The Knole is in Faversham and in Swale district. ME13 7QG is located in the St Ann's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Faversham and Mid Kent. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Knole, Faversham, ME13 7QG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME13 7QD, ME13 7QQ, ME13 7SY, ME13 7QE, ME13 7QF, ME13 7SR, ME13 7QA, ME13 7SX, ME13 7SZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME13 7QG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 50.8% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.2% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of ME13 7QG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.3% | 25.2% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 58.1% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 13.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 4.5% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 10.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.7% | 44.1% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 36.3% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 14.1% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 24.9% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 10.7% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16.4% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 14.7% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 24.4% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 7.2% | 2.2% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 100% | 98% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 96.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.8% | 96.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Knole was 29.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.1% lower than the Priory average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Knole has the 6th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Priory and the 84th lowest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Knole, Faversham, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-02-26 | £352,697 |
| 25 The Knole, Faversham, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-05-17 | £315,842 |
| 19 The Knole, Faversham, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £362,000 | 2024-03-05 | £390,507 |
| 3 The Knole, Faversham, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-12-15 | £300,074 |
| 4 The Knole, Faversham, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-07-31 | £310,310 |
ME13 7QG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in ME13 7QG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bysing Wood Primary School Lower Road , ME13 7NU | - not rated | 410 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Davington Primary School Priory Row , Davington ME13 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 609 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethelbert Road Primary School Ethelbert Road , ME13 8SQ | 4out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ospringe Church of England Primary School Water Lane , Ospringe ME13 8TX | 3out of 4 | 1,189 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School Orchard Place , ME13 8AP | 4out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Abbey Place , ME13 7BQ | 4out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Abbey School London Road , ME13 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,589 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorenden Preparatory School Painters Forstal , Faversham ME13 0EN | - not rated | 3,062 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| ISP School Castlewood Farm , Conyer Road ME9 9EA | - not rated | 5,317 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Faversham Community Centre | Bysing Wood Road, Faversham | 474 yd | |
| Mrs Buckett's Pantry Vintage Tea Room | 88-90 West Street, Faversham | 605 yd | |
| Oare Gunpowder Works Country Park | Oare Gunpowder Works, Bysing Wood Road | 808 yd | |
| The Raj Limited Company | 105 - 106 West Street, Faversham | 862 yd | |
| Tides Cafe | Faversham Pools, Leslie Smith Drive | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull Inn | 1 Tanners Street, Faversham | 550 yd | |
| The Three Tuns | Three Tuns, Tanners Street | 577 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 10 West Street, Faversham | 883 yd | |
| Albion Taverna | Albion Tavern, Front Brents | 892 yd | |
| The Bear Inn | 3 Market Place, Faversham | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wall (China) Ltd | 98 West Street, Faversham | 605 yd | |
| Oceanic Fish Bar / Pizza Hot | 114 Lower Road, Faversham | 721 yd | |
| Ospringe Fish Bar | Fish And Chip Shop, Ospringe Road | 861 yd | |
| Creek Fish And Grill | The Corner Shop, Upper Brents | 915 yd | |
| Faversham Kebab House | 64-65 Preston Street, Faversham | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davington Stores | 2 Priory Row, Faversham | 485 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Superstore, Bysing Wood Road | 808 yd | |
| Poundland | 72 Preston Street, Faversham | 1,025 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores, Crescent Road | 1,060 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Davington Priory Cricket Club GREENWAY | grass pitches | 271 yd |
| Bysing Wood Primary School LOWER ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Davington Primary School PRIORY ROW | grass pitches, swimming pool | 534 yd |
| King Georges Playing Field LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 870 yd |
| Faversham Swimming Pools CROSS LANE | swimming pool | 909 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.