DA12 2LE postcode in Gravesend, Kent
DA12 2LE is a postcode in Gravesend, in the Denton ward of Gravesham. It is in the Gravesham parliamentary constituency and the Kent police force area, and has been in use since January 1980.
Where DA12 2LE is, and what is near it
- DA12 2LE
- Other postcodes in DA12 2: press one for its page
- 4 schools
- 2 railway stations
- 3 GP practices
- 3 bus stops
- Further out, with the distance
Points are centre points, not buildings, and nothing drawn is a boundary. Names in italics are council wards: we hold no town or village names here. Open this area on OpenStreetMap (latitude 51.4365, longitude 0.3952)
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026; schools: Department for Education; stations and bus stops: Department for Transport; GP practices: NHS England; street map: Ordnance Survey, OS Open Zoomstack, Open Government Licence v3.0, drawn with MapLibre. How we use them
Who looks after DA12 2LE?
- GraveshamDistrict council Gravesham: bins, council tax, planning
- KentCounty council Kent: schools, roads, care
- Council tax bandSet for each home, not for a postcode. The bands and a year's charge around DA12 2LE Check a council tax band on GOV.UK
- KentPolice force area
- GraveshamParliamentary constituency. Its MP is Dr Lauren Sullivan (Labour), as Parliament lists them. Contact Dr Lauren Sullivan
ONS places a whole postcode in one council, one ward and one constituency, from a single point. A few postcodes cross a boundary, so an address at the edge can belong to the one next door. Your council tax bill or your poll card settles it for your address.
Council, police force area and constituency: ONS Postcode Directory, August 2026. What each council does: GOV.UK. The MP: UK Parliament, read 14 October 2026.
What broadband can you get at DA12 2LE?
Every home and business at DA12 2LE can get gigabit broadband from a line, Ofcom says.
Gravesham: 83%
Gravesham: 98%
The line marks the figure across Gravesham.
Source: Ofcom, Connected Nations, Spring 2026, data for January 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
When are the bins collected at DA12 2LE?
Gravesham Borough Council gives bin days for each home rather than each postcode. BinDayBuddy finds yours from your house number, from the council's own system.
Find the bin days for your home on BinDayBuddySource: BinDayBuddy, built from councils' own collection systems and public data. BinDayBuddy is run by Towpath Digital, which also runs this site. How we use it
Is DA12 2LE at risk of flooding?
From rivers and the sea, long term
Very low riskThe Environment Agency counts 4 homes and businesses at DA12 2LE. 4 are in an area at very low risk of flooding from rivers or the sea.
High: 3.3% or more a year (1 in 30). Medium: 1% to 3.3% a year. Low: 0.1% to 1% a year. Very low: under 0.1% a year (1 in 1,000). Each band is the chance of flooding in any one year.
Rivers and the sea only, for the land around buildings, not each building. GOV.UK's checker answers for one address, surface water included.
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Rivers and Sea (postcodes in areas at risk), published 6 July 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
From surface water, across Gravesham
The Environment Agency publishes this for the whole council, not for DA12 2LE: 943 properties in Gravesham are at high risk (1.9% of all its properties). All the figures for Gravesham
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Surface Water, properties at risk by local authority, version 2025-09, listed 18 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Flood warnings
The centre of DA12 2LE is in 2 of the Environment Agency's flood warning areas. No warning or alert was in force for them at 06:15 on 22 October 2026.
- Gravesend and NorthfleetFlood warning areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: Gravesend and Northfleet
- Coast from Dartford to AllhallowsFlood alert areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: Coast from Dartford to Allhallows
Source: Environment Agency, flood warning areas read 17 October 2026; warnings in force checked at 06:15 on 22 October 2026, using Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta). Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use these
What do homes sell for near DA12 2LE?
Homes in DA12 2 sold for a typical £290,000 in the 12 months to August 2026, across 64 sales, up 1.8% on the 12 months before, HM Land Registry's figures show.
