Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

PALMAR ROAD, ME16 0DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PALMAR ROAD, ME16 0DN.

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Population

345

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 54,900 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME16 0DN 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates ME16 0DN — age 42, 92% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £448k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 34.1% year-on-year.

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

ME16 0DN is a safe, established residential area on Palmar Road, 1.2km from Allington in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Bridge ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME16, ME16 0DN offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 92% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £448k, down 34.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME16 0DN are sourced from Output Area E00123557 (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 ME16 0DN. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.7%
Asian / British Asian4.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 435,500

10 sales · Mean £ 444,650

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

ME16 0DN has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences29
Anti-social behaviour9
Shoplifting9
Criminal damage and arson7
Drugs5

school Local Schools

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The Maplesden Noakes School

Good1287 pupils0.4 km
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Maidstone Grammar School for Girls

Outstanding1186 pupils0.6 km
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Brunswick House Primary School

Good418 pupils0.6 km
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Palace Wood Primary School

Good414 pupils0.8 km
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Allington Primary School

Outstanding466 pupils0.9 km
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Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision

Good0 pupils1.0 km
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St Francis' Catholic Primary School, Maidstone

Good418 pupils1.1 km
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St Simon Stock Catholic School

Good1131 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Demelza Trading Ltd1.0 km
  • Oh Sugar Sugar0.8 km
  • Shell Service Station0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.9 km
  • McColls0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Maidstone Snooker Club0.9 km
  • The Flower Pot1.0 km
  • Maidstone Bowls Club0.7 km
  • Welcome Gym0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Riverside Bar And Cafe0.9 km
  • The Social Climber Cafe1.0 km
  • 14 Forty FM Services - Compass Group1.0 km
  • Aunt Sally's0.7 km
  • St Nicholas Church Hall0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Waitrose0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Humphrey's Of Allington0.7 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza0.7 km
  • Taksim Mezze And Grill0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maidstone Barracks0.9 km
  • Maidstone East1.2 km
  • Maidstone West1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Buckland Lane0.2 km
  • Buckland Lane0.2 km
  • Grace Avenue Bottom0.2 km
  • Grace Avenue Bottom0.2 km
  • Grace Avenue Tesco Express0.2 km