Faesten Way is in Bexley and in Dartford district. DA5 2JB is located in the Joyden's Wood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dartford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Faesten Way, Bexley, DA5 2JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DA5 2JA, DA5 2JZ, DA5 2JD, DA5 2HX, DA5 2HZ, DA5 2JE, DA5 2JF, DA5 2JG, DA2 7NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DA5 2JB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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 | 51.9% | 54.5% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 45.5% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 | 24.8% | 31.7% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 49% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 6.9% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 11% | 12.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 43.6% | 51.6% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 34% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 10.7% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 25.5% | 17.6% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 9.7% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 18% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 4.8% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 19.4% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 28.7% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.7% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.1% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 98% | 86.1% | -11.9% | 81.4% | 4.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 93.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.9% | 93.9% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 93.7% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Hindu | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.6% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Faesten Way was 36.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.9% lower than the Joyden's Wood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Faesten Way has the 10th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Joyden's Wood and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 345 local areas in Dartford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Faesten Way, Bexley, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2025-08-22 | £496,296 |
| 25 Faesten Way, Bexley, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2025-03-14 | £425,880 |
| 55 Faesten Way, Bexley, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2025-02-03 | £513,096 |
| 7 Faesten Way, Bexley, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £407,000 | 2023-05-12 | £421,982 |
| 35B Faesten Way, Bexley, Kent Other, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2022-03-18 | £775,000 |
DA5 2JB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joydens Wood Infant School Park Way , DA5 2JD | - not rated | 139 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joydens Wood Infant School Park Way , DA5 2JD | 3out of 4 | 139 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joydens Wood Junior School Birchwood Drive , Wilmington DA2 7NE | - not rated | 161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joydens Wood Junior School Birchwood Drive , Wilmington DA2 7NE | - not rated | 161 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maypole Primary School Franklin Road , DA2 7UZ | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Enterprise College Common Lane , Wilmington DA2 7DR | - not rated | 1,243 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Academy Wilmington Common Lane , DA2 7DR | 4out of 4 | 1,243 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilmington Grammar School for Girls Parsons Lane , DA2 7BB | 3out of 4 | 1,343 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Wilmington Grammar School for Girls Wilmington Grange , Parsons Lane DA2 7BB | - not rated | 1,343 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Wilmington Grammar School for Boys Common Lane , Wilmington DA2 7DA | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kent College Oakfield Lane , DA1 2JT | - not rated | 2,041 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furness School Rowhill Road , Hextable BR8 7RP | - not rated | 1,716 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barn End Centre High Road , Wilmington DA2 7DP | - not rated | 1,994 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Kent Behaviour Service High Road , Wilmington DA2 7DP | - not rated | 2,088 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Annex School House Pembroke House , Leydenhatch Lane BR8 7PS | - not rated | 2,689 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone School 94 Old Road , DA1 4DZ | - not rated | 3,171 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reynolds Fitness Spa | The Chapel, Chapel Walk | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leyton Cross Social Club | 14 Tredegar Road, Wilmington | 885 yd | |
| Horse And Groom | 15 Leyton Cross Road, Wilmington | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahan Indian Takeaway | 70 Summerhouse Drive, Bexley | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Londis | Unit 2, Maplehurst Close | 769 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hayden Youth Association LEYTON CROSS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 393 yd |
| Reynolds Fitness - The Chapel THE CHAPEL THE CHAPEL CHAPEL WALK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 797 yd |
| Bexley Park Sports And Social Club CALVERT DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 822 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 | 49.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 195.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.