dartford DA17 Postcodes
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Dartford (DA17)
The DA17 postcode area is located in the Dartford postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 497 individual postcodes.
There are 3 electoral wards in the DA17 postcode area, including Belvedere, Bexley, Bexleyheath, Dartford, Erith, Gravesend, Greenhithe, Longfield, Sidcup, Swanscombe, Welling which come under the local authority of the Bexley Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 16% of people in DA17 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of DA17 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
DA17 is an urban postcode in the UK, located within the London Borough of Bexley in South East London. DA17 has an eclectic mix of residential, commercial and industrial districts, with most of the coverage being residential.
It is home to approximately 8,000 people as of mid-2018, making it a fairly busy area. Much of the area is popular with young professionals due to its easy commute to the city centre and affordable housing for first-time buyers.
The postcode area spans across three wards in the London Borough of Bexley and is divided into three postcode 'districts', all containing six postcodes in total. The largest of these districts is the Belvedere postcode district, which covers most of the postcode area.
The district has its own shopping centre, Belvedere Shopping Centre, with a number of popular high-street stores. There is also a range of smaller stores and eateries located a short distance away.
DA17 is also home to a number of small parks and gardens that host a range of flora and fauna.
Many of the roads in the area are narrow and residential, making them particularly attractive to families with young children. It is also a popular area for dog walkers.
Transport links in the DA17 postcode area are quite good, with routes leading to London and Kent. The nearest tube station is Abbey Wood, located on the London Crossrail line, which allows for easy access into Central London. Additionally, there are several bus routes serving the area and providing access to local amenities.
Historically, there are several listed buildings and sites to be found in the DA17 postcode area, ranging from churches, pubs, mills, and other houses of historic importance.
DA17 is an urban postcode area located within the London Borough of Bexley that offers a mix of residential, commercial and industrial districts, as well as some historic buildings. It is popular with young professionals and families due to its good transport links and access to amenities.
Demographics
Greater London
DA17 is located in the county of Greater London, in England.
Greater London has a total population of 8,778,500, making it the 1st largest county in the UK.
Greater London has a total area of 606 square miles, and a population density of 5594 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | DA17 |
| Postal Town | Dartford |
| MSOA Name | Bexley 003 |
| LSOA Name | Bexley 003C |
| County | Greater London |
| Region | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
DA17 Electoral Wards
The postal region of DA17, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.