Postcode Analysis Tonbridge and Malling, South East

FERNLEIGH RISE, ME20 6BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FERNLEIGH RISE, ME20 6BP.

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Population

363

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 51,100 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME20 6BP spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. £370k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 3.0% year-on-year.

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

ME20 6BP is a safe, established residential area on Fernleigh Rise, 0.3km from Larkfield in Larkfield. Administratively it sits within Ditton ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME20, ME20 6BP offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% 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: Average house prices are around £370k, up 3.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME20 6BP are sourced from Output Area E00167626 (shared with 9 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 ME20 6BP. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 357,500

12 sales · Mean £ 345,000

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

ME20 6BP has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour19
Violence and sexual offences15
Other theft5
Vehicle crime3
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Brookfield Infant School

Outstanding177 pupils0.5 km
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Lunsford Primary School

Good205 pupils0.5 km
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Brookfield Junior School

Good252 pupils0.5 km
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Ditton Church of England Junior School

Requires Improvement208 pupils0.7 km
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Ditton Infant School

Good170 pupils0.9 km
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Aylesford School

Good1.2 km
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Valley Invicta Primary School At Aylesford

Good383 pupils1.2 km
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St James the Great Academy

Good197 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Arthur's Family Butchers0.5 km
  • Esso Ditton0.3 km
  • Larkfield Community Church Foodbank0.5 km
  • McColls0.5 km
  • New Hythe Mini Market0.9 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hamlet Hotels Maidstone0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Larkfield And New Hythe Sports And Social Club0.7 km
  • Monks Head0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • A And D Fisheries0.3 km
  • Alim-Et0.5 km
  • Cafe Plaza0.6 km
  • K Sports Management0.6 km
  • Kathmandu Palace0.4 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl0.3 km
  • Morrison Supermarket0.5 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Best Wok0.6 km
  • Izaan's PFC Hut0.3 km
  • Larkfield Kebab \& Pizza0.5 km
  • Larkfield Tandoori0.5 km
  • Seasons Garden0.6 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Aylesford1.2 km
  • New Hythe1.3 km
  • East Malling1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Bell Lane0.2 km
  • Bell Lane0.2 km
  • Fire Station0.4 km
  • Fire Station0.4 km
  • Ditton Corner0.5 km