ME16 0AD is a sought-after residential area on Ash Grove, 1.4km from Cherry Orchard in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Allington ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.
For serious buyers, ME16 0AD is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £438k, up 4.5% year-on-year. 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 ME16 0AD are sourced from Output Area E00123469 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASH GROVE, ME16 0AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASH GROVE, ME16 0AD.
300
51
£ 56,300 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME16 0AD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ME16 0AD combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£438k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £438k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME16 0AD. The average age is 51.1. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 385,000
11 sales · Mean £ 369,090
Detached
£ 459,000
4 sales · Mean £ 441,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME16 0AD has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Palace Wood Primary School
Allington Primary School
St Francis' Catholic Primary School, Maidstone
The Maplesden Noakes School
St Simon Stock Catholic School
Brunswick House Primary School
Maidstone Grammar School for Girls
Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- The Pippin0.9 km
- Aunt Sally's0.4 km
- St Nicholas Church Hall0.4 km
- Thompsons Pie And Mash0.4 km
- Tuesday Cafe0.4 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.3 km
- McColls0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
- Waitrose0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Humphrey's Of Allington0.4 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.4 km
- Taksim Mezze And Grill0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Sir Thomas Wyatt Public House0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barming1.1 km
- Maidstone Barracks1.5 km
- Maidstone East1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Maxwell Drive0.2 km
- Howard Drive0.2 km
- Howard Drive0.2 km
- Maxwell Drive0.2 km
- Conway Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ME160AD · Data under Open Government Licence