Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

CHURCH ROAD, ME17 1AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH ROAD, ME17 1AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

523

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Avg Age

44

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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 1AP 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

A sought-after, premium postcode. ME17 1AP's low deprivation rank, 79% ownership, and £855k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £855k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

ME17 1AP is a safe, established residential area on Church Road, 0.5km from Harrietsham in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Harrietsham and Lenham ward and the Faversham and Mid Kent constituency.

For serious buyers, ME17 1AP is 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £855k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME17 1AP 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 1AP. 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

Semi-Detached

£ 740,000

2 sales · Mean £ 740,000

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

ME17 1AP has low crime rates — 31 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.

Shoplifting18
Violence and sexual offences15
Criminal damage and arson9
Anti-social behaviour7
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Harrietsham Church of England Primary School

Good267 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Harrietsham Social Club0.5 km
  • Percival's Rest0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.5 km
  • Mace Harrietsham Convenience Store0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Taste Of Bengal0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harrietsham0.5 km
  • Lenham2.2 km
  • Hollingbourne4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Chippendayle Drive0.3 km
  • Church Lane0.3 km
  • Church Lane0.3 km
  • Chippendayle Drive0.3 km