Is ME17 1DD a safe place to live?

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

How much do houses cost in ME17 1DD?

The average property price in ME17 1DD is currently around £300k.

What is the population of ME17 1DD?

The population for the ME17 1DD area is approximately 305 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

CHEGWORTH ROAD, ME17 1DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHEGWORTH ROAD, ME17 1DD.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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4/10

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1/10

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7/10

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3/10

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7/10

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5/10

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Area Character

ME17 1DD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

ME17 1DD is a safe, established residential area on Chegworth Road, 0.1km from Chegworth in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Headcorn ward and the Faversham and Mid Kent constituency.

For families considering a move, ME17 1DD represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. 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 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME17 1DD are sourced from Output Area E00123695 (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 1DD. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 29%

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.

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home Property Prices by Type

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£ 300,000

1 sales · Mean £ 300,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

ME17 1DD has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Harrietsham Church of England Primary School

Good267 pupils1.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Harrietsham1.7 km
Hollingbourne2.9 km
Lenham4.2 km

Bus Stops

Chegworth Manor Farm0.1 km
Chegworth Manor Farm0.1 km
Chegworth Lane0.4 km
Chegworth Lane0.4 km