Chapel Close is in Crayford, Dartford and in Bexley district. DA1 4DG is located in the Crayford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexleyheath and Crayford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Close, Crayford, Dartford, DA1 4DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA1 4DH, DA1 4DJ, DA1 4DQ, DA1 4DY, DA1 4EJ, DA1 4EA, DA1 4DD, DA1 4BY, DA1 4DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA1 4DG, 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 | 47.3% | 52% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 52.7% | 48% | -4.7% | 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 area around DA1 4DG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45% | 51.2% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.1% | 33.9% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -10.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 8.5% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.8% | 53.7% | 10.9% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 29.7% | -10.9% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 12.8% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 2.4% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 17.2% | 13.8% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.4% | 10.9% | -10.5% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 17.4% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 9.7% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 19.8% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 24.3% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 91.5% | 88.1% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 6.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 86.8% 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 | 92.2% | 86.8% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 6.8% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 86.8% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.4% | 8.0% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 1% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Close was 83.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.9% lower than the Crayford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Close has the 16th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Crayford and the 211th highest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% 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 10 Byron House Chapel Close, Dartford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £143,127 | 2024-04-19 | £142,979 |
| Flat 8 Byron House Chapel Close, Dartford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-01-06 | £241,750 |
| Flat 14 Byron House Chapel Close, Dartford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-06-11 | £257,516 |
| Flat 18 Byron House Chapel Close, Dartford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2020-06-26 | £277,841 |
| Flat 11 Byron House Chapel Close, Dartford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2019-03-25 | £243,734 |
DA1 4DG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Old Road , Crayford DA1 4DZ | 3out of 4 | 96 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paulinus Church of England Primary School Iron Mill Lane , Crayford DA1 4RW | 3out of 4 | 239 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayplace Primary School Woodside Road , DA7 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Temple Grove Iron Mill Lane , Crayford DA1 4RS | - not rated | 1,298 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gravel Hill Primary School Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,447 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Academy Iron Mill Lane , Crayford DA1 4RS | 2out of 4 | 757 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic School Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Columba's Catholic Boys' School Halcot Avenue , DA6 7QB | 3out of 4 | 1,360 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Beths Grammar School Hartford Road , DA5 1NE | 4out of 4 | 1,924 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Bexleyheath Academy Woolwich Road , DA6 7DA | 1out of 4 | 2,115 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kent College Oakfield Lane , DA1 2JT | - not rated | 3,416 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 | 131 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 433 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through 121 Nuxley Road , Belverdere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 3,872 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 3,901 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Raj | 68 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 144 yd | |
| Kenny's Cafe | 74 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 144 yd | |
| Vapes Cakes & Shakes | 31 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 225 yd | |
| Uncle Beef Butcher's Block & Grill | 16 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 256 yd | |
| Crayford Tandoori Restaurant | 4 Waterside, Crayford | 296 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Bell | 170 Old Road, Crayford | 61 yd | |
| The Dukes Head | 53 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 96 yd | |
| Crayford Arms | The Crayford Arms Public House, 37 Crayford High Street | 225 yd | |
| Bear & Ragged Staff | 2 London Road, Crayford | 251 yd | |
| The Penny Farthing | 3 Waterside, Crayford | 296 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unique Spice | 62 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 144 yd | |
| Thai Spot | 19 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 225 yd | |
| Old China | 23 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 225 yd | |
| Crayford Kebab | 33 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 225 yd | |
| Maxin Chicken Kebabs Pizza Ribs | 13 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores | 4 Roman Way, Crayford | 382 yd | |
| Iceland | 144 Crayford Road, Crayford | 425 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Paulinus C Of E Primary School IRON MILL LANE | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| Vcd Athletic Club OLD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 385 yd |
| Crayford Arrows Sports Club PERRY STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Crayside Leisure Centre STADIUM WAY | health and fitness suite | 607 yd |
| Endeavor Academy Bexley WOODSIDE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Crayford Weights And Fitness 3-6 3-6 TOWER PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 720 yd |
| Crayford And Barnehurst Youth Centre Woodside Road | 745 yd | |
| Mayplace Primary School WOODSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 756 yd |
| Phoenix Sports Club MAYPLACE ROAD EAST | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Barnehurst Golf Course MAYPLACE ROAD EAST | golf | 946 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 42.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 316.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 41 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.