Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

ME14 1FR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ME14 1FR.

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Population

350

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 47,800 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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1/10
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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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Area Character

ME14 1FR has a significant social housing presence — 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ME14 1FR is a safe, established residential area located 0.9km from Maidstone in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within North ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, ME14 1FR is a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a business parks zone — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 35) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for ME14 1FR are sourced from Output Area E00186781 (shared with 719 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME14 1FR. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British76.0%
Asian / British Asian10.6%
Black / African / Caribbean6.0%
Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

ME14 1FR has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences74
Anti-social behaviour68
Other theft26
Drugs24
Criminal damage and arson19

school Local Schools

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Maidstone Grammar School for Girls

Outstanding1186 pupils0.4 km
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The Maplesden Noakes School

Good1287 pupils0.6 km
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Brunswick House Primary School

Good418 pupils0.7 km
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North Borough Junior School

Good329 pupils0.7 km
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St Paul's Infant School

Good254 pupils0.7 km
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Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision

Good0 pupils1.1 km
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Valley Invicta Primary School At East Borough

Good470 pupils1.3 km
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St Michael's Church of England Infant School Maidstone

Outstanding120 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

95 nearby
  • The Old Boat Cafe0.7 km
  • La Taberna (Ground Floor)0.7 km
  • Riverside Bar And Cafe0.2 km
  • The Social Climber Cafe0.4 km
  • Travelodge Hotels Ltd0.9 km
  • + 90 more
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Retailers - Other

52 nearby
  • Asda Living (Cafe)0.7 km
  • Belal Halal Butcher0.9 km
  • Demelza Trading Ltd0.2 km
  • Everest Cash And Carry0.1 km
  • Namaste Mini Market0.1 km
  • + 47 more
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Pub, NightClub

26 nearby
  • Drakes Cork And Cask/Edi's Diner0.7 km
  • Maidstone Snooker Club0.4 km
  • Society Rooms0.4 km
  • The Muggleton Inn0.8 km
  • Civil Service Sports And Social Club0.9 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.5 km
  • London Cash And Carry0.4 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

23 nearby
  • BareGrill / The Mango Tree0.1 km
  • Jade Garden0.1 km
  • Ola Amigos Grill / Dessert King0.1 km
  • Wok U Like0.1 km
  • New China Town0.6 km
  • + 18 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maidstone East0.4 km
  • Maidstone Barracks0.4 km
  • Maidstone West1.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Kent History and Library Centre0.1 km
  • Kent History and Library Centre0.1 km
  • Gallagher Stadium0.2 km
  • Staceys Street0.2 km
  • Royal Mail Sorting Office0.2 km