Area Guide – Dartford (DA)

Living in Dartford (DA)

Crime levels in Dartford (DA) are above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, multiple rail stations serve the area, parts of the area fall within higher flood-risk zones — individual street checks are recommended. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Dartford (DA)

Is Dartford (DA) a good place to live?

Dartford (DA) has crime levels above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and rail stations serving the area.

Are there good schools in Dartford (DA)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 2 Outstanding, 12 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Dartford (DA)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

bar_chart Key Indicators

shield Crime Above England average (104 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 2 Outstanding, 12 Good (Ofsted)

directions_railway Transport 3 rail stations within 2 miles of the area centre

Station	Distance
Dartford Rail Station	0.1 mi
Crayford Rail Station	1.7 mi
Slade Green Rail Station	1.9 mi

water Flood risk Parts of the area fall within higher flood-risk zones — check the flood map for your specific street

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 8.3 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 19 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
HORSMAN'S PLACE SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
LOWFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
THE WELLCOME PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
THE ORCHARD PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
THE ORCHARD PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
THE WELLCOME PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
REDWOOD PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
TEMPLE HILL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
TEMPLE HILL SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
M D MOORE PHARMACY	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
PILGRIMS WAY SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
DR CJ SHIMMINS & PARTNERS	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
TBC HEALTHCARE GREENWICH	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
TBC HEALTHCARE HERTFORDSHIRE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
TBC HEALTHCARE LTD K&M	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
CRAYFORD TOWN SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
BRACTON CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
WEST KENT AND MEDWAY BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
ELMDENE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
DARENT VALLEY HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	1.9 mi