Postcode report
DA5 2AB Area Guide - Schools, Crime & Living in Dartford
About DA5 2AB: area rating, property, schools and local change
DA5 2AB is a postcode in Maypole & Leyton Cross, Dartford, South East, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near DA5 2AB, then scores the surrounding small area 59/100 - top 41% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around DA5 2AB are local prosperity and schools and education, while property market signals 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 DA5 2AB is based on Dartford 010 Census 2021. It covers 7,089 residents, 1,360 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 46, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 86% owner-occupied, 8% privately rented, 5% 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 6/10.
For property prices near DA5 2AB, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the DA5 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £466k from 53 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near DA5 2AB can compare 4 state schools within one mile, including 3 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 3 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 DA5 2AB by category and map position. Crime pressure is running hotter than the previous month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around DA5 2AB is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 9 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 DA5 2AB
Is DA5 2AB a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 59/100 (top 41% 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 DA5 2AB?
Crime pressure is running hotter than the previous month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near DA5 2AB?
4 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 DA5 2AB?
LocaleIQ currently matches 3 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for DA5 2AB?
LocaleIQ matched DA5 2AB to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in DA5 2AB?
The latest median sold price is £466k based on 53 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around DA5 2AB?
LocaleIQ currently shows 9 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.