Postcode Analysis Tonbridge and Malling, South East

HIGH STREET, ME6 5AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, ME6 5AL.

check_circle Link copied to clipboard!
groups
Population

330

cake
Avg Age

38

payments
Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

work
Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

infoHow calculated?

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

lightbulb

Index Insight: ME6 5AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

shieldSafety
1/10
family_restroomFamily
3/10
favoriteHealth
3/10
workEmployment
2/10
diversity_3Diversity
6/10
paymentsAffluence
3/10
directions_transitTransit
6/10
homeHome Ownership
2/10
trending_upInvestment
5/10
psychology

Area Character

Social renting makes up 48% of tenure in ME6 5AL — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

home £209,250 median price shield Safety 1/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ME6 5AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.3km from Snodland in Snodland. Administratively it sits within Snodland East and Ham Hill ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, ME6 5AL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. 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. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 97 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £209k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME6 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00125725 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

mapGeographic Location

Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME6 5AL. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 4%
lightbulb

Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 223,500

4 sales · Mean £ 234,750

Flat

£ 145,000

16 sales · Mean £ 141,301

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

Crime around ME6 5AL is above average at 97 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 behaviour155
Violence and sexual offences117
Criminal damage and arson61
Shoplifting54
Drugs15

school Local Schools

P

Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes

Good219 pupils0.6 km
P

Snodland CofE Primary School

Good411 pupils0.7 km
P

St Katherine's School & Nursery

Requires Improvement562 pupils0.8 km
S

The Holmesdale School

Requires Improvement0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

shopping_bag

Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • BP Holborough SF Connect0.8 km
  • A 'n' D Bargain Food Store0.2 km
  • Billy's Bakehouse Ltd0.2 km
  • Morrisons Local0.2 km
  • Papermakers Arms O/L0.5 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Snodland Working Mens Club0.6 km
  • Dirty At The Monks Head0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Agra Tandoori0.3 km
  • Caterlink At Snodland Paper Mill0.3 km
  • Clementines0.3 km
  • Elior UK0.2 km
  • Mood Lift Cafe0.3 km
  • + 1 more
local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Group0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • A La Carte Spice0.3 km
  • Andrews Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.2 km
  • Dragon Boat0.3 km
  • Favorite Chicken \& Ribs0.3 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Snodland0.2 km
  • New Hythe2.0 km
  • Halling2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Railway Station0.1 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.1 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.2 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.2 km
  • Snodland Rail Station0.2 km