Orlick Road is in Gravesend and in Gravesham district. DA12 4UJ is located in the Chalk electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gravesham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orlick Road, Gravesend, DA12 4UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA12 4UF, DA12 4UP, DA12 4UL, DA12 2NP, DA12 4UG, DA12 2NR, DA12 4UQ, DA12 4TA, DA12 4UW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA12 4UJ 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 | 50.2% | 50.5% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.5% | -0.3% | 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 | 28.3% | 30.3% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 47.9% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 13% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 7.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (85.2%) 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 | 44.4% | 50.9% | 6.5% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 34.3% | -5.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 12.7% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.9% | 20.4% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23% | 12.5% | -10.5% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 15.8% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 7.5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 19.2% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 21.7% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 3.5% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.5% | 82.7% | -10.8% | 81.4% | 1.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 88.4% 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 | 95.6% | 88.4% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 94.2% | 88.4% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 9.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.1% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.2% | 37.2% | -12.0% |
| Christian | 61.7% | 46.2% | 15.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 5.7% | 6.5% | -0.8% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orlick Road was 27.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.6% lower than the Chalk average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Orlick Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Chalk and the 52nd lowest crime rate of 316 local areas in Gravesham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Orlick Road, Gravesend, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2020-02-06 | £423,506 |
| 14 Orlick Road, Gravesend, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2016-09-09 | £429,387 |
| 14 Orlick Road, Gravesend, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2012-02-29 | £460,156 |
| 27 Orlick Road, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2011-08-19 | £362,004 |
| 16 Orlick Road, Gravesend, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2006-08-07 | £397,163 |
DA12 4UJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| 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 | 4,563 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 | 1,166 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend Rochester Road , DA12 2SY | 3out of 4 | 1,630 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tymberwood Academy Cerne Road , DA12 4BN | 3out of 4 | 1,647 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverview Infant School Cimba Wood , DA12 4SD | 3out of 4 | 2,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverview Junior School Cimba Wood , DA12 4SD | 2out of 4 | 2,180 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thamesview School Thong Lane , DA12 4LF | 3out of 4 | 1,408 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Comprehensive Rochester Road , DA12 2JW | 3out of 4 | 1,708 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | 4out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | 4out of 4 | 3,661 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Northfleet Technology College Colyer Road , Northfleet DA11 8BG | 3out of 4 | 4,835 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 | 3,527 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 | 899 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Kent Alternative Provision Service Richmond Drive , DA12 4DJ | - not rated | 1,239 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pier View Academy 42-44 Harmer Street , DA12 2AX | - not rated | 2,799 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ifield School Cedar Avenue , DA12 5JT | 4out of 4 | 3,055 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte School 7 Pelham Road , DA11 0HN | - not rated | 3,470 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chalk 'N' Teas | 95 Lower Higham Road, Gravesend | 704 yd | |
| City Praise Centre | 9-11 Lower Higham Road, Gravesend | 805 yd | |
| White Hart Harvester | 169 Rochester Road, Gravesend | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chalk Greggs | Chalk Service Station, 179 Rochester Road | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Kent College (Gravesend Campus) LOWER HIGHAM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,030 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.