- 12 months to August 2025
- £285,000
- 12 months to August 2026
- £290,000
▲ up 1.8% on the 12 months before
Across the whole DA12 district: a typical £352,500 from 398 sales.
How we work this out: house prices by postcodeSource: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Homes sold in DA12 2LE
HM Land Registry records no standard sales of homes in DA12 2LE from January 2024 to August 2026. The prices above are for the homes around it.
Sales at market value to a private buyer; the latest months are not complete. Own or live in a home listed here and would rather it were not? Ask us to take it off.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
What council tax band are homes near DA12 2LE?
The Valuation Office Agency counts about 1,040 homes in the neighbourhood around DA12 2LE. The largest share of them, 47%, are in council tax band B. More were built from 1919 to 1939 than in any other period (34%). A home's own band is set for that home: check it on GOV.UK.
Council tax bands, and a year's council tax
Band D in Gravesham for 2026‑27: £2,408. For the bands the homes here are in, a year's council tax runs from £1,605 (band A) to £3,479 (band F); band B, the most common, is £1,873.
| Band | Homes around here | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Band A | about 60 (6%) | £1,605 |
| Band B | about 490 (47%) | £1,873 |
| Band C | about 210 (20%) | £2,141 |
| Band D | about 190 (18%) | £2,408 |
| Band E | about 80 (8%) | £2,943 |
| Band F | about 10 (1%) | £3,479 |
| Band G | fewer than 5 | £4,014 |
| Band H | fewer than 5 | £4,816 |
When the homes were built
- None Before 1900
- None 1900 to 1918
- 34% 1919 to 1939
- None 1945 to 1964
- 5% 1965 to 1982
- 16% 1983 to 1999
- 27% 2000 to 2009
- 18% 2010 to 2019
- None 2020 or later
Before 1900, 1900 to 1918, 1945 to 1964, 2020 or later: none of the homes the VOA counts here.
Averages for Gravesham before discounts, not any one home's bill.
Council tax: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027, Table 10, published 25 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Counts for the neighbourhood the centre of DA12 2LE is in (ONS area E01024294), rounded by the VOA.
Check one home's band on GOV.UKSource: Valuation Office Agency, Council Tax: stock of properties, at 31 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which schools are near DA12 2LE?
The nearest open schools to DA12 2LE, in a straight line. Distance is not a catchment.
Primary
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. Each school opens its own record there. How we use it
Where is the nearest station to DA12 2LE?
The nearest railway station to the centre of DA12 2LE is Gravesend Rail Station, 2.0 km away in a straight line.
- Gravesend Rail Station Railway station 2.0 kmCycle
- Tilbury Town Rail Station Railway station 4.0 kmCycle
Straight-line distances from the centre point, not routes. Walk: under 1.2 km. Cycle: 1.2 to 5 km. Drive: further.
3 bus stops within 400 metres, the nearest Damigos Road, 137 m away.
More stations near DA12 2LE, and how we find themSource: Department for Transport, NaPTAN, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which GP surgeries are near DA12 2LE?
The nearest GP practices to the centre of DA12 2LE, in a straight line. Each sets the area it takes patients from. In England, each opens its page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects and rates it.
- Rochester Road Surgery Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report September 2026 · Phone 01474 560346 350 mWalk
- Parrock Street Surgery Phone 01474 567888 1.7 kmCycle
- Gravesend Medical Centre Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report April 2025 · Phone 01474 534123 1.9 kmCycle
Source: NHS England, Organisation Data Service (GP practices), read 17 October 2026; ratings: Care Quality Commission, 1 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Where can I charge an electric car near DA12 2LE?
The nearest charging points to the centre of DA12 2LE, as OpenStreetMap had them on 20 October 2026:
- GeniePoint Charging point · 2 chargers 1.5 kmCycle
- BP Pulse Charging point · 4 chargers 1.7 kmCycle
OpenStreetMap is mapped by volunteers. It does not have every charger, and not every one it has gives its speed or plugs. Check a charger's own app before you set off.
