Honywood Road is in Lenham, Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME17 2HH 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 Honywood Road, Lenham, Maidstone, ME17 2HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME17 2HW, ME17 2HQ, ME17 2LD, ME17 2LE, ME17 2HN, ME17 2HG, ME17 2LJ, ME17 2LQ, ME17 2HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME17 2HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 50.2% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 53.1% | 49.8% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 31.3% | 36.5% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 43.3% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 8.6% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 50.5% | 46% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 38.9% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 11.1% | 3.0% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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 13.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 25.5% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 27.5% | 18.2% | -9.3% | 9.6% | 8.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 23.8% | 5.3% | 13.4% | 10.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 12.6% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -20.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.7% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 99% | 96.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.6% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Honywood Road was 127.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.6% higher than the Boxley Downs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Honywood Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Boxley Downs and the 97th highest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Honywood Road, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £307,920 | 2024-04-19 | £319,372 |
| 27 Honywood Road, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £171,065 | 2024-03-15 | £177,136 |
| 38 Honywood Road, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-10-19 | £397,927 |
| 57B Honywood Road, Maidstone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-02-07 | £149,405 |
| 57A Honywood Road, Maidstone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-02-07 | £149,405 |
ME17 2HH 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenham Primary School Ham Lane , Lenham ME17 2LL | 3out of 4 | 310 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Platts Heath Primary School Headcorn Road , Platts Heath ME17 2NH | 2out of 4 | 2,301 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrietsham Church of England Primary School West Street , Harrietsham ME17 1JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,533 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Egerton Church of England Primary School Stisted Way , Egerton TN27 9DR | 3out of 4 | 5,340 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 420 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Farm School Egerton Road , Charing Heath TN27 0AX | - not rated | 4,965 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chopsticks & Bowl | Chopsticks And Bowl, 19 High Street | 510 yd | |
| End Of The Rainbow Food Station | 7 Church Square, Lenham | 567 yd | |
| The Bow Window Cafe And Tearoom | Bow Window, The Square | 586 yd | |
| Cornerhouse Cafe | Corner House, The Square | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenham Social Club | High Street, Lenham | 224 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Red Lion, The Square | 586 yd | |
| The Dog And Bear Hotel | The Square, Lenham | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Square Fish Cafe | The Chequers Fish Bar, The Square | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | 8 Faversham Road, Lenham | 710 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Lenham School HAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 459 yd |
| William Pitt Field LODER CLOSE | grass pitches | 553 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 | 36.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 147.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.