Perrymede Road is in Allington, Maidstone and in Tonbridge And Malling district. ME16 9FT 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 2018-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Perrymede Road, Allington, Maidstone, ME16 9FT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME16 9FT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 50.2% | 52.5% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 47.5% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 9FT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% 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 | 26.7% | 47.8% | 21.1% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 44.9% | -15.9% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 6.8% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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 (89.7%) 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 | 57.1% | 59.7% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 11.3% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 30% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 9.1% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 ME16 9FT this area, 6.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.8% | 6.2% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 6.2% | -11.9% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 16.7% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.7% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 23.9% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 40.7% | 13.1% | 33.8% | 6.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 3.1% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 91.1% | 85.4% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 4.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 93.7% | 85.9% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 4.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 6.5% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 85.3% | -8.4% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 10.2% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 4.2% | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Perrymede Road was 118.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.7% higher than the Allington & Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Perrymede Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Allington & Bridge and the 106th highest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Perrymede Road, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-05-17 | £207,224 |
| 1 Perrymede Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, a newly built property | £419,950 | 2018-12-19 | £493,006 |
| 2 Perrymede Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, a newly built property | £429,950 | 2018-11-26 | £494,792 |
| 3 Perrymede Road, Maidstone, Kent Detached, a newly built property | £362,450 | 2018-10-19 | £403,896 |
| 4 Perrymede Road, Maidstone, Kent Detached, a newly built property | £362,450 | 2018-10-05 | £403,896 |
ME16 9FT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 121 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Retired | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palace Wood Primary School Ash Grove , Allington ME16 0AB | 3out of 4 | 1,059 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis' Catholic Primary School, Maidstone Queen's Road , ME16 0LB | 3out of 4 | 1,256 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allington Primary School Hildenborough Crescent , London Road ME16 0PG | 4out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Borough Primary School Greenway , ME16 8TL | 3out of 4 | 1,481 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barming Primary School Belmont Close , Barming ME16 9DY | 3out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,381 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine Academy Oakwood Road , ME16 8AE | 3out of 4 | 1,733 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Park Grammar School Oakwood Park , ME16 8AH | 3out of 4 | 1,737 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Maplesden Noakes School Buckland Road , ME16 0TJ | 3out of 4 | 2,103 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone Grammar School for Girls Buckland Road , ME16 0SF | 4out of 4 | 2,255 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 | 1,686 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision 8 Bower Mount Road , ME16 8AU | 2out of 4 | 1,945 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus Heath Road , Linton ME17 4HT | - not rated | 2,917 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| MEPA Academy Limited 29 Earl Street , ME14 1PF | - not rated | 3,020 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helens Montessori School Lower Road , East Farleigh ME15 0JT | - not rated | 3,256 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodstock Cafe | The Hermitage, 400 Hermitage Lane | 386 yd | |
| Cafe @ Plus One | Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells Nhs T, Maidstone Hospital | 679 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane | 679 yd | |
| Deli Marche | Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells Nhs T, Maidstone Hospital | 679 yd | |
| ISS Facility Services | Kent And Medway NHS And Social Care, Trevor Gibbens Unit | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 2, Hermitage Walk | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 7, Hermitage Walk | 873 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Palace Wood Primary ASH GROVE | grass pitches | 978 yd |
| Beechwood Community Hall MARIGOLD WAY | 992 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 211 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.