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.

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shield Crime Above England average (115 vs 88 per 1,000)

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

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
Westgate Primary School	Primary	Good	0.4 mi
St Albans Road Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Dartford	Primary	Good	0.4 mi
Dartford West Boys' School	Secondary	Not rated	0.5 mi
River Mill Primary School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
York Road Junior School and Language Unit	Primary	Not rated	0.5 mi
York Road Junior Academy	Primary	Not rated	0.5 mi
Dartford Grammar School	Secondary	Outstanding	0.6 mi
Leigh Academy Dartford	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
Dartford Grammar School for Girls	Secondary	Outstanding	0.6 mi
Temple Hill County Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Dartford	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
St Anselm's Catholic Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Temple Hill Community Primary and Nursery School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Temple Hill Primary Academy	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Temple Hill County Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
West Hill Primary Academy	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
West Hill Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
West Hill Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
West Hill Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Dartford Science & Technology College	Secondary	Good	0.7 mi
Oakfield Infant and Nursery School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Oakfield Primary Academy	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Oakfield Community Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Oakfield Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
The Leigh UTC	Secondary	Good	1.0 mi
The Gateway Primary Academy	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
The Gateway Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy	Secondary	Good	1.0 mi
Dartford Bridge Community Primary School	Primary	Good	1.2 mi

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