Gateway Primary Academy MILESTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Temple Hill Community Primary School And Nursery ST. EDMUNDS ROAD | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Hesketh Park CANTERBURY CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 921 yd |
| Dartford Judo Club COTTON LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,015 yd |
| The Brent Primary School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,049 yd |
| Dartford Stone Lodge Indoor Bowls & Social Club Ltd Cotton Lane | indoor bowls | 1,086 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 207.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.