Crayford Way is in Crayford, Dartford and in Bexley district. DA1 4LQ 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 Crayford Way, Crayford, Dartford, DA1 4LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA1 4JP, DA1 4JL, DA1 4JY, DA1 4RT, DA1 4JS, DA1 4RS, DA1 4TE, DA1 4RZ, DA1 4JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA1 4LQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% 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 | 54.2% | 55.8% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 45.8% | 44.2% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 4LQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.3% 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 | 31.8% | 47.3% | 15.5% | 37.9% | 9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 37.8% | -12.7% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 5.9% | -4.8% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 45.8% | 51.5% | 5.7% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 41% | 35.2% | -5.8% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 11.9% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 18.2% | 13% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21% | 15.2% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 16.1% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.8% | 15.2% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 31.4% | 14.1% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 4.1% | 4.5% | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 90% | 86.1% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 4.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.5% | 5.2% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 3.6% |
In this area, 85.1% 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 | 92.3% | 85.1% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 6.7% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 84.8% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 12.6% | 11.5% | 9.8% | 2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crayford Way was 7.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.3% lower than the Crayford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crayford Way has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Crayford and the 24th lowest crime rate of 725 local areas in Bexley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 241.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Crayford Way, Dartford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £384,025 | 2023-04-03 | £397,982 |
| 28 Crayford Way, Dartford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £413,000 | 2023-03-09 | £422,743 |
| 24 Crayford Way, Dartford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2021-08-13 | £403,539 |
| 18 Crayford Way, Dartford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-03-27 | £402,132 |
| 14 Crayford Way, Dartford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2019-10-23 | £372,671 |
DA1 4LQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paulinus Church of England Primary School Iron Mill Lane , Crayford DA1 4RW | 3out of 4 | 343 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Old Road , Crayford DA1 4DZ | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Temple Grove Iron Mill Lane , Crayford DA1 4RS | - not rated | 775 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayplace Primary School Woodside Road , DA7 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wentworth Primary School Wentworth Drive , DA1 3NG | 3out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 240 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic School Watling Street , DA6 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Columba's Catholic Boys' School Halcot Avenue , DA6 7QB | 3out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School West Hill , DA1 2HW | 4out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School for Girls Shepherds Lane , DA1 2NT | 4out of 4 | 2,196 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 | 3,110 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 | 679 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Bexley Woodside Road , DA7 6LB | 3out of 4 | 963 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Academy Colyers Lane , DA8 3PB | 3out of 4 | 2,135 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Break Through 121 Nuxley Road , Belverdere DA17 5JX | - not rated | 4,195 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Bexley South Gipsy Road , DA16 1JB | 4out of 4 | 4,429 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Princess Garden | 11 - 12 Waterside, Crayford | 264 yd | |
| Flo's Pie And Mash | 8 Waterside, Crayford | 264 yd | |
| Nando's | 2 Tower Retail Park, Crayford Road | 269 yd | |
| Costa | 3 Tower Retail Park, Crayford Road | 269 yd | |
| McDonald's | 1 Tower Retail Park, Crayford Road | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crayford Social Club | Crayford Way, Crayford | 271 yd | |
| The Penny Farthing | 3 Waterside, Crayford | 318 yd | |
| Crayford Arms | The Crayford Arms Public House, 37 Crayford High Street | 391 yd | |
| Bear & Ragged Staff | 2 London Road, Crayford | 436 yd | |
| The Dukes Head | 53 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 452 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Phoenix | 17 Waterside, Crayford | 263 yd | |
| The Parade Fish Bar | 7 The Parade, Crayford Way | 271 yd | |
| JAAAS Peri Peri | 1 Waterside, Crayford | 318 yd | |
| Crayford Fish & Chips | 181 Crayford Road, Crayford | 346 yd | |
| Express Kebab Crayford | 22 Crayford High Street, Crayford | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 144 Crayford Road, Crayford | 388 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 4 Roman Way, Crayford | 454 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crayford Weights And Fitness 3-6 3-6 TOWER PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 328 yd |
| St Paulinus C Of E Primary School IRON MILL LANE | grass pitches | 447 yd |
| Europa Centre VIMY WAY | health and fitness suite | 535 yd |
| Crayford Arrows Sports Club PERRY STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 591 yd |
| Barnes Cray Primary School (Closed) Iron Mill Lane | grass pitches | 696 yd |
| Haberdashers' Aske'S Crayford Academy IRON MILL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 696 yd |
| Crayside Leisure Centre STADIUM WAY | health and fitness suite | 737 yd |
| Vcd Athletic Club OLD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 891 yd |
| Danson Sports Fc MAYPLACE SPORTS FIELD MAYPLACE SPORTS FIELD PERRY STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 92.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.2% |
| 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.