West Street is in Harrietsham, Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME17 1JZ is located in the Harrietsham, Lenham & North Downs 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 West Street, Harrietsham, Maidstone, ME17 1JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME17 1FP, ME17 1FR, ME17 1FH, ME17 1FN, ME17 1FG, ME17 1FJ, ME17 1JP, ME17 1JU, ME17 1JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME17 1JZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 51.3% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50.5% | 48.7% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 21.4% | 26.9% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 50.2% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 11.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 7.3% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 46% | 51.3% | 5.3% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 33.3% | 3.2% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 9.3% | -8.3% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 4.5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 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 ME17 1JZ this area, 28.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.5% | 28.9% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 8.7% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 13.7% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 5.8% | -1.1% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 16.1% | 8.8% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 24.7% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| White | 99.3% | 94.5% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 95.8% | 97.1% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 97.1% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.7% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Street was 38.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.3% lower than the Boxley Downs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Street has the 16th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Boxley Downs and the 179th lowest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood House West Street, Maidstone, Kent Other, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2019-04-04 | £1,007,251 |
| The Pines West Street, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £584,000 | 2006-10-04 | £1,002,584 |
| Parkwood House West Street, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2003-08-14 | £1,106,680 |
| The Pines West Street, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 1995-09-22 | £800,432 |
ME17 1JZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
ME17 1JZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Self-Employed | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Looking after home or family | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrietsham Church of England Primary School West Street , Harrietsham ME17 1JZ | 3out of 4 | 59 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Primary School Cayser Drive , Kingswood ME17 3QF | 3out of 4 | 3,084 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Platts Heath Primary School Headcorn Road , Platts Heath ME17 2NH | 2out of 4 | 3,097 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingbourne Primary School Eyhorne Street , Hollingbourne ME17 1UA | 3out of 4 | 3,157 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lenham Primary School Ham Lane , Lenham ME17 2LL | 3out of 4 | 3,787 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lenham School Ham Lane , Lenham ME17 2LL | 1out of 4 | 3,636 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safe Hands Professional After School Childcare | Harrietsham Church Of England Prima, West Street | 2 yd | |
| Taste Of Bengal | Ashford Road, Harrietsham | 628 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percival's Rest | The Roebuck Inn, West Street | 590 yd | |
| Harrietsham Social Club | 34 West Street, Harrietsham | 594 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 | 7.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 7.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 7.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 7.7% |
| 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 | 15.4% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.