DA2 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 504 postcodes across 3 sectors in Dartford.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
71%
Superfast
96%
Postcodes
504
DA2 in Dartford covers 504 postcodes and sits at a mid-tier broadband band for the outward code range, with gigabit reaching 70.5% and a material 25.5% occupying mid-range speeds.
Broadband speeds in DA2
Share of DA2 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 504 postcodes in the district.
Superfast broadband is available to 96.1% of DA2 postcodes, but gigabit penetration drops sharply to 70.5%, indicating cable deployment is selective or incomplete. The speed split is telling: 70.6% enjoy 300 Mbps or above, but 25.5% sit in the 30-300 Mbps band, a significant mid-tier population. Below-10 Mbps postcodes number 1.2%, and below-USO postcodes 0.2%, both small but measurable. This outward is a mixed broadband environment where outcomes depend heavily on individual postcode. The 25.5% mid-speed tier reflects properties served by cable networks during earlier rollout phases or areas where fibre deployment has been slower. For households in these postcodes, general use is fine, though bandwidth-intensive applications can experience congestion during peak hours.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations. Percentages are district-wide averages of postcode-level availability, so rows may not sum to exactly 100%.
Connectivity in detail
Below 10 Mbps USO
<1%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
DA2 splits into 3 postcode sectors. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DA2 6 | 222 | 99% | 0% | 80% |
| DA2 7 | 226 | 96% | 0% | 64% |
| DA2 8 | 56 | 85% | 0% | 60% |
All DA2 6 postcodes (222)
All DA2 7 postcodes (226)
All DA2 8 postcodes (56)
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Living in Dartford
Unlike the uniformly gigabit-rich Bexley outwards, DA2 requires householders to verify their specific postcode before deciding on remote work viability or gaming performance.
Remote worker score
54/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
50/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
DA2 broadband FAQs
Is DA2 good for remote work?
It depends on your postcode. Seven out of ten postcodes offer gigabit speeds, which is ample. The remaining 30% usually still reach superfast (30 Mbps), sufficient for video calls unless other uses demand high upload speeds.
Why is the gigabit rate so much lower in DA2 than DA15?
Cable and fibre rollout is uneven across Dartford. DA2 reflects areas where deployment has been partial or where geography complicates infrastructure. Gigabit-capable postcodes are scattered rather than universal.
What if my postcode isn't in the gigabit bracket?
About one quarter of DA2 postcodes sit at 30-300 Mbps (superfast). This still supports general household use, though high-bandwidth activities benefit from gigabit.
Should I check my specific address?
Yes. DA2's 70.5% gigabit rate means it's not guaranteed at your postcode. Most ISPs offer free speed checks specific to your code.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in DA2 has its own page with broadband speeds, house prices, school ratings and crime stats. You can also compare providers for your address.
Data sources: Broadband data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · House prices from HM Land Registry · Crime from Police.uk · See all data sources