Fairway Drive is in Dartford and in Dartford district. DA2 6AR 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 Fairway Drive, Dartford, DA2 6AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA2 6DG, DA2 6AP, DA2 6DL, DA2 6AH, DA2 6DE, DA2 6AE, DA2 6DJ, DA2 6AQ, DA2 6AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DA2 6AR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 6AR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% 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 | 34.6% | 30% | -4.6% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.5% | 51.4% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 9.6% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 5.7% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 54.5% | 50.4% | -4.1% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 31% | 36.7% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 9.7% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 20.2% | 20.6% | 0.4% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 8.9% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 14.2% | -7.0% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 17.8% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 28.5% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.3% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 4.1% | 8.2% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 5.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 4.4% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| Black African | 5.8% | 7.1% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 4.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 83% | 70.3% | -12.7% | 81.4% | -11.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 80.9% 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 | 87.4% | 80.9% | -6.5% | 83.2% | -2.3% |
| European Union | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 7.3% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 4.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 7% | 2.6% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.4% | 80.9% | -6.5% | 83.2% | -2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 15.8% | 15.3% | 9.8% | 6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 0.9% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Sikh | 6.7% | 0.9% | 5.8% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairway Drive was 76.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.3% higher than the Newtown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairway Drive has the 13th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Newtown and the 142nd highest crime rate of 349 local areas in Dartford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Fairway Drive, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2024-10-15 | £489,172 |
| 15 Fairway Drive, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2021-11-25 | £579,293 |
| 14 Fairway Drive, Dartford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2021-08-04 | £560,408 |
| 19 Fairway Drive, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2021-03-26 | £710,924 |
| 3 Fairway Drive, Dartford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2016-01-27 | £535,007 |
DA2 6AR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 120 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gateway Primary Academy Milestone Road , DA2 6DW | 3out of 4 | 267 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brent Primary School London Road , Stone DA2 6BA | 4out of 4 | 587 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford Primary Academy York Road , DA1 1SQ | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleetdown Primary Academy Lunedale Road , Darenth DA2 6JX | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anselm's Catholic Primary School Littlebrook Manor Way , Temple Hill DA1 5EA | 3out of 4 | 1,163 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 | 779 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Lodge School Cotton Lane , DA2 6PD | - not rated | 875 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leigh UTC Brunel Way , DA1 5TF | 3out of 4 | 2,391 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School West Hill , DA1 2HW | 4out of 4 | 2,504 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Dartford Grammar School for Girls Shepherds Lane , DA1 2NT | 4out of 4 | 2,598 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 | 2,993 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 | 5,238 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 | 214 yd | |
| Royal Tandoori | 52 London Road, Stone | 214 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | 522 Princes Road, Dartford | 518 yd | |
| Sally Sue's | 118 St Vincents Road, Dartford | 551 yd | |
| McDonalds | 476 Princes Road, Dartford | 553 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brent School Old Boys Social Club | London Road, Stone | 490 yd | |
| Dartford Cricket Club | The Pavillion, Hesketh Park | 526 yd | |
| Stone Lodge Indoor Bowls & Social Club | Stone Lodge Bowling Centre, Stone Lodge Complex | 927 yd | |
| Champions Bar | Dartford Football Club, Stadium | 929 yd | |
| PP Catering | Princes Park Stadium, Grassbanks | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Seasons | 50 London Road, Stone | 127 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 62 London Road, Stone | 214 yd | |
| Milestone Kebab | 54 London Road, Stone | 214 yd | |
| Lovely Chinese Food Takeaway | Lovely Chinese Takeaway, 133 The Brent | 257 yd | |
| Golden Star | 137 The Brent, Dartford | 257 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartford Service Station | 474 Princes Road, Dartford | 553 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 76 Colney Road, Dartford | 798 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, 72 - 80 East Hill | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gateway Primary Academy MILESTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 367 yd |
| The Brent Primary School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 399 yd |
| Hesketh Park CANTERBURY CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 473 yd |
| The Leigh Academy GREEN STREET GREEN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 729 yd |
| Leigh City Tech College (Closed) Green Street Green Road | 742 yd | |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Dartford) GREEN STREET GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 803 yd |
| Dartford Stone Lodge Indoor Bowls & Social Club Ltd Cotton Lane | indoor bowls | 818 yd |
| Dartford Judo Club COTTON LANE | health and fitness suite | 825 yd |
| Princes Park Community Stadium Grassbanks | artificial grass pitch, golf, grass pitches, squash courts | 925 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Dartford) DARENTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,080 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 | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 110.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.