Postcode report
DA1 2LB Guide - Crime Rate, Schools & Area Review
About DA1 2LB: area rating, property, schools and local change
DA1 2LB is a postcode in Town, Dartford, South East, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near DA1 2LB, then scores the surrounding small area 42/100 - bottom 25% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around DA1 2LB are schools and education and jobs, while local prosperity is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for DA1 2LB is based on Dartford 009 Census 2021. It covers 6,733 residents, 4,375 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 37, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 51% owner-occupied, 14% privately rented, 35% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 2/10.
For property prices near DA1 2LB, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the DA1 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £360k from 84 rolling sales, down 2.7% month-on-month. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near DA1 2LB can compare 11 state schools within one mile, including 11 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 5 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near DA1 2LB by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around DA1 2LB is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 22 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about DA1 2LB
Is DA1 2LB a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 42/100 (bottom 25% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near DA1 2LB?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near DA1 2LB?
11 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near DA1 2LB?
LocaleIQ currently matches 5 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for DA1 2LB?
LocaleIQ matched DA1 2LB to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in DA1 2LB?
The latest median sold price is £360k based on 84 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around DA1 2LB?
LocaleIQ currently shows 22 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.