ME5 is a postcode district in Tonbridge and Malling, South East, covering 987 active and 296 retired postcodes.
The largest share of ME5 (18%) is characterised by a settled suburban family area with high owner-occupation and stability, alongside a deprived but culturally rich area with significant ethnic diversity (12%). This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes ME5 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in ME5 are around £305k, down 8.6% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across ME5 at 248 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 40 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full ME5 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
ME5 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the ME5 postcode area.
52,024
40
£ 46,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 40, ME5 has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £305k. Property prices are trending down 8.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Horsted Infant School
Horsted Junior School
Tunbury Primary School
Swingate Primary School
St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Chatham Grammar
Walderslade Girls' School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Holiday Inn (Traders Bar And Grill)
- Bridgewood Manor Hotel
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Sherlodge Garage
- Shop \& Save Liquor Mart
- Local Mini Market
- Manak General Store
- MEDWAY FOOD CENTRE
- + 28 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Bluebells Catering And Tea Room
- Buckmore Park Karting Ltd
- Nutkins Tea Room At Squirrels Riding School
- Cornerstone Coffee Shop
- Mels Place
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Aldi
- Asda
- Co-Op
- Home Bargains
- Morrisons
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
26 nearby- A Taste Of India / Tandoori Grill
- Anchor Seafry Mishas Diner
- BBQ Grill
- Best Kebab
- Chan's Chinese Takeaway
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Lordswood Sports & Social Club
- Old Ash Tree
- Prince Park Pub
- The Constitution Castle
- The Oak
- + 4 more
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