Maiden Lane is in Dartford and in Dartford district. DA1 4AG 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 Maiden Lane, Dartford, DA1 4AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA1 4AQ, DA1 4AF, DA1 4AD, DA1 3BP, DA1 3BS, DA1 3BT, DA1 4AE, DA1 4FW, DA1 4FQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA1 4AG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 53.5% | 52% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 46.5% | 48% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 4AG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 31.6% | 29.5% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 54.9% | 5.3% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 7.8% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 6.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (85.2%) 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 | 49.4% | 51.8% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 33.4% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 11.4% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 19.2% | 17.2% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 13.1% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.5% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 19.1% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 27.3% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 4.1% | 3.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Black African | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.5% | 78.8% | -7.7% | 81.4% | -2.6% |
| Other | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 3.9% |
In this area, 81.8% 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 | 88.5% | 81.8% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 6.1% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 6.7% | 3.2% | 5.6% | 1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.9% | 81.6% | -6.3% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 13.6% | 12.4% | 9.8% | 3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 0.6% | -7.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 6% | 1.7% | 4.3% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maiden Lane was 27.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.8% lower than the Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maiden Lane has the 9th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Heath and the 74th lowest crime rate of 345 local areas in Dartford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Maiden Lane, Dartford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-10-24 | £377,991 |
| 5 Pine Court Maiden Lane, Dartford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2018-06-29 | £380,428 |
| 5 Pine Court Maiden Lane, Dartford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2014-09-17 | £368,707 |
| 52 Maiden Lane, Dartford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2013-12-06 | £374,706 |
| 48 Maiden Lane, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2013-10-24 | £370,750 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Junior School James Road , DA1 3NF | - not rated | 762 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Crayford Primary Iron Mill Lane , Crayford DA1 4RS | 3out of 4 | 786 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnes Cray Primary School Iron Mill Lane , Crayford DA1 4RS | - not rated | 786 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wentworth Primary School Wentworth Drive , DA1 3NG | - not rated | 837 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wentworth Infant School Wentworth Drive , DA1 3NG | - not rated | 837 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haberdashers' Crayford Academy Iron Mill Lane , Crayford DA1 4RS | 3out of 4 | 894 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School West Hill , DA1 2HW | 4out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School West Hill , DA1 2HW | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School for Girls Shepherds Lane , DA1 2NT | 4out of 4 | 1,243 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School for Girls Shepherds Lane , DA1 2NT | - not rated | 1,243 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 | 2,329 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexley College Tower Road , DA17 6JA | - not rated | 4,812 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 | - not rated | 1,602 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | - not rated | 1,602 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | - not rated | 1,908 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 1,908 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Howbury Centre Pupil Referral Unit Slade Green Road , DA8 2HX | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vimy's | Europa Gym, Vimy Way | 310 yd | |
| Efe's Sandwich Bar And Cafe | Efes Sandwich Bar And Cafe, 98 Dartford Road | 562 yd | |
| Sal's Kitchen At Crayford Weights And Fitness | 3 Tower Park Road, Crayford | 634 yd | |
| Happy Days Cafe | 137 Crayford Road, Crayford | 634 yd | |
| Nando's | 2 Tower Retail Park, Crayford Road | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bird In Hand PH | Bird In Hand, 242 Dartford Road | 262 yd | |
| The Ship Public House | 92 Dartford Road, Dartford | 665 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club | 214A Iron Mill Lane, Crayford | 751 yd | |
| The Dart | 30 Chastilian Road, Dartford | 786 yd | |
| Crayford Social Club | Crayford Way, Crayford | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 71B Crayford Road, Crayford | 389 yd | |
| Britannia Grill | 139 Dartford Road, Dartford | 606 yd | |
| Captain's Chippy | 137 Dartford Road, Dartford | 606 yd | |
| Ming Tak Inn | 94 Dartford Road, Dartford | 665 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 86A Dartford Road, Dartford | 665 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 115 Dartford Road, Dartford | 606 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 36 Chastilian Road, Dartford | 786 yd | |
| Iceland | 144 Crayford Road, Crayford | 980 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 4 Roman Way, Crayford | 1,060 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Europa Centre VIMY WAY | health and fitness suite | 315 yd |
| Crayford Weights And Fitness 3-6 3-6 TOWER PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 633 yd |
| Barnes Cray Primary School (Closed) Iron Mill Lane | grass pitches | 785 yd |
| Haberdashers' Aske'S Crayford Academy IRON MILL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 785 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 | 61.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 61.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 61.5% |
| 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 | 89.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.