Hazelwood Drive is in Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME16 0EA is located in the Palace Wood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Maidstone and The Weald. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hazelwood Drive, Maidstone, ME16 0EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME16 0DS, ME16 0UW, ME16 0XA, ME16 0EQ, ME16 0YG, ME16 0WQ, ME16 0NZ, ME16 0JX, ME16 0NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME16 0EA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% 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 | 53.9% | 54.8% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 46.1% | 45.2% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
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 ME16 0EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 18.3% | 22.4% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 61.8% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 6.7% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 5.1% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 48.8% | 49.3% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 34% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 13.9% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.3% | 13.1% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 13.9% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 15.5% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7.5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 15.5% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 32.1% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 90.8% | -8.9% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
In this area, 89.5% 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 | 96.6% | 89.5% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 5.1% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 96.6% | 89.8% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hazelwood Drive was 25.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.6% lower than the Allington & Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hazelwood Drive has the 17th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Allington & Bridge and the 96th lowest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Hazelwood Drive, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-12-19 | £425,857 |
| 33 Hazelwood Drive, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2022-01-28 | £613,846 |
| 9 Hazelwood Drive, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2021-12-20 | £517,013 |
| 31 Hazelwood Drive, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2019-11-22 | £596,859 |
| 30 Hazelwood Drive, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2019-11-18 | £631,293 |
ME16 0EA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
ME16 0EA 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis' Catholic Primary School, Maidstone Queen's Road , ME16 0LB | 3out of 4 | 546 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Palace Wood Primary School Ash Grove , Allington ME16 0AB | 3out of 4 | 885 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Borough Primary School Greenway , ME16 8TL | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allington Primary School Hildenborough Crescent , London Road ME16 0PG | 4out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick House Primary School Leafy Lane , ME16 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Simon Stock Catholic School Oakwood Park , ME16 0JP | 3out of 4 | 669 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine Academy Oakwood Road , ME16 8AE | 3out of 4 | 1,031 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Park Grammar School Oakwood Park , ME16 8AH | 3out of 4 | 1,049 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Maplesden Noakes School Buckland Road , ME16 0TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,563 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone Grammar School for Girls Buckland Road , ME16 0SF | 4out of 4 | 1,694 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bower Grove School Fant Lane , ME16 8NL | 3out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision 8 Bower Mount Road , ME16 8AU | 2out of 4 | 1,248 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus Heath Road , Linton ME17 4HT | - not rated | 2,200 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| MEPA Academy Limited 29 Earl Street , ME14 1PF | - not rated | 2,361 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helens Montessori School Lower Road , East Farleigh ME15 0JT | - not rated | 3,130 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISS Facility Services | Kent And Medway NHS And Social Care, Trevor Gibbens Unit | 532 yd | |
| Cafe @ Plus One | Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells Nhs T, Maidstone Hospital | 672 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane | 672 yd | |
| Deli Marche | Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells Nhs T, Maidstone Hospital | 672 yd | |
| St Nicholas Church Hall | Poplar Grove, Maidstone | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cherry Tree | 437 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 1,018 yd | |
| The Walnut Tree | 234 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 2, Hermitage Walk | 819 yd | |
| Barming Fish And Chips | 382 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 984 yd | |
| Maidstone Best Kebab | 255 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 998 yd | |
| Lotus House | 349 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 1,015 yd | |
| Taksim Mezze And Grill | 99 London Road, Maidstone | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 7, Hermitage Walk | 819 yd | |
| Tesco | 300 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 966 yd | |
| R & A Mini Supermarket | 378 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Simon Stock School OAKWOOD PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 507 yd |
| Giddyhorn Recreation Ground GIDDYHORN LANE PAVILION GIDDYHORN LANE PAVILION POPLAR GROVE | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Beechwood Community Hall MARIGOLD WAY | 832 yd | |
| St Augustine Academy TONBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 896 yd |
| Palace Wood Primary ASH GROVE | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Oakwood Park Grammar School OAKWOOD PARK | grass pitches | 929 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 215.61 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 215.61 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 44.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.