See more chargers on Open Charge MapSource: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Which dentists are near DA12 2LE?
The nearest to the centre of DA12 2LE, in a straight line. Those in England open their page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects them. It gives few dentists a rating.
- Bespoke Dental Care 600 mWalk
- Gravesend Dental Clinic Phone 01474 333367 1.6 kmCycle
- Parrock Dental and Implant Centre Phone 01474 537191 1.7 kmCycle
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which hospitals are nearest to DA12 2LE?
The nearest NHS and private hospitals and clinics in England, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating. One in Wales or Scotland may be nearer.
- Thurrock Community Hospital Phone 01375 390044 7.6 kmDrive
- Thurrock Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) 7.6 kmDrive
Not every hospital has an accident and emergency department. In an emergency, call 999.
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which care homes are near DA12 2LE?
The nearest care homes to the centre of DA12 2LE, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating.
- Sheringham House Care Quality Commission rating: Requires improvement CQC report June 2023, over 3 years old · Phone 01474 329807 1.3 kmCycle
- Echo Square House Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report April 2018, over 3 years old · Phone 01474 558871 1.5 kmCycle
- Larchwood Grove Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report January 2018, over 3 years old · Phone 01474 355967 1.5 kmCycle
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which pharmacies are near DA12 2LE?
The nearest NHS pharmacies to the centre of DA12 2LE, in a straight line. Those in England show the opening hours they gave the NHS (list published July 2026) and open their page on the NHS website. A few work online or by post only: check before you go.
- Lion Pharmacy Mon to Fri 9am to 6pm; Sat 9am to 1pm; Sun closed 550 mWalk
- Nicholson & Keep Mon to Fri 9am to 1pm, 2pm to 6pm; Sat and Sun closed · Phone 01474 533047 1.1 kmWalk
- Kings Pharmacy Mon to Sat 9am to 9pm; Sun 7am to 5pm · Phone 01474 359559 1.8 kmCycle
Hours can change on bank holidays. For urgent help when a pharmacy is closed, call NHS 111.
Source: NHS Business Services Authority (phone numbers: NHS Organisation Data Service), Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which vets are near DA12 2LE?
The nearest vets to the centre of DA12 2LE on OpenStreetMap, in a straight line. Each opens its entry on the map, with its opening hours and website where they are mapped.
- Riverside Veterinary Clinic Phone +44 1375 373202 6.7 kmDrive
- Riverside Vets Wellness Hub Phone +44 1375 373202 6.7 kmDrive
- Park Vets 7.9 kmDrive
OpenStreetMap may not have every vet. Out of hours, ring your own vet’s number first: the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons says vets in practice must arrange round-the-clock emergency first aid and pain relief, themselves or through another service.
Source: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Is DA12 2LE in a conservation area?
The centre of DA12 2LE is not in any conservation area, listed building, tree preservation area, green belt or protected landscape that planning.data.gov.uk holds. Not every council has sent all its data, so check with the council before relying on it.
Source: planning.data.gov.uk, asked at the postcode's centre point. Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
How much crime is there near DA12 2LE?
Police.uk records 208 crimes and reports of anti-social behaviour within a mile of the centre of DA12 2LE in August 2026, the latest month it has published.
Also: burglary 5, shoplifting 3, drugs 3, robbery 2, other crime 2.
Police.uk places each report at a nearby point, so this is an area, not a street.
Your local policing team on Police.uk How we work this out: crime by postcode, with the last 12 monthsSource: data.police.uk, from its download of 30 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
The official record for DA12 2LE
- Ward
- Denton
- Parish
- Not in a parish
- Region
- South East
- Country
- England
- Built-up area
- Gravesend
- Rural or urban
- Urban, nearer to a major town or city
- In use since
- January 1980
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026. See all our data sources
Where to check what we do not hold
- Food hygiene ratings: Food hygiene ratings, from the Food Standards Agency
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