Is ME17 1BY a safe place to live?

Yes, ME17 1BY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in ME17 1BY?

The average property price in ME17 1BY is currently around £1.5M.

What is the population of ME17 1BY?

The population for the ME17 1BY area is approximately 188 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

PILGRIMS LAKES, ME17 1BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PILGRIMS LAKES, ME17 1BY.

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Population

188

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME17 1BY 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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6/10

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8/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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8/10

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4/10

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8/10

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1/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. ME17 1BY's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £1.5M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.5M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ME17 1BY is a safe, established residential area on Pilgrims Lakes, 0.5km from Harrietsham in Lenham and Harrietsham. Administratively it sits within Harrietsham and Lenham ward and the Faversham and Mid Kent constituency.

For serious buyers, ME17 1BY is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 80% 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 £1.5M.

Census 2021 statistics for ME17 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00186770 (shared with 8 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 1BY. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.2%

Asian / British Asian4.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,465,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,465,000

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

ME17 1BY has low crime rates — 14 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 offences9

Anti-social behaviour7

Criminal damage and arson7

Vehicle crime2

Other theft1

school Local Schools

Harrietsham Church of England Primary School

Good267 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Harrietsham Social Club0.5 km
Percival's Rest0.5 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Co-op0.5 km
Mace Harrietsham Convenience Store0.5 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Taste Of Bengal0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Harrietsham0.5 km
Lenham2.3 km
Hollingbourne4.3 km

Bus Stops

Chippendayle Drive0.4 km
Chippendayle Drive0.4 km
Church Lane0.4 km
Church Lane0.4 km
Harrietsham Rail Station0.5 km