TN26 1AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Maidstone Road, 0.3km from Ram Lane in Ashford. Administratively it sits within Upper Weald ward and the Ashford constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Residents average 50 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for TN26 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00121800 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIDSTONE ROAD, TN26 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIDSTONE ROAD, TN26 1AR.
307
50
£ 45,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TN26 1AR is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN26 1AR. The average age is 50.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
TN26 1AR has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Hothfield Service Station0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Ashford North0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Woolpack Beefeater0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Yellow Fisherman0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Charing2.9 km
- Pluckley5.7 km
- Ashford International6.4 km
Bus Stops
- The Woolpack0.4 km
- The Woolpack0.4 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: TN261AR · Data under Open Government Licence