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About

Burnham ward occupies a central residential area within Dartford, characterised by a mix of housing types from inter-war semis to modern developments. The area is primarily residential, with local amenities clustered along main routes like Princes Road, serving the community's daily needs. Its layout includes numerous cul-de-sacs and quieter streets, creating a settled neighbourhood atmosphere away from the town's busier commercial core.

The ward is defined by its proximity to major transport corridors, including the nearby A2 road. A notable local feature is the presence of the River Darent, which flows along its eastern boundary, providing a linear green space. This area includes sections of the Darent Valley Path, offering accessible walking routes alongside the waterway through parts of the ward.

Area overview

On average Burnham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 119 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Burnham is £66,505 per year. There are 1 schools in Burnham: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Burnham is home to around 3,376 people, with a population density of about 4,756.9 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
119
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
8.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Burnham Population
3,376
Population density
4,756.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
43.84(+39%)
Shoplifting
34.06(+325%)
Anti-social behaviour
28.73(+148%)
Vehicle crime
14.51(+283%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.44(+93%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,647
48.8%
African
451
13.36%
Other White
387
11.47%
Indian
188
5.57%
Other Asian
183
5.42%
Total population: 3,375

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
910
35.88%
Level 3 (A level)
408
16.09%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
392
15.46%
No qualifications
390
15.38%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
249
9.82%
Total 16+ residents: 2,536

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
541
41.55%
Private landlord or letting agency
408
31.34%
Owns outright
217
16.67%
Other social rented
46
3.53%
Social rents from council
42
3.23%
Total households: 1,302

Property prices in Burnham

Based on 43 recent sales, the median property price is £360,000 in Burnham area, with individual transactions ranging from £167,500 up to £758,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Burnham in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Burnham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£636,500
Flats11£273,000
Semi-Detached4£380,000
Terraced26£371,250

10 years median price trend in Burnham

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Burnham.

All postcodes in Burnham

DA15AQ

Mayfair Road

DA12TG

Humber Road

DA15AR

Francis Road

DA12TJ

Kenwyn Road

DA15GQ

Eleanor Close

DA15GR

Cressener Place

DA15HP

Lagonda Way

DA12BN

Priory Road

DA15AW

Savoy Road

DA15EH

Arundel Road

DA15HL

Eton Way

DA12BU

Abbey Place

DA15FZ

Lawson Road

DA15BH

Eleanor Close

DA12FB

Creek Mill Way

DA15BN

Burnham

DA12BZ

Priory Road

DA15TR

Riverside Wharf

DA15AZ

Burnham Road

DA15AP

Grosvenor Crescent

DA12BS

Priory Road

DA15AS

Holmleigh Avenue

DA12BX

Priory Road

DA15BB

Shirley Close

DA15BF

Papermill Lane

DA15TN

Riverside Wharf

DA15TQ

Riverside Wharf

DA15BU

Sandpit Road

DA15BA

Burnham Crescent

DA15AX

Alan Close

DA15TS

Allium Rise

DA12TQ

Avonmouth Road

DA15AY

Burnham Road

DA15TL

Allium Rise

DA15BL

Burnham Road

DA15ED

Swan Business Park

DA15FH

Stanham Road

DA15AL

Burnham Road

DA15AG

Mayfair Road

DA12FA

Creek Mill Way

DA15BP

Lawson Road

DA15AF

Chatsworth Road

DA12TH

Kenwyn Road

DA15TP

Riverside Wharf

DA15AT

Chatsworth Road

DA12BT

Cairns Close

DA15AU

Burnham Road

DA15BJ

Lawson Gardens

DA15AN

Savoy Road

DA15TJ

Priory Road

DA15BW

Lawson Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.