Rural Vale is in Northfleet, Gravesend and in Gravesham district. DA11 9JJ is located in the Rosherville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gravesham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rural Vale, Northfleet, Gravesend, DA11 9JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA11 9JL, DA11 9JN, DA11 9JW, DA11 9JP, DA11 9FA, DA11 9JH, DA11 9EA, DA11 9EB, DA11 9JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA11 9JJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 54.6% | 52.8% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 45.4% | 47.2% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 DA11 9JJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.6% 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 | 41.9% | 48.6% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37% | 37% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 3.5% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 7% | -4.9% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51% | 43.9% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 39.2% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 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 | 20.3% | 18.8% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22% | 12.7% | -9.3% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 18.5% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 10.8% | -2.0% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 29.6% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4.6% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.2% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 5% | 1.8% | -3.2% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 2% | 4.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 86.8% | 69.2% | -17.6% | 81.4% | -12.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 3.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 7.1% | 6.8% | 1.6% | 5.5% |
In this area, 67.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 67.4% | -16.4% | 83.2% | -15.8% |
| European Union | 8.3% | 16% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 9.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 3.4% |
| Africa | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 7.4% | 2.1% | 5.6% | 1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.8% | 67.2% | -16.6% | 83.2% | -16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 4.3% | 13.3% | 9.0% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 10.9% | 6.9% | 2.9% | 8.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 5% | 0.7% | 1.9% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61% | 76.7% | -15.7% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 10.5% | 0.9% | 9.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Turkey | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rural Vale was 64.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% lower than the Northfleet & Springhead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rural Vale has the 5th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Northfleet & Springhead and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 316 local areas in Gravesham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Rural Vale, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2025-02-21 | £297,105 |
| 24 Rural Vale, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-11-26 | £277,789 |
| 37 Rural Vale, Gravesend, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-07-15 | £227,781 |
| 16 Rural Vale, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2023-10-20 | £192,374 |
| 33 Rural Vale, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2023-06-23 | £217,842 |
DA11 9JJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DA11 9JJ 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 | 99 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfleet Nursery School 140 London Road , Northfleet DA11 9JS | 4out of 4 | 309 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosherville Church of England Academy London Road , DA11 9JQ | 2out of 4 | 209 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolph's Church of England Primary School Dover Road , Northfleet DA11 9PL | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Northfleet Springhead Road , Northfleet DA11 9QZ | 4out of 4 | 671 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copperfield Academy Dover Road East , Northfleet DA11 0RB | 1out of 4 | 685 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawn Primary School High Street , Northfleet DA11 9HB | 3out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfleet Technology College Colyer Road , Northfleet DA11 8BG | 3out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | 4out of 4 | 1,192 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Northfleet School for Girls Hall Road , Northfleet DA11 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,566 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Ebbsfleet Academy Southfleet Road , DA10 0BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,500 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | 4out of 4 | 2,935 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint George's Church of England School Meadow Road , DA11 7LS | 3out of 4 | 1,975 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronte School 7 Pelham Road , DA11 0HN | - not rated | 1,328 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pier View Academy 42-44 Harmer Street , DA12 2AX | - not rated | 2,100 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive AP Academy - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 3,259 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ifield School Cedar Avenue , DA12 5JT | 4out of 4 | 3,695 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Kent Alternative Provision Service Richmond Drive , DA12 4DJ | - not rated | 3,862 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stacey's Kitchen | Northfleet Garage, London Road | 276 yd | |
| Apleona @ Kimberly Clark | Crete Hall Road, Northfleet | 716 yd | |
| White Eagle | 29 A The Hill, Gravesend | 883 yd | |
| Cafe Of Northfleet | 37 - 38 The Hill, Northfleet | 883 yd | |
| Pizza 2 Night | 50 Perry Street, Northfleet | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | 2 Crete Hall Road, Northfleet | 368 yd | |
| Elephants Head | 106 London Road, Northfleet | 604 yd | |
| Northfleet & District Traders Association | 39 Dover Road, Northfleet | 726 yd | |
| Ye Olde Leather Bottle | 1 Dover Road, Northfleet | 726 yd | |
| Campbell Arms | 1 Campbell Road, Gravesend | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Chicken & Ribs | 49 London Road, Northfleet | 178 yd | |
| Flaming Grill | 79 London Road, Northfleet | 460 yd | |
| Yummy | 84 - 85 London Road, Northfleet | 483 yd | |
| Taste Of Punjab | 108 - 110 London Road, Northfleet | 604 yd | |
| New Tasty Cuisine | 68 Granville Road, Gravesend | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Food Store Ltd | 100-102 London Road, Gravesend | 651 yd | |
| Tesco | 4 - 12 Perry Street, Northfleet | 912 yd | |
| CO-OP | 14 - 18 Perry Street, Northfleet | 912 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit E1 Thames Way, Imperial Business Park | 1,063 yd | |
| Asda | Thames Way, Gravesend | 1,063 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School SPRINGHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Iron House Gym UNIT F1 UNIT F1 WEST MILL | health and fitness suite | 862 yd |
| Northfleet Technology College COLYER ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 990 yd |
| Northfleet Technology College (Closed) Colyer Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,007 yd |
| Mayfield Grammar School Gravesend PELHAM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,054 yd |
| Cygnet Leisure Centre OLD PERRY STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,082 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.