Watling Street is in Dartford and in Dartford district. DA2 6AA is located in the Stone House electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dartford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Watling Street, Dartford, DA2 6AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA2 6AE, DA1 1RW, DA1 1RN, DA2 6AR, DA2 6AH, DA2 6AP, DA1 1RL, DA2 6DG, DA2 6DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA2 6AA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 50.9% | 52.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 49.1% | 47.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 DA2 6AA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.8% 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 | 30.8% | 19.6% | -11.2% | 37.9% | -18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 51.8% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 7.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 6% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 21.4% | 14.1% | 6.1% | 15.3% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.6% | 40.6% | -10.0% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 27.9% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 27.2% | 17.3% | 12.7% | 14.5% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.6% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
In the area around DA2 6AA this area, 33.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 33.1% | 13.3% | 18.2% | 14.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 12.3% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 12.3% | -9.2% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 11.4% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 18.4% | -1.4% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.7% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 6.5% | 7.2% | 0.7% | 3.1% | 4.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 8.9% | 6.4% | 2.5% | 6.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.3% | 76.7% | -9.6% | 81.4% | -4.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 86.1% 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% | 86.1% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 5.8% | 2.1% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 86.3% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13% | 13.0% | 9.8% | 3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 50.1% | 46.2% | 3.9% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Sikh | 4.8% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Watling Street was 33.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.0% lower than the Bean & Village Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Watling Street has the 15th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Bean & Village Park and the 85th lowest crime rate of 349 local areas in Dartford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Watling Street, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2022-02-28 | £458,726 |
| 77 Watling Street, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2016-07-07 | £461,806 |
| 75 Watling Street, Dartford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2006-05-26 | £456,631 |
| 75 Watling Street, Dartford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2001-11-20 | £496,377 |
| 81 Watling Street, Dartford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2000-11-24 | £801,725 |
DA2 6AA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DA2 6AA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 140 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gateway Primary Academy Milestone Road , DA2 6DW | 3out of 4 | 401 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brent Primary School London Road , Stone DA2 6BA | 4out of 4 | 648 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford Primary Academy York Road , DA1 1SQ | 3out of 4 | 715 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleetdown Primary Academy Lunedale Road , Darenth DA2 6JX | - not rated | 1,009 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anselm's Catholic Primary School Littlebrook Manor Way , Temple Hill DA1 5EA | 3out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Leigh Academy Green Street Green Road , DA1 1QE | 3out of 4 | 610 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Lodge School Cotton Lane , DA2 6PD | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School West Hill , DA1 2HW | 4out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Leigh UTC Brunel Way , DA1 5TF | 3out of 4 | 2,533 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School for Girls Shepherds Lane , DA1 2NT | 4out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kent College Oakfield Lane , DA1 2JT | - not rated | 2,906 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | 3out of 4 | 5,264 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milestone Marble Cafe | 58 London Road, Stone | 351 yd | |
| Royal Tandoori | 52 London Road, Stone | 351 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | 522 Princes Road, Dartford | 361 yd | |
| McDonalds | 476 Princes Road, Dartford | 390 yd | |
| Sally Sue's | 118 St Vincents Road, Dartford | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartford Cricket Club | The Pavillion, Hesketh Park | 401 yd | |
| Brent School Old Boys Social Club | London Road, Stone | 589 yd | |
| Champions Bar | Dartford Football Club, Stadium | 805 yd | |
| PP Catering | Princes Park Stadium, Grassbanks | 805 yd | |
| The Tiger | 28 St Albans Road, Dartford | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Seasons | 50 London Road, Stone | 293 yd | |
| Lovely Chinese Food Takeaway | Lovely Chinese Takeaway, 133 The Brent | 300 yd | |
| Golden Star | 137 The Brent, Dartford | 300 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 62 London Road, Stone | 351 yd | |
| Milestone Kebab | 54 London Road, Stone | 351 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartford Service Station | 474 Princes Road, Dartford | 390 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 76 Colney Road, Dartford | 870 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, 72 - 80 East Hill | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Park CANTERBURY CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 381 yd |
| The Brent Primary School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 481 yd |
| The Gateway Primary Academy MILESTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| Leigh City Tech College (Closed) Green Street Green Road | 573 yd | |
| The Leigh Academy GREEN STREET GREEN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 594 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Dartford) GREEN STREET GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 649 yd |
| Princes Park Community Stadium Grassbanks | artificial grass pitch, golf, grass pitches, squash courts | 803 yd |
| Dartford Stone Lodge Indoor Bowls & Social Club Ltd Cotton Lane | indoor bowls | 957 yd |
| Dartford Judo Club COTTON LANE | health and fitness suite | 974 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Dartford) DARENTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 980 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.