ME18 5AU is a sought-after residential area on Malling Road, 0.1km from Teston in Teston. Administratively it sits within Barming and Teston ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME18, ME18 5AU offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 91% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £470k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for ME18 5AU are sourced from Output Area E00123489 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALLING ROAD, ME18 5AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALLING ROAD, ME18 5AU.
299
56
£ 47,300 /yr
39%
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
ME18 5AU is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 91% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £470k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME18 5AU. The average age is 56.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 430,000
3 sales · Mean £ 430,000
Detached
£ 625,000
2 sales · Mean £ 625,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME18 5AU has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wateringbury Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Farmers Farm Shop0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Teston Working Mens Club0.3 km
- The Teston Club0.4 km
- Pleasures In Kent0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Crown City0.4 km
- The Lodge Coffee Kiosk0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wateringbury1.4 km
- East Malling3.2 km
- East Farleigh3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Livesey Street0.2 km
- Livesey Street0.2 km
- The Street0.4 km
- The Street0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: ME185AU · Data under Open Government Licence