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About

Dartford is a district in Kent, located in South East England. It lies on the border of Greater London, making it a key commuter town. The area is known for its proximity to the River Darenth and the River Thames, which have shaped its history and development. Dartford Crossing, a major transport link, connects the district to Essex via the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge and tunnels.

The district features a mix of urban and green spaces, including Central Park and Dartford Heath. The town centre offers shopping and leisure facilities, while nearby Bluewater is one of the largest retail destinations in Europe. Dartford has historical landmarks like the medieval St Edmund’s Church and the Mick Jagger Centre, named after the Rolling Stones frontman who grew up in the area. The district is well-connected by rail and road, with frequent services to London and other parts of Kent.

Area overview

On average Dartford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 97 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dartford is £58,231 per year. There are 42 schools in Dartford: 29 primary (2 Outstanding and 22 Good) and 11 secondary (3 Outstanding and 8 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Dartford Population

116,753

Population density

1,605.3 per km²

Demographics

British

78,557

67.28%

African

9,812

8.4%

Other White

7,100

6.08%

Indian

5,123

4.39%

Other Asian

3,413

2.92%

Total population: 116,754

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

17,694

38.72%

Owns outright

12,302

26.92%

Private landlord or letting agency

7,617

16.67%

Social rents from council

4,274

9.35%

Other social rented

2,040

4.46%

Total households: 45,694

Property prices in Dartford

Based on 1,389 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Dartford area, with individual transactions ranging from £64,500 up to £2,150,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Dartford over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	176	£620,000	£418,750	£545,000	£742,500	£1,085,000
Flats	321	£240,000	£100,500	£192,643	£280,000	£330,000
Semi-Detached	402	£440,000	£320,250	£385,000	£495,000	£610,000
Terraced	490	£357,000	£256,350	£318,250	£410,000	£500,000

10 years median price trend in Dartford

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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