Wild Wood Close is in Kingswood, Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME17 3QE is located in the Leeds & Langley 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 Wild Wood Close, Kingswood, Maidstone, ME17 3QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME17 3QD, ME17 1LZ, ME17 3QQ, ME17 3QJ, ME17 3QW, ME17 3QG, ME17 3QF, ME17 3PX, ME17 3QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME17 3QE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.9% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.1% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 3QE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 72.2% 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 | 20.5% | 14.3% | -6.2% | 37.9% | -23.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.4% | 72.2% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 28.0% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 6.6% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 50% | 52.9% | 2.9% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 35.6% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 8.2% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 15.3% | 14.9% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 15.4% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 15.6% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 6.4% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 16.4% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 28.9% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97% | 98.2% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.6% | 97.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97.1% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 61.4% | 46.2% | 15.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wild Wood Close was 40.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.4% lower than the Bearsted & Downswood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wild Wood Close has the 52nd highest crime rate of 108 local areas in Bearsted & Downswood and the 194th lowest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.3%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Wild Wood Close, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2012-06-29 | £397,130 |
| 9 Wild Wood Close, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2011-01-21 | £374,757 |
| 1 Wild Wood Close, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2010-12-03 | £438,778 |
| 3 Wild Wood Close, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2010-02-05 | £472,924 |
| 13 Wild Wood Close, Maidstone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2009-06-19 | £356,376 |
ME17 3QE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ME17 3QE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Construction | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Primary School Cayser Drive , Kingswood ME17 3QF | 3out of 4 | 58 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ulcombe Church of England Primary School The Street , Ulcombe ME17 1DU | 3out of 4 | 2,140 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrietsham Church of England Primary School West Street , Harrietsham ME17 1JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,028 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds and Broomfield Church of England Primary School Lower Street , Leeds ME17 1RL | 3out of 4 | 3,296 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Valence Primary School North Street , Sutton Valence ME17 3HT | 3out of 4 | 3,697 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Valence School North Street , Sutton Valence ME17 3HL | - not rated | 3,511 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Kebab And Pizza | 58 Cayser Drive, Kingswood | 103 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Parish Recreation And Sports Field WILDWOOD CLOSE | grass pitches | 149 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 | 76 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.