Evelyn Road is in Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME16 8BL is located in the Fant & Oakwood 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 Evelyn Road, Maidstone, ME16 8BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME16 8BJ, ME16 8JR, ME16 8BN, ME16 8BZ, ME16 8JW, ME16 8JN, ME16 8SA, ME16 8BH, ME16 8BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ME16 8BL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 49.7% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 51.8% | 50.3% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around ME16 8BL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.8% | 55.9% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.2% | 23.1% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -21.1% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 3.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 14.2% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 3.4% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.3% | 45.1% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 34.9% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 15.7% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.7% | 15.6% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 10.2% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 11.9% | -8.0% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.6% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 35.3% | 10.7% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 9.3% | 2.7% | -6.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 90.5% | 84% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 2.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 77.6% 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 | 82.8% | 77.6% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -5.6% |
| European Union | 11.8% | 14.2% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 8.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 5.1% | 3.3% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.4% | 78% | -3.4% | 83.2% | -5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 4.7% | 10% | 5.3% | 9.8% | 0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 4.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 3.7% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 4% | 0.4% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other EU countries | 5.2% | 1.5% | 3.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Evelyn Road was 120.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.8% higher than the Allington & Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Evelyn Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Allington & Bridge and the 103rd highest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Evelyn Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-03-27 | £283,150 |
| 12 Evelyn Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-07-06 | £307,480 |
| 16 Evelyn Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2022-05-12 | £315,263 |
| 9 Evelyn Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £286,000 | 2022-01-17 | £310,747 |
| 5 Evelyn Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2018-12-13 | £287,621 |
| Full-Time Employee | 131 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maidstone, St Michael's Church of England Junior School Douglas Road , ME16 8ER | 3out of 4 | 386 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 | 386 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Courtenay Primary School Eccleston Road , Tovil ME15 6QN | 2out of 4 | 927 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis' Catholic Primary School, Maidstone Queen's Road , ME16 0LB | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick House Primary School Leafy Lane , ME16 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine Academy Oakwood Road , ME16 8AE | 3out of 4 | 559 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Park Grammar School Oakwood Park , ME16 8AH | 3out of 4 | 621 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Simon Stock Catholic School Oakwood Park , ME16 0JP | 3out of 4 | 836 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone Grammar School for Girls Buckland Road , ME16 0SF | 4out of 4 | 1,269 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Maplesden Noakes School Buckland Road , ME16 0TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,297 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision 8 Bower Mount Road , ME16 8AU | 2out of 4 | 488 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus Heath Road , Linton ME17 4HT | - not rated | 713 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| MEPA Academy Limited 29 Earl Street , ME14 1PF | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bower Grove School Fant Lane , ME16 8NL | 3out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Five Acre Wood School Boughton Lane , ME15 9QF | 4out of 4 | 3,194 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter | The Methodist Church, Tonbridge Road | 143 yd | |
| Rianos | 33 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 278 yd | |
| Mughal Dynasty | 14 London Road, Maidstone | 582 yd | |
| The Gurkha Kitchen | Station Approach, Maidstone | 623 yd | |
| The Sandwich Bar | 3 Milton Street, Maidstone | 696 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| First And Last Maidstone Limited | 40 Bower Place, Maidstone | 110 yd | |
| Westborough Working Mens Club | 68 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 162 yd | |
| The White Horse | 46 London Road, Maidstone | 582 yd | |
| The Cellars Alehouse | The Old Brewery, Buckland Road | 628 yd | |
| The Walnut Tree | 234 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belash Tandoori | 73 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 91 yd | |
| M & S Fried Chicken & Pizza | M & S Chicken & Pizza, Bower Lodge | 146 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 52 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 195 yd | |
| Jade House | 46 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone | 195 yd | |
| Magic Wok Chinese Takeaway | 177 Upper Fant Road, Maidstone | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Unit 1A, Farleigh Hill Trading Estate | 927 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | St Peters Street, Maidstone | 992 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clare Park TONBRIDGE ROAD | tennis courts | 580 yd |
| Trugym Maidstone 1-2 1-2 THE BROADWAY | health and fitness suite | 687 yd |
| Archbishop Courtenay Primary School ECCLESTON ROAD | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| St Augustine Academy TONBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 694 yd |
| Oakwood Park Grammar School OAKWOOD PARK | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Maidstone) BARKER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 859 yd |
| Hillreed House (Closed) Hillreed House Hillreed House College Road | 972 yd | |
| St Simon Stock School OAKWOOD PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 997 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 | 116.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.