ME18 5BX is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km 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 5BX offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 88% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 5BX are sourced from Output Area E00123488 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ME18 5BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ME18 5BX.
332
53
£ 47,300 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME18 5BX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
ME18 5BX is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME18 5BX. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME18 5BX has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Farmers Farm Shop0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Teston Working Mens Club0.4 km
- The Teston Club0.3 km
- The Tickled Trout1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Crown City0.4 km
- The Lodge Coffee Kiosk0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wateringbury1.6 km
- East Farleigh2.8 km
- East Malling3.6 km
Bus Stops
- The Street0.3 km
- The Street0.3 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: ME185BX · Data under Open Government Licence