Postcode Analysis Tonbridge and Malling, South East

DELAMERE GARDENS, ME6 5BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DELAMERE GARDENS, ME6 5BQ.

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Population

373

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

ME6 5BQ is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

ME6 5BQ is a mixed residential area on Delamere Gardens, 0.3km from Snodland in Snodland. Administratively it sits within Snodland East and Ham Hill ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a manufacturing, energy and utilities zone — manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 81 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £285k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME6 5BQ are sourced from Output Area E00125723 (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 5BQ. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 250,000

11 sales · Mean £ 253,636

Semi-Detached

£ 365,000

3 sales · Mean £ 360,333

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

Crime around ME6 5BQ is moderate at 81 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 behaviour151
Violence and sexual offences106
Criminal damage and arson58
Shoplifting54
Vehicle crime16

school Local Schools

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Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes

Good219 pupils0.5 km
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Snodland CofE Primary School

Good411 pupils0.7 km
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St Katherine's School & Nursery

Requires Improvement562 pupils0.9 km
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The Holmesdale School

Requires Improvement0.9 km
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Halling Primary School

Good328 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • BP Holborough SF Connect0.7 km
  • A 'n' D Bargain Food Store0.2 km
  • Billy's Bakehouse Ltd0.2 km
  • Morrisons Local0.2 km
  • Papermakers Arms O/L0.4 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Snodland Working Mens Club0.5 km
  • Dirty At The Monks Head0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Agra Tandoori0.2 km
  • Caterlink At Snodland Paper Mill0.4 km
  • Clementines0.3 km
  • Elior UK0.3 km
  • Mood Lift Cafe0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Group0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • A La Carte Spice0.3 km
  • Andrews Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.2 km
  • Dragon Boat0.2 km
  • Favorite Chicken \& Ribs0.2 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Snodland0.2 km
  • New Hythe2.1 km
  • Halling2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Snodland Rail Station0.1 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.2 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.2 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.2 km