Halden Close is in Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME15 8SX is located in the Senacre 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 Halden Close, Maidstone, ME15 8SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME15 8QT, ME15 8SY, ME15 8SU, ME15 8PU, ME15 8ST, ME15 8SR, ME15 8QF, ME15 8SW, ME15 8UJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME15 8SX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% 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 | 50.7% | 55.7% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 49.3% | 44.3% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -4.7% |
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 | 20% | 30.3% | 10.3% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 30.3% | -12.0% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 21.6% | 9.0% | 9.1% | 12.5% |
| Widowed | 20.6% | 13.5% | -7.1% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (60.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.9% | 28.7% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -19.7% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 31.7% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 25.4% | 21.3% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 9% | 13.4% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 9.4% |
| Very bad health | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 3.8% |
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 8SX this area, 40.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.4% | 40.3% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 22.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 11.3% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 11.8% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 16.1% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8% | 15.1% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
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 | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97% | 95.5% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97% 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% | 97% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 97% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 57.2% | 46.2% | 11.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Halden Close was 96.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.9% lower than the Park Wood & Mangravet average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Halden Close has the 17th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Park Wood & Mangravet and the 131st highest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Halden Close, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-06-07 | £328,753 |
| 1 Halden Close, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2020-11-02 | £219,332 |
| 10 Halden Close, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-10-03 | £299,089 |
| 6 Halden Close, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2017-09-05 | £294,173 |
| 2 Halden Close, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £219,000 | 2015-12-01 | £293,952 |
ME15 8SX 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 ME15 8SX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senacre Wood Primary School Graveney Road , Senacre ME15 8QQ | 3out of 4 | 46 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tree Tops Primary Academy Brishing Lane , Park Wood ME15 9EZ | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Molehill Primary Academy Hereford Road , ME15 7ND | 3out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields Community Primary School Oxford Road , Shepway ME15 8DF | 3out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holy Family Catholic Primary School Bicknor Road , Park Wood ME15 9PS | 2out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,971 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone Grammar School Barton Road , ME15 7BT | 3out of 4 | 2,896 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| School of Science and Technology Maidstone New Cut Road , ME14 5GQ | - not rated | 3,157 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Park School Huntsman Lane , ME14 5DT | 4out of 4 | 3,367 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Invicta Grammar School Huntsman Lane , ME14 5DS | 4out of 4 | 3,550 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five Acre Wood School Boughton Lane , ME15 9QF | 4out of 4 | 1,879 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus Heath Road , Linton ME17 4HT | - not rated | 3,980 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snowfields Academy Popesfield Way , ME14 5GA | - not rated | 4,032 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| MEPA Academy Limited 29 Earl Street , ME14 1PF | - not rated | 4,226 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Valence School North Street , Sutton Valence ME17 3HL | - not rated | 4,929 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Cafe Project | 46 Wallis Avenue, Maidstone | 980 yd | |
| Fusion Maidstone HLC Coffee Shop | Unit 2-3, Cobb Way | 1,012 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 1B, Longshaw Road | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tovil Scout Group | 405 Willington Street, Maidstone | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arda Kebab And Fish Bar | 3 Senacre Square, Maidstone | 227 yd | |
| Mandarin House | 1 Senacre Square, Maidstone | 227 yd | |
| Charlie's Chippy | Unit 1A, Longshaw Road | 983 yd | |
| Fat Dragon | Unit 1C, Longshaw Road | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 427 Willington Street, Maidstone | 313 yd | |
| Morrisons | W M Morrisons Supermarkets Plc, St Saviours Road | 982 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Senacre Wood Primary School GRAVENEY ROAD | grass pitches | 172 yd |
| Senacre Playing Fields TITCHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| Tree Tops Primary Academy BRISHING LANE | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Bearsted Fc Otham Sports Ground Otham Sports Ground Honey Lane | grass pitches | 877 yd |
| New Line Learning Academy (Senacre) (Closed) Sutton Road | grass pitches | 891 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 272.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.