About Bluewater

Bluewater is a large retail and leisure complex located in Kent, England, within the DA9 postcode area. It is one of the largest shopping centres in the UK, featuring a wide range of high-street and designer stores, along with a cinema, restaurants, and a hotel. The site is easily accessible by road and rail, with direct train services from London to Bluewater station, making it a convenient destination for shoppers from across the south-east. The development includes extensive car parking and is situated near the M25 motorway, which aids in connectivity. The area around Bluewater has undergone significant transformation since its opening, with new residential and commercial developments emerging nearby. It remains a major retail hub in the region, attracting visitors from across England and beyond.

School Ratings in Bluewater

Bluewater is served by 151 schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Bluewater

Property prices average £395K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £212K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bluewater

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Bluewater, with 120 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bluewater

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bluewater falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bluewater

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bluewater, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,565 sales

Average Price £395K
£6K — £168M
Detached £514K 225
Semi £388K 397
Terraced £353K 766
Flat £212K 1,129

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

86 Primary
24 Secondary
41 Other
Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Knockhall Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Knockhall Children's Centre Good 0.9 miles Bean Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Leigh Academy Cherry Orchard Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles The Craylands School Primary Good 1.1 miles Swanscombe Children's Centre 1.3 miles Manor Community Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Fleetdown Primary Academy Primary 1.4 miles Stone Lodge School Secondary Good 1.4 miles Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet Secondary Good 1.5 miles The Brent Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bluewater IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bluewater in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
5,403 Children (0-15) 23%
15,425 Working Age 66%
3,331 Older (60+) 14%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bluewater 402 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bluewater is above the national average when measured per capita. Shoplifting dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

120 Shoplifting
107 Violence & Sexual Offences
36 Criminal Damage & Arson
33 Anti-Social Behaviour
32 Other Theft
16 Vehicle Crime
14 Burglary
14 Other Crime
11 Public Order
8 Drugs
5 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent Ebbsfleet
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stone Crossing Train Station 1.1 miles
Swanscombe Train Station 1.5 miles
Ebbsfleet International Train Station 1.8 miles
Northfleet Train Station 2 miles
Dartford Train Station 2.7 miles
Longfield Train Station 3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bean 0.6 miles Swanscombe 0.9 miles Knockhall 0.9 miles Stone 0.9 miles Stonewood 0.9 miles Fleet Downs 1.2 miles Greenhithe 1.2 miles Crossways 1.8 miles Lane End 1.8 miles Darenth 1.8 miles Betsham 1.8 miles Green Street Green 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Dartford
County Kent
Ward Stone Castle
Constituency Dartford
Parish Stone
Region South East

Streets in DA9 30 shown View all streets

A226 2 Abbey Road 1 Acacia Road 1 Admirals Walk 1 Alexander Road 1 Alkerden Lane 2 Argles Close 1 Ashmead Court 1 Austen Close 2 Barge Court 1 Barley Close 1 Barnfield Close 1 Bean Road 5 Beaton Close 1 Bere Close 1 Bevans Close 1 Birch Place 1 Bishops Court 1 Bluewater Parkway 1 Borland Close 1 Brambling Close 1 Branton Road 1 Breakneck Hill 1 Bridge View 1 Bullivant Close 1 Calcroft Avenue 2 Capability Way 2 Carlton Avenue 1 Carmichael Avenue 2 Castle Street 1

Postcodes in DA9 50 shown View all postcodes

DA9 9AA DA9 9AB DA9 9AE DA9 9AJ DA9 9AL DA9 9AN DA9 9AP DA9 9AQ DA9 9AR DA9 9AS DA9 9AT DA9 9AU DA9 9AW DA9 9AX DA9 9AY DA9 9BB DA9 9BE DA9 9BF DA9 9BG DA9 9BH DA9 9BJ DA9 9BL DA9 9BN DA9 9BP DA9 9BT DA9 9BW DA9 9BX DA9 9DA DA9 9DB DA9 9DD DA9 9DE DA9 9DF DA9 9DG DA9 9DH DA9 9DJ DA9 9DL DA9 9DN DA9 9DP DA9 9DQ DA9 9DR DA9 9DS DA9 9DT DA9 9DU DA9 9DW DA9 9DX DA9 9DY DA9 9DZ DA9 9EA DA9 9EB DA9 9EE