Preston Street is in Faversham and in Swale district. ME13 8PG is located in the Abbey 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 Preston Street, Faversham, ME13 8PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME13 8PQ, ME13 8PE, ME13 8PJ, ME13 8PB, ME13 8PL, ME13 8PA, ME13 8EA, ME13 8PH, ME13 8NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME13 8PG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 52.4% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 50.3% | 47.6% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.1% | 41.6% | -0.5% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.6% | 34.2% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -10.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 17.4% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.7% | 52.1% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 35% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 10.5% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 18.3% | 15.3% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.7% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 16.3% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 17.3% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.4% | 37.7% | 0.3% | 33.8% | 3.9% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.7% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 95% | 92.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 85.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 85.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 8.5% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.6% | 85.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 6.6% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 1.7% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| Turkey | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.3% | 37.2% | 16.1% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Preston Street was 650.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 375.8% higher than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Preston Street has the highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Abbey and the 8th highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 187.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 Preston Street, Faversham, Kent Other, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-04-07 | £386,551 |
| 56 Preston Street, Faversham, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £1,280,000 | 2019-10-18 | £1,513,565 |
| 66 Preston Street, Faversham, Kent Other, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-04-05 | £351,240 |
| Chase House, 55 Preston Street, Faversham, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £905,000 | 2018-05-24 | £1,092,433 |
| Caretakers Cottage Preston Street, Faversham, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £327,500 | 2017-04-18 | £420,036 |
ME13 8PG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
ME13 8PG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Education | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethelbert Road Primary School Ethelbert Road , ME13 8SQ | 4out of 4 | 536 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School Orchard Place , ME13 8AP | 4out of 4 | 641 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Davington Primary School Priory Row , Davington ME13 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ospringe Church of England Primary School Water Lane , Ospringe ME13 8TX | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bysing Wood Primary School Lower Road , ME13 7NU | - not rated | 1,390 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 748 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Abbey School London Road , ME13 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 825 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 | 3,085 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeung's Takeaway | 60 - 63 Preston Street, Faversham | 0 yd | |
| Jittermugs Coffee Shop | 18A Preston Street, Faversham | 105 yd | |
| Prince Of India | 70 Preston Street, Faversham | 106 yd | |
| Role Play Rascals | 44 Stone Street, Faversham | 113 yd | |
| Make Lunch: Faversham | Municipal Offices, Preston Street | 139 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Limes | 59 Preston Street, Faversham | 57 yd | |
| Railway Hotel | Preston Street, Faversham | 63 yd | |
| Leading Light | 20-22 Preston Street, Faversham | 105 yd | |
| Old Wine Vaults | The Old Wine Vaults, 75 Preston Street | 142 yd | |
| Faversham Club | Gatefield Lane, Faversham | 169 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chef China | 26 Preston Street, Faversham | 32 yd | |
| Gaslight Fish Bar | 35 Preston Street, Faversham | 32 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 - 2 Limes Place, Preston Street | 35 yd | |
| Faversham Kebab House | 64-65 Preston Street, Faversham | 38 yd | |
| Ossies Fish Bar | 2 Preston Street, Faversham | 217 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poundland | 72 Preston Street, Faversham | 115 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores, Crescent Road | 401 yd | |
| Davington Stores | 2 Priory Row, Faversham | 882 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Faversham Swimming Pools CROSS LANE | swimming pool | 219 yd |
| Faversham Recreation Ground Park Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 414 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth'S Grammar School ABBEY PLACE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 699 yd |
| Faversham Community Gymnastic & Activity Centre 23A 23A WHITSTABLE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 705 yd |
| Davington Priory Cricket Club GREENWAY | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| The Abbey School LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 818 yd |
| Shepherd Neame Stadium Salters Lane | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| King Georges Playing Field LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 991 yd |
| Faversham Cricket Club MACKNADE CRICKET GROUND MACKNADE CRICKET GROUND SELLING ROAD | grass pitches | 1,091 yd |
| Davington Primary School PRIORY ROW | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,092 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 | 64.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 52.9% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.