Is ME17 1AD a safe place to live?

Yes, ME17 1AD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 40 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in ME17 1AD?

The average property price in ME17 1AD is currently around £424k.

What is the population of ME17 1AD?

The population for the ME17 1AD area is approximately 523 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

CHIPPENDAYLE DRIVE, ME17 1AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHIPPENDAYLE DRIVE, ME17 1AD.

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Population

523

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME17 1AD 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.

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8/10

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9/10

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1/10

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5/10

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2/10

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8/10

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5/10

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7/10

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6/10

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Area Character

ME17 1AD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £424k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 3.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ME17 1AD is a safe, established residential area on Chippendayle Drive, 0.1km from Harrietsham in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Harrietsham and Lenham ward and the Faversham and Mid Kent constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME17, ME17 1AD offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 79% 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 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £424k, down 3.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME17 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00123663 (shared with 22 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 ME17 1AD. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%

Asian / British Asian2.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 412,500

22 sales · Mean £ 423,727

Semi-Detached

£ 370,000

3 sales · Mean £ 358,333

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

ME17 1AD has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences27

Shoplifting18

Anti-social behaviour17

Criminal damage and arson12

Vehicle crime6

school Local Schools

Harrietsham Church of England Primary School

Good267 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Parkwood Trout Farm1.0 km
Co-op0.2 km
Mace Harrietsham Convenience Store0.1 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Harrietsham Social Club0.2 km
Percival's Rest0.2 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Safe Hands Professional After School Childcare0.8 km
Taste Of Bengal0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Harrietsham0.3 km
Lenham2.4 km
Hollingbourne4.3 km

Bus Stops

Chippendayle Drive0.1 km
West Street0.2 km
West Street0.2 km
The Roebuck0.2 km
Chippendayle Drive0.2 km