Roseacre Lane is in Bearsted, Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME14 4JG is located in the Bearsted & Downswood 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 Roseacre Lane, Bearsted, Maidstone, ME14 4JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME14 4LG, ME14 4LD, ME14 4QQ, ME14 4LE, ME14 4JU, ME14 4QE, ME14 4JT, ME14 4LB, ME14 4BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME14 4JG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.4% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.6% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 ME14 4JG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.2% 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 | 21% | 22.3% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 65.2% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 21.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7% | 5.3% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 4.2% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 (90.3%) 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 | 55.2% | 64.7% | 9.5% | 48.4% | 16.3% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 25.6% | -6.6% | 33.6% | -8.0% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 8.3% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1.1% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around ME14 4JG this area, 9.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.8% | 9.4% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 7.5% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 15.8% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 16.6% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.9% | 43.4% | 4.5% | 33.8% | 9.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 95.5% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 95.9% | 92.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.7% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 76.7% | 16.4% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.3% | 13.5% | -9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roseacre Lane was 15.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.6% lower than the Bearsted & Downswood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roseacre Lane has the 18th lowest crime rate of 108 local areas in Bearsted & Downswood and the 47th lowest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Roseacre Lane, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £915,000 | 2025-03-21 | £901,397 |
| 62 Roseacre Lane, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £721,500 | 2024-10-17 | £730,228 |
| 51 Roseacre Lane, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2022-03-01 | £804,123 |
| 59 Roseacre Lane, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £682,500 | 2021-09-30 | £752,947 |
| Sedgeley, 64 Roseacre Lane, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £717,065 | 2020-07-24 | £835,189 |
ME14 4JG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roseacre Junior School The Landway , Bearsted ME14 4BL | 4out of 4 | 169 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurnham Church of England Infant School The Landway , Bearsted ME14 4BL | 4out of 4 | 202 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bearsted Primary Academy Popesfield Way , Weavering ME14 5GA | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Madginford Primary School Egremont Road , Bearsted ME15 8LH | 3out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone, St John's Church of England Primary School Provender Way , Grove Green ME14 5TZ | 4out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of Science and Technology Maidstone New Cut Road , ME14 5GQ | - not rated | 1,896 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Park School Huntsman Lane , ME14 5DT | 4out of 4 | 2,323 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Invicta Grammar School Huntsman Lane , ME14 5DS | 4out of 4 | 2,536 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Maidstone Grammar School Barton Road , ME15 7BT | 3out of 4 | 3,134 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| New Line Learning Academy Boughton Lane , ME15 9QL | 2out of 4 | 4,134 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snowfields Academy Popesfield Way , ME14 5GA | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| MEPA Academy Limited 29 Earl Street , ME14 1PF | - not rated | 3,728 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Five Acre Wood School Boughton Lane , ME15 9QF | 4out of 4 | 4,037 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus Heath Road , Linton ME17 4HT | - not rated | 4,350 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision 8 Bower Mount Road , ME16 8AU | 2out of 4 | 4,872 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venues By Easydine | Bearsted Golf Club, Ware Street | 420 yd | |
| The Yeoman | The Kentish Yeoman Public House, 139 Ashford Road | 611 yd | |
| Delhi Spice UK Ltd | Delhi Spice Uk, 87 Ashford Road | 656 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 3-5 Yeoman Court, Ashford Road | 663 yd | |
| The Cavendish | 8 Cavendish Way, Bearsted | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Horse | The White Horse Inn, The Green | 540 yd | |
| The Rose Inn | Delhi Spice Uk, 87 Ashford Road | 656 yd | |
| Fish On The Green | The Green, Bearsted | 724 yd | |
| The Oak On The Green | The Street, Bearsted | 730 yd | |
| The Fox And Goose | Fox And Goose Inn, Weavering Street | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marino Fish Bar | 140B Ashford Road, Bearsted | 727 yd | |
| Yummy | Cavendish House, 6 Cavendish Way | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Bearsted Express, 143 Ashford Road | 807 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roseacre Junior School THE LANDWAY | grass pitches | 161 yd |
| Bearsted And Thurnham Lawn Tennis Club BEARSTED AND THURNHAM LAWN TENNIS CLUB BEARSTED AND THURNHAM LAWN TENNIS CLUB CHURCH LANDWAY | tennis courts | 626 yd |
| Bearsted Golf Club WARE STREET | golf | 673 yd |
| Bearsted Green THE GREEN | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Bearsted Woodlands Trust Church Landway | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Elizabeth Harvie Field CROSS KEYS | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Weavering Village Hall WEAVERING STREET | 973 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 | 97.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| 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 | 76.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.