Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

ASH GROVE, ME16 0AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASH GROVE, ME16 0AD.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 56,300 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME16 0AD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ME16 0AD combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£438k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £438k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.

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

ME16 0AD is a sought-after residential area on Ash Grove, 1.4km from Cherry Orchard in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Allington ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.

For serious buyers, ME16 0AD is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £438k, up 4.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for ME16 0AD are sourced from Output Area E00123469 (shared with 7 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 ME16 0AD. The average age is 51.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.9%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean4.4%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 385,000

11 sales · Mean £ 369,090

Detached

£ 459,000

4 sales · Mean £ 441,000

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

ME16 0AD has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting22
Violence and sexual offences15
Anti-social behaviour12
Drugs6
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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Palace Wood Primary School

Good414 pupils0.1 km
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Allington Primary School

Outstanding466 pupils0.5 km
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St Francis' Catholic Primary School, Maidstone

Good418 pupils0.9 km
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The Maplesden Noakes School

Good1287 pupils1.1 km
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St Simon Stock Catholic School

Good1131 pupils1.1 km
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Brunswick House Primary School

Good418 pupils1.2 km
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Maidstone Grammar School for Girls

Outstanding1186 pupils1.3 km
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Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision

Good0 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • The Pippin0.9 km
  • Aunt Sally's0.4 km
  • St Nicholas Church Hall0.4 km
  • Thompsons Pie And Mash0.4 km
  • Tuesday Cafe0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.3 km
  • McColls0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Waitrose0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Humphrey's Of Allington0.4 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza0.4 km
  • Taksim Mezze And Grill0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Sir Thomas Wyatt Public House0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Barming1.1 km
  • Maidstone Barracks1.5 km
  • Maidstone East1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Maxwell Drive0.2 km
  • Howard Drive0.2 km
  • Howard Drive0.2 km
  • Maxwell Drive0.2 km
  • Conway Road0.2 km