Old Road East is in Gravesend and in Gravesham district. DA12 1PQ is located in the Westcourt electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gravesham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Road East, Gravesend, DA12 1PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA12 4HY, DA12 1PW, DA12 1RE, DA12 4JD, DA12 4HX, DA12 2JF, DA12 1RF, DA12 4JF, DA12 4JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA12 1PQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 49.9% | 52.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 50.1% | 47.8% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 DA12 1PQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% 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 | 36.5% | 42.4% | 5.9% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 39.8% | -7.3% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 8.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 4.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 46.2% | 51.4% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 31.4% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 11.6% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 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 | 25.8% | 25.9% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 9.3% | -10.0% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.4% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 12.2% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 30.4% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 57.6% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 13% | 11% | -2.0% | 3.1% | 7.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 8.5% | 14.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% | 12.0% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 67.9% | 57.6% | -10.3% | 81.4% | -23.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Other | 2% | 4.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
In this area, 70.7% 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 | 80.3% | 70.7% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -12.5% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 8.6% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 5.4% | 8.6% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 5.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.6% | 9.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | 3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80% | 70.7% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 25.3% | 22.5% | 9.8% | 15.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.6% | 2.2% | -3.4% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.4% | 0.3% | -10.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.6% | 76.7% | -18.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 5.4% | 1.5% | 3.9% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.8% | 37.2% | -14.4% |
| Christian | 50.1% | 46.2% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 10.3% | 6.5% | 3.8% |
| Sikh | 12.2% | 0.9% | 11.3% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Road East was 160.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 138.3% higher than the Chalk average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Road East has the 14th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Chalk and the 63rd highest crime rate of 316 local areas in Gravesham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 212A Old Road East, Gravesend, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2023-07-12 | £528,749 |
| 252 Old Road East, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £363,000 | 2021-12-01 | £399,060 |
| 214 Old Road East, Gravesend, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-03-26 | £548,121 |
| 222 Old Road East, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2021-02-26 | £333,377 |
| 252 Old Road East, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2018-01-11 | £307,407 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,294 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westcourt Primary School Silver Road , DA12 4JG | 3out of 4 | 374 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend Rochester Road , DA12 2SY | 3out of 4 | 535 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tymberwood Academy Cerne Road , DA12 4BN | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Trinity Road , DA12 1LU | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chantry Community Academy Ordnance Road , DA12 2RL | 3out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Catholic Comprehensive Rochester Road , DA12 2JW | 3out of 4 | 406 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | 4out of 4 | 704 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Thamesview School Thong Lane , DA12 4LF | 3out of 4 | 1,319 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | 4out of 4 | 2,335 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Northfleet Technology College Colyer Road , Northfleet DA11 8BG | 3out of 4 | 3,484 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 2,192 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINK19 College Lower Higham Road , Based at North Kent College DA12 2JJ | - not rated | 464 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Kent Alternative Provision Service Richmond Drive , DA12 4DJ | - not rated | 511 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pier View Academy 42-44 Harmer Street , DA12 2AX | - not rated | 1,675 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ifield School Cedar Avenue , DA12 5JT | 4out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte School 7 Pelham Road , DA11 0HN | - not rated | 2,213 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenny's Cafe | 200 Rochester Road, Gravesend | 239 yd | |
| White Hart Harvester | 169 Rochester Road, Gravesend | 359 yd | |
| Riverside Cafe | Riverside Community Centre, Dickens Road | 371 yd | |
| City Praise Centre | 9-11 Lower Higham Road, Gravesend | 549 yd | |
| Chalk 'N' Teas | 95 Lower Higham Road, Gravesend | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Ale Shades | 25 East Milton Road, Gravesend | 889 yd | |
| Milton Social Club | 34 Raphael Road, Gravesend | 1,018 yd | |
| Gravesend Rugby Football Club (Bar) | Donald Biggs Drive, Gravesend | 1,042 yd | |
| The Echo | 24 Old Road East, Gravesend | 1,043 yd | |
| Old Gravesendians Sports Association | Fleetway Sports Ground, Bronte View | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunky Dory Fish Bar | 208A Rochester Road, Gravesend | 234 yd | |
| Masums Indian Takeaway | 196 Rochester Road, Gravesend | 239 yd | |
| Peking Express | 188 Rochester Road, Gravesend | 239 yd | |
| Chalk Greggs | Chalk Service Station, 179 Rochester Road | 311 yd | |
| Usta Pizza Charcoal Grill | 113 Rochester Road, Gravesend | 390 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Valley Drive, Gravesend | 627 yd | |
| CO-OP | 1-2 East Milton Road, Gravesend | 940 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westcourt Primary School JUBILEE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 242 yd |
| North Kent College (Gravesend Campus) LOWER HIGHAM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 364 yd |
| Riverside Family Learning Centre DICKENS ROAD | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| St Johns Catholic Comprehensive School ROCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 450 yd |
| St John Roman Catholic Comprehensive School (Closed) Rochester Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 546 yd |
| Gravesend Grammar School CHURCH WALK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Gravesend Tennis Club MILTON HALL ROAD | tennis courts | 887 yd |
| Gravesend Rugby Football Club DONALD BIGGS DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| Gravesend Sports Trust DONALD BIGGS DRIVE | artificial grass pitch | 1,029 yd |
| Fleetway Sports Ground BRONTE VIEW | grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 193 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.