Hill Crescent is in Lenham, Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME17 2PT 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 Hill Crescent, Lenham, Maidstone, ME17 2PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME17 2PU, ME17 2PN, ME17 2PR, ME17 2PS, ME17 2PW, ME17 2QR, ME17 2PF, ME17 2QP, ME17 2PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME17 2PT 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 | 53.3% | 50.2% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49.8% | 3.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of ME17 2PT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 30.7% | 25.4% | -5.3% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 51.7% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 8.1% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 7% | 8.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 44.9% | 43.2% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 35.1% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 19% | 14.7% | -4.3% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 | 30.7% | 24% | -6.7% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 12.9% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 15.9% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 14.6% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 24.5% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.2% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.5% | 96.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.2% | 13.5% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Crescent was 89.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.8% higher than the Boxley Downs average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Hill Crescent has the 14th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Boxley Downs and the 144th highest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Hill Crescent, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2013-08-05 | £365,396 |
| 8 Hill Crescent, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2007-11-16 | £287,199 |
| 1 Hill Crescent, Maidstone, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2005-11-28 | £352,350 |
ME17 2PT area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% 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.
ME17 2PT 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenham Primary School Ham Lane , Lenham ME17 2LL | 3out of 4 | 562 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Platts Heath Primary School Headcorn Road , Platts Heath ME17 2NH | 2out of 4 | 3,163 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrietsham Church of England Primary School West Street , Harrietsham ME17 1JZ | 3out of 4 | 4,153 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 | 564 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 | 4,832 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerhouse Cafe | Corner House, The Square | 273 yd | |
| The Bow Window Cafe And Tearoom | Bow Window, The Square | 310 yd | |
| End Of The Rainbow Food Station | 7 Church Square, Lenham | 376 yd | |
| Chopsticks & Bowl | Chopsticks And Bowl, 19 High Street | 406 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog And Bear Hotel | The Square, Lenham | 309 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Red Lion, The Square | 310 yd | |
| Lenham Social Club | High Street, Lenham | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Square Fish Cafe | The Chequers Fish Bar, The Square | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | 8 Faversham Road, Lenham | 167 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Lenham School HAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 679 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 74.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.