Hayle Mill Road is in Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME15 6DT is located in the Tovil electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Maidstone and The Weald. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hayle Mill Road, Maidstone, ME15 6DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME15 6DR, ME15 6DP, ME15 6DW, ME15 6JW, ME15 6DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME15 6DT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49% | 49.1% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 ME15 6DT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% 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 | 27.4% | 29.3% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 55.1% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 0.4% | -4.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 11.1% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 54.4% | 58% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 30.5% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 8.2% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 ME15 6DT this area, 6.2% 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 43.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 6.2% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 5.8% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 18.6% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 19.9% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.4% | 43.8% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 10.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0.4% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 97.3% | 91% | -6.3% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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% | 94.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hayle Mill Road was 47.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.4% higher than the Boughton Monchelsea & Chart Sutton average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Hayle Mill Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Boughton Monchelsea & Chart Sutton and the 228th lowest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hayle Mill Cottages Hayle Mill Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £382,500 | 2021-10-05 | £424,905 |
| 3 Hayle Mill Cottages Hayle Mill Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2021-02-05 | £369,850 |
| 3 Hayle Mill Cottages Hayle Mill Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2019-12-20 | £370,953 |
| 3 Hayle Mill Cottages Hayle Mill Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £219,000 | 2014-11-13 | £318,545 |
| 3 Hayle Mill Cottages Hayle Mill Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2011-10-07 | £342,660 |
ME15 6DT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
ME15 6DT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Courtenay Primary School Eccleston Road , Tovil ME15 6QN | 2out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Borough Primary School Stagshaw Close , Postley Road ME15 6TL | 3out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loose Primary School Loose Road , ME15 9UW | 4out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone, St Michael's Church of England Junior School Douglas Road , ME16 8ER | 3out of 4 | 1,527 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Infant School Maidstone Douglas Road , ME16 8ER | 4out of 4 | 1,527 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Line Learning Academy Boughton Lane , ME15 9QL | 2out of 4 | 1,550 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone Grammar School Barton Road , ME15 7BT | 3out of 4 | 1,688 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Oakwood Park Grammar School Oakwood Park , ME16 8AH | 3out of 4 | 2,080 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Augustine Academy Oakwood Road , ME16 8AE | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Simon Stock Catholic School Oakwood Park , ME16 0JP | 3out of 4 | 2,473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus Heath Road , Linton ME17 4HT | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Five Acre Wood School Boughton Lane , ME15 9QF | 4out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision 8 Bower Mount Road , ME16 8AU | 2out of 4 | 2,276 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| MEPA Academy Limited 29 Earl Street , ME14 1PF | - not rated | 2,313 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bower Grove School Fant Lane , ME16 8NL | 3out of 4 | 2,368 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maidstone YMCA | Ymca Sports Centre, Melrose Close | 766 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 6 Boughton Parade, Loose Road | 917 yd | |
| The Coffee Beam | Unit 2-4, Farleigh Hill Trading Estate | 963 yd | |
| Tovil Community Centre | Tovil Childrens House Ymca, Barfreston Close | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loose Bowls Club | 444-450 Loose Road, Maidstone | 860 yd | |
| Thyme 2 Dine Catering | Maidstone Masonic Centre, Courtenay Road | 914 yd | |
| The Swan Public House | 437 Loose Road, Maidstone | 959 yd | |
| The Royal Papermill | Royal Paper Mill, 39 Tovil Hill | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codfather | 61A Courtenay Road, Maidstone | 912 yd | |
| Premier Store / K's Chicken | 61 Courtenay Road, Maidstone | 912 yd | |
| Sun Kee | 3 Boughton Parade, Loose Road | 917 yd | |
| Pimmyz Pizza | 437 Loose Road, Maidstone | 959 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 3 Church Street, Tovil | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Farleigh Hill | 857 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit 1A, Farleigh Hill Trading Estate | 877 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 411 Loose Road, Maidstone | 968 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Fire And Rescue Service Headquarters FIRE STATION FIRE STATION THE GODLANDS | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Ymca Maidstone (Loose Sports And Community Centre) Melrose Close | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 691 yd |
| Ymca (Maidstone) (Closed) Melrose Close | grass pitches | 708 yd |
| South Park ENTERPRISE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,048 yd |
| Maidstone Hockey Club ARMSTRONG ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,068 yd |
| Bob Prowse Health Club ARMSTRONG HALL ARMSTRONG HALL ARMSTRONG ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,073 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.