Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

RUMSTEAD LANE, ME9 7RS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUMSTEAD LANE, ME9 7RS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-08 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

176

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 49,500 /yr

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Employed

53%

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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9/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. ME9 7RS's 60% ownership and 37-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

ME9 7RS is a safe, established residential area on Rumstead Lane, 1.3km from South Green in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within North Downs ward and the Faversham and Mid Kent constituency.

For families considering a move, ME9 7RS represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for ME9 7RS are sourced from Output Area E00123804 (shared with 16 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 ME9 7RS. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.9%
Asian / British Asian5.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.0%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

ME9 7RS has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hollingbourne4.8 km
  • Newington5.4 km
  • Bearsted5.5 km