Royal Pier Mews is in Gravesend and in Gravesham district. DA12 2AZ is located in the Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gravesham. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Royal Pier Mews, Gravesend, DA12 2AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA12 2BE, DA12 2DT, DA12 2ER, DA12 2BB, DA12 2BD, DA12 2EL, DA12 2BA, DA11 0AP, DA11 0BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA12 2AZ is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 46.9% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 50.8% | 53.1% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 2AZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.2% 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 | 46.5% | 55.2% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 23% | -11.0% | 44.2% | -21.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 13.3% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 | 44.7% | 49.7% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 34.5% | -4.1% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 11.7% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 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 | 19.2% | 22.3% | 3.1% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 10.8% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 13.3% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 13.9% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 32.5% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 18.9% | 3.6% | -15.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 8.5% | 8.2% | -0.3% | 3.1% | 5.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 4.6% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.5% | 0.5% | -3.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| White | 73.4% | 75.3% | 1.9% | 81.4% | -6.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 7.2% | 1.5% | -5.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
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 | 64.6% | 70.7% | 6.1% | 83.2% | -12.5% |
| European Union | 21% | 15.2% | -5.8% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9% | 7.1% | -1.9% | 5.6% | 1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 64.1% | 71.1% | 7.0% | 83.2% | -12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 13.6% | 12.7% | -0.9% | 9.8% | 2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.4% | 6.6% | -3.8% | 2.9% | 3.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 5.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 4.6% | -2.6% | 1.9% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.9% | 76.7% | -13.8% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Italy | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 38.5% | 46.2% | -7.7% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 8.7% | 0.9% | 7.8% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Royal Pier Mews was 245.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.3% higher than the Pelham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Royal Pier Mews has the 12th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Pelham and the 29th highest crime rate of 316 local areas in Gravesham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 75.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Royal Pier Mews, Gravesend, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-01-12 | £369,464 |
| 4 Royal Pier Mews, Gravesend, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2019-06-10 | £247,161 |
| 1 Royal Pier Mews, Gravesend, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2007-04-26 | £362,547 |
| 3 Royal Pier Mews, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2007-01-08 | £350,156 |
| 3 Royal Pier Mews, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £57,500 | 2002-07-25 | £175,138 |
DA12 2AZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| 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 | 1,625 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chantry Community Academy Ordnance Road , DA12 2RL | 3out of 4 | 754 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Trinity Road , DA12 1LU | - not rated | 877 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrotham Road Primary School Wrotham Road , DA11 0QF | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend Rochester Road , DA12 2SY | 3out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School Cecil Road , Northfleet DA11 7BT | 3out of 4 | 1,763 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | 4out of 4 | 1,314 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | 4out of 4 | 1,401 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Comprehensive Rochester Road , DA12 2JW | 3out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfleet Technology College Colyer Road , Northfleet DA11 8BG | 3out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Gateway Academy Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 2,697 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,126 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pier View Academy 42-44 Harmer Street , DA12 2AX | - not rated | 436 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte School 7 Pelham Road , DA11 0HN | - not rated | 788 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| LINK19 College Lower Higham Road , Based at North Kent College DA12 2JJ | - not rated | 2,374 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Kent Alternative Provision Service Richmond Drive , DA12 4DJ | - not rated | 2,589 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive AP Academy - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 2,788 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fourth Portal | St Andrew's Arts Centre, Royal Pier Road | 43 yd | |
| Ginosneapolitan | 36 Queen Street, Gravesend | 160 yd | |
| Pizza Go Go | 45 New Road, Gravesend | 176 yd | |
| Julius Caesar Restaurant | 12-14 High Street, Gravesend | 176 yd | |
| Thumbs Oriental / Red Thai | 16 High Street, Gravesend | 203 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mole Hole Micropub | 17 High Street, Gravesend | 194 yd | |
| Kent Cocktail Bar | 20 High Street, Gravesend | 203 yd | |
| The Three Daws | 7 Town Pier, Gravesend | 213 yd | |
| The George | 38 Queen Street, Gravesend | 215 yd | |
| Blakes | 23 Queen Street, Gravesend | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of China | 30 Queen Street, Gravesend | 215 yd | |
| Perfect Pizza & Chicken | 1A Queen Street, Gravesend | 226 yd | |
| Blu Eats | 5 Queen Street, Gravesend | 226 yd | |
| Ms Earlyn's | Borough Market, High Street | 236 yd | |
| Pad Thai Live | Borough Market, High Street | 236 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 72 - 73 New Road, Gravesend | 424 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | 8 - 9 Thamesgate Shopping Centre, Gravesend | 464 yd | |
| Iceland | 1 Overcliffe, Gravesend | 798 yd | |
| Poundstretcher | Unit E2, Imperial Retail Park | 810 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit E1 Thames Way, Imperial Business Park | 885 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shapers (Gravesend) 147-148 147-148 MILTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 365 yd |
| Nrg (Gravesend) ENERGY HOUSE ENERGY HOUSE GARRICK STREET | health and fitness suite | 549 yd |
| Holy Trinity Primary School TRINITY ROAD | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Guru Nanak Sports Club TRINITY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 829 yd |
| Windmill Gardens CLARENCE PLACE | tennis courts | 996 yd |
| Gravesend Rugby Football Club DONALD BIGGS DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,091 yd |
| Gravesend Sports Trust DONALD BIGGS DRIVE | artificial grass pitch | 1,091 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.