Postcode Analysis Tonbridge and Malling, South East

PADDLESWORTH ROAD, ME6 5DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PADDLESWORTH ROAD, ME6 5DP.

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Population

406

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME6 5DP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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4/10
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1/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ME6 5DP combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£775k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £775k 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

ME6 5DP is a safe, established residential area on Paddlesworth Road, 0.8km from Paddlesworth in Snodland. Administratively it sits within Snodland West and Holborough Lakes ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME6, ME6 5DP offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £775k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME6 5DP are sourced from Output Area E00167623 (shared with 13 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 5DP. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.9%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean6.6%
Other / Mixed7.6%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 775,000

1 sales · Mean £ 775,000

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

ME6 5DP has low crime rates — 27 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 behaviour28
Violence and sexual offences17
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Snodland CofE Primary School

Good411 pupils0.5 km
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St Katherine's School & Nursery

Requires Improvement562 pupils0.9 km
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Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes

Good219 pupils1.0 km
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The Holmesdale School

Requires Improvement1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Townsend Hook Bowls Club0.0 km
  • Dirty At The Monks Head0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Agra Tandoori0.9 km
  • Clementines0.8 km
  • Mood Lift Cafe0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • A 'n' D Bargain Food Store0.9 km
  • Billy's Bakehouse Ltd0.9 km
  • Morrisons Local0.9 km
  • Papermakers Arms O/L0.7 km
  • Payless Xtra0.4 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Group0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • A La Carte Spice0.8 km
  • Andrews Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Dragon Boat0.9 km
  • Favorite Chicken \& Ribs0.9 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Snodland1.3 km
  • Halling2.4 km
  • New Hythe2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Townsend Road0.2 km
  • Townsend Road0.2 km
  • Midsummer Road0.4 km
  • Midsummer Road0.4 km