Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

LITTLE BUCKLAND AVENUE, ME16 0BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LITTLE BUCKLAND AVENUE, ME16 0BG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

345

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 54,900 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME16 0BG 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

ME16 0BG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £410k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 23.0% year-on-year.

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

ME16 0BG is a safe, established residential area on Little Buckland Avenue, 1.3km from Allington in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Bridge ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME16, ME16 0BG offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £410k, up 23.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME16 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00123557 (shared with 10 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 0BG. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.7%
Asian / British Asian4.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 410,000

16 sales · Mean £ 412,125

Detached

£ 415,000

1 sales · Mean £ 415,000

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

ME16 0BG has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences28
Shoplifting9
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson7
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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The Maplesden Noakes School

Good1287 pupils0.2 km
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Maidstone Grammar School for Girls

Outstanding1186 pupils0.4 km
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Brunswick House Primary School

Good418 pupils0.4 km
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Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision

Good0 pupils0.9 km
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Palace Wood Primary School

Good414 pupils0.9 km
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St Francis' Catholic Primary School, Maidstone

Good418 pupils1.1 km
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Allington Primary School

Outstanding466 pupils1.1 km
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North Borough Junior School

Good329 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Asda Living (Cafe)1.0 km
  • Demelza Trading Ltd0.8 km
  • Everest Cash And Carry0.9 km
  • Namaste Mini Market0.8 km
  • Oh Sugar Sugar0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Maidstone Snooker Club0.7 km
  • The Flower Pot0.8 km
  • Maidstone Bowls Club0.5 km
  • The White Horse1.0 km
  • Welcome Gym0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Riverside Bar And Cafe0.7 km
  • The Social Climber Cafe0.8 km
  • Aunt Sally's0.9 km
  • St Nicholas Church Hall0.6 km
  • Thompsons Pie And Mash0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.8 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Waitrose0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • BareGrill / The Mango Tree0.8 km
  • Jade Garden0.8 km
  • Ola Amigos Grill / Dessert King0.8 km
  • Wok U Like0.8 km
  • Fantastic Chicken / The Grill0.9 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maidstone Barracks0.7 km
  • Maidstone East1.0 km
  • Maidstone West1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Buckland Lane0.2 km
  • Buckland Lane0.2 km
  • London Road Retail Park0.3 km
  • London Road Retail Park0.3 km
  • Grace Avenue Bottom0.3 km