Dartford Road is in Dartford and in Dartford district. DA1 3DY is located in the West Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dartford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dartford Road, Dartford, DA1 3DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA1 3EF, DA1 3EE, DA1 3EG, DA1 3EH, DA1 3EB, DA1 3AG, DA1 3EA, DA1 3DZ, DA1 3EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA1 3DY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51.1% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.9% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 25.1% | 33.7% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 47.7% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 10.9% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 6.6% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 51% | 44.8% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 30% | 36.2% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 13.7% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 15.2% | 17.1% | 1.9% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 25.1% | 8.9% | -16.2% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 17.1% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.9% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 34.5% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 0.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.2% 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% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 1.1% | 4.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 4.8% | 3.5% | -1.3% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 9.2% | 6.8% | 1.6% | 7.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 4.8% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 2.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.6% | 74.2% | -14.4% | 81.4% | -7.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 82.2% 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 | 92.4% | 82.2% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 10.2% | 6.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 82.7% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 14.1% | 12.7% | 9.8% | 4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 1.3% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 8.9% | 1.7% | 7.2% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Sikh | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dartford Road was 68.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.0% lower than the Burnham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dartford Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Burnham and the 153rd highest crime rate of 345 local areas in Dartford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pentire Dartford Road, Dartford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £880,000 | 2022-04-22 | £932,148 |
| Laurel House, 10 Dartford Road, Dartford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2022-03-24 | £847,407 |
| 18 Dartford Road, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2020-03-10 | £471,212 |
| 16 Dartford Road, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2015-08-28 | £537,836 |
| 20 Dartford Road, Dartford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2015-06-05 | £527,984 |
DA1 3DY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in DA1 3DY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Hill Junior School Dartford Road , DA1 3DZ | - not rated | 151 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill Infant School Dartford Road , DA1 3DZ | - not rated | 151 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill Primary Academy Dartford Road , DA1 3DZ | 3out of 4 | 151 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill Primary School Dartford Road , DA1 3DZ | - not rated | 151 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Dartford King Edward Avenue , DA1 2HX | - not rated | 307 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dartford Grammar School West Hill , DA1 2HW | 4out of 4 | 220 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School West Hill , DA1 2HW | - not rated | 220 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School for Girls Shepherds Lane , DA1 2NT | 4out of 4 | 411 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School for Girls Shepherds Lane , DA1 2NT | - not rated | 411 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dartford Science & Technology College Heath Lane , DA1 2LY | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,766 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barn End Centre High Road , Wilmington DA2 7DP | - not rated | 2,386 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Kent Behaviour Service High Road , Wilmington DA2 7DP | - not rated | 2,401 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Leydenhatch Study Centre 80a the Brent , DA1 1YW | - not rated | 2,451 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | - not rated | 2,617 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | - not rated | 2,617 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvester Restaurant | 105 Dartford Road, Dartford | 237 yd | |
| Cool Beene Coffee Shop | Unit A, Cliffside Court | 375 yd | |
| Efe's Sandwich Bar And Cafe | Efes Sandwich Bar And Cafe, 98 Dartford Road | 479 yd | |
| 10Ten | The Hill Hub, 1A Highfield Road | 676 yd | |
| Peking Garden | 5 - 6 Westgate House, Spital Street | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartford Masonic Club Bar | Masonic Hall, 71 West Hill | 247 yd | |
| The Rose And Crown | 43 West Hill, Dartford | 247 yd | |
| The Ship Public House | 92 Dartford Road, Dartford | 373 yd | |
| Oddfellows Arms | 72 West Hill, Dartford | 408 yd | |
| Dartford Working Mens Club | 40 Essex Road, Dartford | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Sky Chinese Take Away | 41 Dartford Road, Dartford | 90 yd | |
| Ming Tak Inn | 94 Dartford Road, Dartford | 373 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 86A Dartford Road, Dartford | 373 yd | |
| Britannia Grill | 139 Dartford Road, Dartford | 454 yd | |
| Captain's Chippy | 137 Dartford Road, Dartford | 454 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 115 Dartford Road, Dartford | 454 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Stadium Way, Crayford | 580 yd | |
| Iceland | 47 - 49 High Street, Dartford | 580 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit 3, Prospect Place | 931 yd | |
| Lidl | Instone Road, Dartford | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Becket Sports Centre SHEPHERDS LANE | health and fitness suite | 294 yd |
| Reflexions Muscle & Fitness Gym WEST HILL HOUSE WEST HILL HOUSE WEST HILL | health and fitness suite | 370 yd |
| Dartford Grammar School SHEPHERDS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 426 yd |
| Dartford Science And Technology College HEATH LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 572 yd |
| Dartford Technology College (Closed) Heath Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 608 yd |
| Dartford Grammar School Pitches HARDY AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 709 yd |
| Holy Trinity School CHATSWORTH ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 712 yd |
| Fleetdown Utd Fc Heath Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 726 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.