Cliff Hill is in Boughton Monchelsea, Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME17 4NW is located in the Boughton Monchelsea & Chart Sutton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Faversham and Mid Kent. This postcode has been in use since 1986-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cliff Hill, Boughton Monchelsea, Maidstone, ME17 4NW 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 ME17 4NW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 52.1% | 52% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 47.9% | 48% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 4NW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.3% 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 | 20.7% | 26.5% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 55.3% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 11.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 11.3% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 4% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 (88.3%) 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 | 49.1% | 55.7% | 6.6% | 48.4% | 7.3% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 32.6% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 10.1% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 4NW this area, 9.5% 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 | 18.8% | 9.5% | -9.3% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 7.6% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 17.4% | 5.1% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 7.2% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 21.1% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 33.2% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.2% | 94.1% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 89.1% 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 | 96.1% | 89.1% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 5.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 89.5% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.2% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.3% | 13.5% | -9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cliff Hill was 40.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.1% lower than the Boughton Monchelsea & Chart Sutton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cliff Hill has the 12th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Boughton Monchelsea & Chart Sutton and the 189th lowest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Poppies Cliff Hill, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2008-05-13 | £645,220 |
ME17 4NW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 4NW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 113 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Wood Infant and Nursery School Furfield Close , Park Wood ME15 9JR | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Trees Community School Oaktree Avenue , ME15 9AX | - not rated | 1,135 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Academy Oaks Oak Tree Avenue , ME15 9AX | 4out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tiger Primary School Boughton Lane , ME15 9QL | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Academy Molehill Hereford Road , ME15 7ND | - not rated | 1,158 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senacre Technology College Sutton Road , ME15 9DT | - not rated | 923 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldborough Manor Community School Boughton Lane , Loose ME15 9QL | - not rated | 1,137 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Line Learning Academy Boughton Lane , ME15 9QL | - not rated | 1,137 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornwallis School Hubbards Lane , Linton ME17 4HX | - not rated | 1,971 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornwallis Academy Hubbards Lane , Linton ME17 4HX | 3out of 4 | 1,971 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five Acre Wood School Boughton Lane , ME15 9QF | 4out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Reach Education St Hilary's House , Reculver Walk ME15 8SW | - not rated | 1,840 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus Heath Road , Linton ME17 4HT | - not rated | 2,021 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunrise Independent School Sutton Road , Langley ME17 3ND | - not rated | 3,178 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Isp Maidstone Melville Road , ME15 7UT | - not rated | 3,423 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ess Support Services | Kent Police Training Centre, Coverdale Avenue | 377 yd | |
| Life Cafe Project | 46 Wallis Avenue, Maidstone | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Express | 130 Sutton Road, Maidstone | 1,090 yd | |
| Zara Fish And Chippy | 130 Sutton Road, Maidstone | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | W M Morrisons Supermarkets Plc, St Saviours Road | 889 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Line Learning Academy BOUGHTON LANE | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| New Line Learning Academy (Senacre) (Closed) Sutton Road | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Kent Police Fhq KENT POLICE HEADQUARTERS KENT POLICE HEADQUARTERS SUTTON ROAD | grass pitches | 977 yd |
| Mangravet Playing Fields Camp Way | grass pitches | 1,083 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.