ME17 1DG is a mixed residential area on Chegworth Road, 0.6km from Chegworth in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Headcorn ward and the Faversham and Mid Kent constituency.
For families considering a move, ME17 1DG 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.
Census 2021 statistics for ME17 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00123695 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHEGWORTH ROAD, ME17 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHEGWORTH ROAD, ME17 1DG.
305
46
£ 51,900 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
ME17 1DG 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME17 1DG. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
school Local Schools
Harrietsham Church of England Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harrietsham1.9 km
- Hollingbourne3.4 km
- Lenham4.1 km
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Postcode Profile: ME171DG · Data under Open Government Licence