Pencroft Drive is in Dartford and in Dartford district. DA1 2PB is located in the West Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dartford. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pencroft Drive, Dartford, DA1 2PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA1 2NP, DA1 2NA, DA1 2FF, DA1 2NB, DA1 2NU, DA1 2NS, DA1 2NG, DA1 2FE, DA1 2NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA1 2PB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 51.2% | 53.5% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 46.5% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DA1 2PB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.2% | 32.4% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 53.5% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 9.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.2% | 60.9% | 9.7% | 48.4% | 12.5% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 27.8% | -8.5% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 9.3% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 1.5% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around DA1 2PB this area, 7.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.9% | 7.9% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 11.6% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 16.4% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.7% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 17.6% | 1.5% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.3% | 38.4% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 5.2% | 1% | -4.2% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 5.2% | 4.8% | -0.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 5.3% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 82.6% | 74.6% | -8.0% | 81.4% | -6.8% |
| Other | 0.9% | 4.8% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
In this area, 81.4% 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 | 90.2% | 81.4% | -8.8% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 6.8% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 4% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.7% | 5.3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 81.4% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 13.1% | 12.5% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.5% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 6.8% | 6.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pencroft Drive was 52.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.3% lower than the Burnham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pencroft Drive has the 17th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Burnham and the 146th lowest crime rate of 349 local areas in Dartford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 Highlands Pencroft Drive, Dartford, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-02-28 | £216,762 |
| Flat 8 Highlands Pencroft Drive, Dartford, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-12-06 | £213,702 |
| Flat 4 Highlands Pencroft Drive, Dartford, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-09-30 | £229,322 |
| Flat 12 Highlands Pencroft Drive, Dartford, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2020-03-19 | £209,535 |
| Blenchard Pencroft Drive, Dartford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £885,000 | 2017-05-19 | £1,031,439 |
DA1 2PB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 130 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Hill Primary Academy Dartford Road , DA1 3DZ | 3out of 4 | 458 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Dartford King Edward Avenue , DA1 2HX | 3out of 4 | 586 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westgate Primary School Summerhill Road , DA1 2LP | 3out of 4 | 620 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Dartford Chatsworth Road , DA1 5AF | 3out of 4 | 1,128 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wentworth Primary School Wentworth Drive , DA1 3NG | 3out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dartford Grammar School for Girls Shepherds Lane , DA1 2NT | 4out of 4 | 66 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dartford Science & Technology College Heath Lane , DA1 2LY | 3out of 4 | 193 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School West Hill , DA1 2HW | 4out of 4 | 281 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Wilmington Grammar School for Girls Wilmington Grange , Parsons Lane DA2 7BB | 4out of 4 | 1,693 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Wilmington Grammar School for Boys Common Lane , Wilmington DA2 7DA | 3out of 4 | 1,955 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kent College Oakfield Lane , DA1 2JT | - not rated | 1,348 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 | 2,707 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 3,020 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 4,073 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Annex School House Pembroke House , Leyden Hatch Lane BR8 7PS | - not rated | 5,250 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cool Beene Coffee Shop | Unit A, Cliffside Court | 436 yd | |
| Caffe Pausa @ Dunelm | Dunelm Mill, Unit 4 And 5 | 505 yd | |
| Harvester Restaurant | 105 Dartford Road, Dartford | 556 yd | |
| 10Ten | The Hill Hub, 1A Highfield Road | 612 yd | |
| Cadiz Tapas Restaurant | CadizTapas Restaurant, 70 Spital Street | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartford Masonic Club Bar | Masonic Hall, 71 West Hill | 450 yd | |
| The Rose And Crown | 43 West Hill, Dartford | 450 yd | |
| Oddfellows Arms | 72 West Hill, Dartford | 478 yd | |
| The Ship Public House | 92 Dartford Road, Dartford | 690 yd | |
| Dartford Conservative Club | 46 Spital Street, Dartford | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherds Pizza | 36 Shepherds Lane, Dartford | 356 yd | |
| Blue Sky Chinese Take Away | 41 Dartford Road, Dartford | 468 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 86A Dartford Road, Dartford | 690 yd | |
| Ming Tak Inn | 94 Dartford Road, Dartford | 690 yd | |
| Papa John Pizza | 4 Westgate House, Spital Street | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 115 Dartford Road, Dartford | 728 yd | |
| Lidl | Instone Road, Dartford | 785 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets, Instone Road | 889 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Stadium Way, Crayford | 922 yd | |
| Iceland | 47 - 49 High Street, Dartford | 922 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford Grammar School SHEPHERDS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 106 yd |
| Dartford Science And Technology College HEATH LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 142 yd |
| Dartford Technology College (Closed) Heath Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 164 yd |
| Becket Sports Centre SHEPHERDS LANE | health and fitness suite | 207 yd |
| Dartford Grammar School Pitches HARDY AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 234 yd |
| Fleetdown Utd Fc Heath Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 382 yd |
| Reflexions Muscle & Fitness Gym WEST HILL HOUSE WEST HILL HOUSE WEST HILL | health and fitness suite | 422 yd |
| Fairfield Leisure Centre LOWFIELD STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 992 yd |
| Central Park CRANFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,034 yd |
| Glentworth Club 39A 39A CRANFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,065 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.