Postcode Analysis Tonbridge and Malling, South East

BROOK STREET, ME6 5BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROOK STREET, ME6 5BB.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME6 5BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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Area Character

With 48% social renting, ME6 5BB is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

ME6 5BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brook Street, 0.4km from Snodland in Snodland. Administratively it sits within Snodland East and Ham Hill ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, ME6 5BB is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a business parks character: manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 79 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £240k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME6 5BB are sourced from Output Area E00125725 (shared with 10 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 ME6 5BB. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 265,500

1 sales · Mean £ 265,500

Flat

£ 215,000

1 sales · Mean £ 215,000

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

Crime around ME6 5BB is moderate at 79 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour147
Violence and sexual offences98
Shoplifting52
Criminal damage and arson51
Drugs13

school Local Schools

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The Holmesdale School

Requires Improvement0.8 km
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Snodland CofE Primary School

Good411 pupils0.8 km
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Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes

Good219 pupils0.8 km
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St Katherine's School & Nursery

Requires Improvement562 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • BP Holborough SF Connect1.0 km
  • A 'n' D Bargain Food Store0.3 km
  • Billy's Bakehouse Ltd0.3 km
  • Morrisons Local0.4 km
  • Papermakers Arms O/L0.6 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Snodland Working Mens Club0.8 km
  • Dirty At The Monks Head0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Agra Tandoori0.4 km
  • Caterlink At Snodland Paper Mill0.2 km
  • Clementines0.4 km
  • Elior UK0.2 km
  • Mood Lift Cafe0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Group0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • A La Carte Spice0.4 km
  • Andrews Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Dragon Boat0.4 km
  • Favorite Chicken \& Ribs0.4 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Snodland0.3 km
  • New Hythe1.9 km
  • Halling2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Railway Station0.2 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.2 km
  • Rocfort Road0.2 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.2 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.2 km