Area Overview for Brent Ward

Junction 2, M25 in Brent Ward
M25/A2 interchange at Darenth in Brent Ward
Darenth Road - end of public access in Brent Ward
A2 Dual Carriageway over Hawley Road in Brent Ward
River Darenth to Dartford in Brent Ward
Hawley Road, Dartford in Brent Ward
M25 London Orbital Motorway in Brent Ward
M25 Slip Road off the M25 London Orbital Motorway in Brent Ward
Track leading to Old Quarry Site in the Darent Valley in Brent Ward
Near the end of the M25 in Brent Ward
Grass field with path in Brent Ward
Darent Valley Path/track through grass field in Brent Ward
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Area Information

Living in Brent Ward means residing within a compact 2.4 km² district in the Dartford Borough of Kent. You will find yourself just a few miles from Dartford town centre, positioned centrally at coordinates near 51.434664, 0.235696. The area carries the DA1 postcode, with specific premises such as DA1 1FD falling directly within its bounds. Daily life here is defined by its high concentration of age-specific housing and historic architecture. You are surrounded by Grade II listed buildings, including 1 and 3 Overy Street and 11 and 13 Overy Street in New Town, Dartford. These recognised structures stand as tangible links to the past within a modern ward. The sheer size of the area suggests a self-contained community rather than a sprawling suburb. While the ward is small by metropolitan standards, its location grants access to wider infrastructure networks. The concentration of older residents shapes the local rhythm, creating a quiet, established atmosphere. When considering homes in Brent Ward, you are entering a space where historical significance meets current residential needs without the noise of rapid urban expansion.

Area Type
District Borough Unitary Ward
Area Size
2.4 km²
Population
Not available
Population Density
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Demographics

The community in Brent Ward is distinctly mature, with a median age sitting at 70 years. This figure indicates that you are looking at an area overwhelmingly populated by retirees. The household composition reflects this senior demographic,の結果 only 78% of residents own their homes outright. This ownership rate is significant, suggesting a stable population with long-term roots in the ward. The remaining 22% likely consists of tenants or individuals still paying mortgages, though the data categorisation confirms the high homeownership baseline. Specific details regarding ethnic groups, religious affiliations, and precise age breakdowns are not provided in the current dataset. However, the median age of 70 is a definitive fingerprint of the area. You can expect neighbours who share similar life stages and priorities. This age profile often translates to quieter streets and a slower pace compared to family-heavy suburbs. The lack of younger age range data reinforces the idea that this is not a family destination but a retirement haven. Living in Brent Ward means engaging with a population that has prioritised purchasing property late in life, resulting in a community built on stability and established routines.

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Tenure

78
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Household Composition

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Age

70
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Household Deprivation

N/A
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NS-SEC

34
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

Planning Constraints

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