Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

ME17 1AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ME17 1AL.

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

523

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 49,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME17 1AL 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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8/10
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9/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME17 1AL spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

ME17 1AL is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Harrietsham in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Harrietsham and Lenham ward and the Faversham and Mid Kent constituency.

For families considering a move, ME17 1AL represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for ME17 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00123663 (shared with 22 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 ME17 1AL. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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

ME17 1AL has low crime rates — 39 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 offences28
Anti-social behaviour18
Shoplifting18
Criminal damage and arson12
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Harrietsham Church of England Primary School

Good267 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Harrietsham Social Club0.4 km
  • Percival's Rest0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Safe Hands Professional After School Childcare1.0 km
  • Taste Of Bengal0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.3 km
  • Mace Harrietsham Convenience Store0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harrietsham0.5 km
  • Lenham2.1 km
  • Hollingbourne4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Chippendayle Drive0.1 km
  • Chippendayle Drive0.2 km
  • Church Lane0.2 km
  • Church Lane0.3 km
  • West Street0.4 km