Postcode Analysis Tonbridge and Malling, South East

TOM JOYCE CLOSE, ME6 5BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOM JOYCE CLOSE, ME6 5BT.

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Population

361

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

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Employed

54%

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.

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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. ME6 5BT's 70% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £342k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 17.6% year-on-year.

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

ME6 5BT is a safe, established residential area on Tom Joyce Close, 0.4km from Ham Hill in Snodland. Administratively it sits within Snodland West and Holborough Lakes ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

For families considering a move, ME6 5BT represents a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £342k, down 17.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME6 5BT are sourced from Output Area E00125743 (shared with 11 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 ME6 5BT. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 290,000

5 sales · Mean £ 281,100

Detached

£ 442,500

2 sales · Mean £ 442,500

Terraced

£ 330,000

5 sales · Mean £ 301,000

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

ME6 5BT has low crime rates — 29 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 offences71
Anti-social behaviour30
Criminal damage and arson13
Other crime5
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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St Katherine's School & Nursery

Requires Improvement562 pupils0.1 km
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The Holmesdale School

Requires Improvement0.2 km
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Snodland CofE Primary School

Good411 pupils0.6 km
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Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes

Good219 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Townsend Hook Bowls Club1.0 km
  • Freemasons Arms0.5 km
  • Ham Hill Working Mens Club0.5 km
  • Dirty At The Monks Head0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Agra Tandoori0.9 km
  • Dementia Cafe0.6 km
  • Open Door Coffee Stop0.6 km
  • Servest Catering Ltd At Tesco Distribution0.4 km
  • Clementines0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Ham Hill Stores0.4 km
  • A 'n' D Bargain Food Store0.8 km
  • Billy's Bakehouse Ltd0.8 km
  • Morrisons Local0.8 km
  • Papermakers Arms O/L0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Group0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • A La Carte Spice0.8 km
  • Andrews Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Dragon Boat0.9 km
  • Favorite Chicken \& Ribs0.9 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Snodland1.2 km
  • New Hythe1.9 km
  • Halling3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • St Katherine's School0.2 km
  • St Katherine's School0.2 km
  • The Holmesdale School0.2 km
  • The Holmesdale School0.3 km
  • The Holmesdale School0.3 km