About South Darenth

South Darenth is a village located in Kent, England, within the DA4 postcode area. It is situated near the River Darenth, which flows through the landscape, providing a natural feature for the area. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of modern homes and some older properties that reflect the local architecture. The village has a few local amenities, including a primary school and a couple of shops, catering to the daily needs of residents. South Darenth is also well-connected by road, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, appealing to those who appreciate rural life while still being close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in South Darenth

Families in South Darenth have access to 94 local schools. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in South Darenth

Homes sell for an average of £420K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £357K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in South Darenth

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across South Darenth, with 5 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in South Darenth

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places South Darenth around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in South Darenth

Broadband services in South Darenth range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,448 sales

Average Price £420K
£6K — £2.35M
Detached £786K 271
Semi £423K 361
Terraced £357K 389
Flat £219K 380

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

57 Primary
15 Secondary
22 Other
Horton Kirby Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Greenlands at Darenth Children's Centre Good 1.1 miles Greenlands Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Fleetdown Primary Academy Primary 2.2 miles Bean Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Steephill School 2.3 miles St Pauls' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy Secondary Good 2.4 miles Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy 2.6 miles Oakfield Children's Centre 2.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in South Darenth IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in South Darenth are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
5/10
2,795 Children (0-15) 19%
8,796 Working Age 59%
4,123 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.9% 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 South Darenth 36 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in South Darenth are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

14 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
3 Shoplifting
1 Burglary
1 Public Order
Local Policing
Kent Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
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

Farningham Road Train Station 0.6 miles
Longfield Train Station 2.3 miles
Dartford Train Station 3.4 miles
Eynsford Train Station 3.4 miles
Stone Crossing Train Station 3.4 miles
Swanscombe Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Horton Kirby 0.6 miles Sutton at Hone 0.9 miles Grubb Street 1.2 miles Lane End 1.2 miles Darenth 1.2 miles Green Street Green 1.4 miles Hawley 1.8 miles Clement Street 2 miles Wilmington 2.2 miles Farningham 2.2 miles Bean 2.2 miles Longfield 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Sevenoaks
County Kent
Ward Eynsford
Constituency Sevenoaks
Parish Eynsford
Region South East

Streets in DA4 30 shown View all streets

A225 1 Alban Crescent 1 Arnolds Lane 2 Axtane Close 1 Balmoral Road 2 Barfield 2 Barton Road 1 Beesfield Lane 4 Birch Close 1 Bower Lane 5 Broad Oak Close 1 Calfstock Lane 1 Canada Farm Road 1 Carleton Place 1 Castle Road 1 Cedar Drive 2 Chaplin Court 1 Church Road 1 Churchill Road 1 Coopers Close 1 Crockenhill Lane 1 Dairy Close 1 Darent Mead 1 Dartford Road 8 Devon Court 1 Devon Road 1 Donkey Lane 1 East Hill 3 Edwards Court 1 Eglantine Lane 1

Postcodes in DA4 50 shown View all postcodes

DA4 0AA DA4 0AB DA4 0AD DA4 0AE DA4 0AG DA4 0AH DA4 0AJ DA4 0AL DA4 0AN DA4 0AP DA4 0AQ DA4 0AR DA4 0AS DA4 0AT DA4 0AU DA4 0AW DA4 0AX DA4 0AY DA4 0AZ DA4 0BA DA4 0BB DA4 0BD DA4 0BE DA4 0BG DA4 0BH DA4 0BJ DA4 0BL DA4 0BN DA4 0BP DA4 0BQ DA4 0BS DA4 0BW DA4 0BX DA4 0BY DA4 0BZ DA4 0DA DA4 0DB DA4 0DD DA4 0DE DA4 0DF DA4 0DG DA4 0DH DA4 0DJ DA4 0DN DA4 0DP DA4 0DQ DA4 0DS DA4 0DT DA4 0DU DA4 0DW