Spire Close is in Gravesend and in Gravesham district. DA12 1LR is located in the Whitehill & Windmill Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gravesham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spire Close, Gravesend, DA12 1LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA12 1NJ, DA12 1NQ, DA12 1LL, DA12 1ND, DA12 1NG, DA12 5AA, DA12 1LP, DA12 1JR, DA12 1LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA12 1LR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.3% | 50.5% | 4.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 53.7% | 49.5% | -4.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 26.3% | 35.7% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 43.5% | -8.7% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 10.4% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 7.4% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 42.5% | 46.1% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 35.4% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 16.4% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 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 | 25.9% | 19.6% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 9.6% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14.3% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 17% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 33.5% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 8.9% | 2.2% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 7.7% | 8.5% | 0.8% | 3.1% | 5.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 82.2% | 78.2% | -4.0% | 81.4% | -3.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, 78.8% 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 | 79.2% | 78.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| European Union | 10.4% | 9.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.2% | 78.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.9% | 12.9% | 9.0% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 1.1% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.7% | 2.9% | -6.8% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 5.2% | 1.5% | 3.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 14% | 0.9% | 13.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spire Close was 20.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.2% lower than the Denton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spire Close has the 8th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Denton and the 29th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Gravesham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Spire Close, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2021-12-02 | £378,510 |
| 15 Spire Close, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2016-03-31 | £376,621 |
| 15 Spire Close, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2015-05-12 | £376,168 |
| 21 Spire Close, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2011-04-18 | £481,016 |
| 21 Spire Close, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2007-05-25 | £407,022 |
DA12 1LR 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfleet Nursery School 140 London Road , Northfleet DA11 9JS | 4out of 4 | 2,079 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrotham Road Primary School Wrotham Road , DA11 0QF | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrotham Road County Primary School Wrotham Road , DA11 0QF | - not rated | 649 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrotham Road Primary School Wrotham Road , DA11 0QF | - not rated | 649 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Trinity Road , DA12 1LU | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Trinity Road , DA12 1LU | - not rated | 773 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | 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 | - not rated | 881 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | 4out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Comprehensive Rochester Road , DA12 2JW | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | - not rated | 1,119 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The National Sea Training College Denton , DA12 2HR | - not rated | 2,572 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 881 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Convent Preparatory School 46 Old Road East , Gravesend DA12 1NR | - not rated | 476 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte School 7 Pelham Road , DA11 0HN | - not rated | 1,139 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pier View Academy 42-44 Harmer Street , DA12 2AX | - not rated | 1,177 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford and Gravesham Joynes House , New Road DA11 0AT | - not rated | 1,288 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| North West Kent Alternative Provision Service Richmond Drive , DA12 4DJ | - not rated | 1,644 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose's Cakes | 1B Cross Lane East, Gravesend | 259 yd | |
| Echo Fish Bar | 5 Echo Square, Gravesend | 293 yd | |
| Wing Hing | 1 Echo Square, Gravesend | 293 yd | |
| No 84 | 84 Parrock Road, Gravesend | 317 yd | |
| Woodlands Beefeater | Wrotham Road, Gravesend | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Prince Of Orange | 1 Old Road East, Gravesend | 60 yd | |
| The Windmill Tavern | 45 Shrubbery Road, Gravesend | 363 yd | |
| The Echo | 24 Old Road East, Gravesend | 490 yd | |
| Bat And Ball Public House | 113 Wrotham Road, Gravesend | 621 yd | |
| Waterloo Tavern | 55 Wellington Street, Gravesend | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Griller | 51 Wrotham Road, Gravesend | 811 yd | |
| Kings Farm Grill | 22 Kitchener Avenue, Gravesend | 823 yd | |
| Chicken Roost | 145 Parrock Street, Gravesend | 830 yd | |
| The Authentic Turkish Kitchen | 147 Parrock Street, Gravesend | 836 yd | |
| The Brothers Fish Bar | 168 Parrock Street, Gravesend | 928 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Joseph'S Preparatory School OLD ROAD EAST | grass pitches | 476 yd |
| Windmill Gardens CLARENCE PLACE | tennis courts | 477 yd |
| Gravesend Cricket Club WROTHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Woodlands NEW HOUSE LANE | tennis courts | 704 yd |
| Fleetway Sports Ground BRONTE VIEW | grass pitches | 731 yd |
| Guru Nanak Sports Club TRINITY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 758 yd |
| Holy Trinity Primary School TRINITY ROAD | grass pitches | 771 yd |
| Mid Kent Golf Club SINGLEWELL ROAD | golf | 801 yd |
| Saint Georges Church Of England School MEADOW ROAD | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Gravesend Rugby Football Club DONALD BIGGS DRIVE | grass pitches | 920 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 | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.