Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

ASHFORD ROAD, ME17 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHFORD ROAD, ME17 1BL.

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 1BL 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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ME17 1BL combines high owner-occupation (79%), strong property values (£850k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £850k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

ME17 1BL is a safe, established residential area on Ashford Road, 1.3km from Harrietsham in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Harrietsham and Lenham ward and the Faversham and Mid Kent constituency.

For serious buyers, ME17 1BL is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £850k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME17 1BL 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 1BL. 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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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

Detached

£ 850,000

5 sales · Mean £ 824,000

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

ME17 1BL has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting4
Burglary3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Lenham Primary School

Good210 pupils1.2 km
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The Lenham School

Good732 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • BP Oil UK Limited0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lenham1.3 km
  • Harrietsham1.5 km
  • Hollingbourne5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Dickley Wood0.4 km
  • Dickley Wood0.5 km