Sun Lane is in Gravesend and in Gravesham district. DA12 5HN 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 Sun Lane, Gravesend, DA12 5HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA12 5HP, DA12 5HL, DA12 5AQ, DA12 5HW, DA12 5FH, DA12 5AG, DA12 5PL, DA12 5PF, DA12 5PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DA12 5HN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents 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 | 55.7% | 48.5% | -7.2% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 44.3% | 51.5% | 7.2% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DA12 5HN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.9% | 30.7% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 54.1% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.6% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 7.4% | 2.3% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87%) 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 | 50.9% | 55.1% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 6.7% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 31.9% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 19.1% | 14.8% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 11.7% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.7% | 17.5% | -6.2% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 19.8% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 24.9% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 3.1% | 6.6% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 3.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.1% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 5.8% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
| Black African | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 88.1% | 79.1% | -9.0% | 81.4% | -2.3% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 93.8% | 89% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 89.5% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.2% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0.9% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 10.7% | 0.9% | 9.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sun Lane was 6.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.7% lower than the Denton average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Sun Lane has the lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Denton and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Gravesham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 Sun Lane, Gravesend, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2015-11-13 | £470,621 |
| 74 Sun Lane, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £191,500 | 2013-12-03 | £340,680 |
| 74 Sun Lane, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2007-03-30 | £352,962 |
| 78 Sun Lane, Gravesend, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2006-03-31 | £362,503 |
DA12 5HN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 2,676 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehill Primary School Sun Lane , DA12 5HN | - not rated | 170 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehill Junior School Sun Lane , DA12 5HN | - not rated | 170 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehill Infants' and Nursery School Sun Lane , DA12 5HN | - not rated | 170 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehill Primary School Sun Lane , DA12 5HN | 2out of 4 | 170 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Farm County Primary School (Infants' Department) Cedar Avenue , DA12 5JT | - not rated | 1,094 yd | Community school | 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 | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Comprehensive Rochester Road , DA12 2JW | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfields Singlewell Road , DA11 7RF | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | - not rated | 1,318 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | - not rated | 1,318 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 2,619 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 | 1,045 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 | 466 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ifield School Cedar Avenue , DA12 5JT | 4out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Estuary Academy Richmond Drive , DA12 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,319 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Kent Alternative Provision Service Richmond Drive , DA12 4DJ | - not rated | 1,347 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LINK19 College , LINK Centre, Block H DA12 2DP | - not rated | 1,693 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echo Fish Bar | 5 Echo Square, Gravesend | 440 yd | |
| Wing Hing | 1 Echo Square, Gravesend | 440 yd | |
| No 84 | 84 Parrock Road, Gravesend | 505 yd | |
| Taste By Chianne @ Mid Kent Golf Club | Singlewell Road, Gravesend | 569 yd | |
| Rose's Cakes | 1B Cross Lane East, Gravesend | 607 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Echo | 24 Old Road East, Gravesend | 500 yd | |
| Old Prince Of Orange | 1 Old Road East, Gravesend | 699 yd | |
| The Windmill Tavern | 45 Shrubbery Road, Gravesend | 935 yd | |
| Old Gravesendians Sports Association | Fleetway Sports Ground, Bronte View | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Farm Grill | 22 Kitchener Avenue, Gravesend | 188 yd | |
| Le Spice Indian Takeaway | 151 Whitehill Road, Gravesend | 527 yd | |
| Lucky Jade Chinese Takeaway | 149 Whitehill Road, Gravesend | 527 yd | |
| Valley Fish Bar | 4 The Parade, Valley Drive | 762 yd | |
| Valley Grill | 9 The Parade, Valley Drive | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Whitehill Road, Gravesend | 527 yd | |
| Tesco | Valley Drive, Gravesend | 762 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Joseph'S Preparatory School OLD ROAD EAST | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| Mid Kent Golf Club SINGLEWELL ROAD | golf | 635 yd |
| Kings Farm Playing Fields CEDAR AVENUE | grass pitches | 876 yd |
| Fleetway Sports Ground BRONTE VIEW | grass pitches | 1,038 yd |
| Saint Georges Church Of England School MEADOW ROAD | grass pitches | 1,045 yd |
| Woodlands NEW HOUSE LANE | tennis courts | 1,048 yd |
| St Johns Catholic Comprehensive School ROCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,050 yd |
| Windmill Gardens CLARENCE PLACE | tennis courts | 1,082 yd |
| St John Roman Catholic Comprehensive School (Closed) Rochester Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,086 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.