Lughorse Lane is in Yalding, Maidstone and in Maidstone district. ME18 6EQ is located in the Marden & Yalding electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Maidstone and The Weald. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lughorse Lane, Yalding, Maidstone, ME18 6EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME18 6EG, ME18 6EH, ME18 6JE, ME18 6JJ, ME18 6JF, ME18 6JB, ME18 6JD, ME18 6JG, ME18 6JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME18 6EQ is primarily male, with 53.8% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 46.2% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 50.5% | 53.8% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
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 | 28.4% | 28.9% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 48.5% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 13.8% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.2% | 42.7% | -5.5% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 32.3% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 17.3% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 ME18 6EQ this area, 28.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.2% | 28.7% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 11% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 16% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 19% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 18.6% | -4.6% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.5% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.1% | 94.7% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 94.8% | 96% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 96% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.3% | 76.7% | -8.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 29% | 13.5% | 15.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lughorse Lane was 54.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.8% lower than the Barming Heath & Teston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lughorse Lane has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Barming Heath & Teston and the 242nd highest crime rate of 511 local areas in Maidstone .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Lughorse Lane, Maidstone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-08-06 | £172,114 |
ME18 6EQ 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yalding, St Peter and St Paul Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Vicarage Road , Yalding ME18 6DP | 3out of 4 | 418 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunton Church of England Primary School Bishops Lane , Hunton ME15 0SJ | 3out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wateringbury Church of England Primary School 147 Bow Road , Wateringbury ME18 5EA | 3out of 4 | 2,717 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laddingford St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Darman Lane , Laddingford ME18 6BL | 3out of 4 | 3,211 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Peckham Primary School 130 Pound Road , East Peckham TN12 5LH | 3out of 4 | 4,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Helens Montessori School Lower Road , East Farleigh ME15 0JT | - not rated | 4,190 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quest School Bell 3 , The Hop Farm TN12 6PY | - not rated | 4,636 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Tearooms | 1 High Street, Yalding | 323 yd | |
| Emma's Kitchen At St Peter And St Paul C Of E Primary School | St Peter And St Paul C Of E Primary, Vicarage Road | 333 yd | |
| Yalding Village Club | High Street, Yalding | 398 yd | |
| Zarda Cottage Indian Cuisine | Swan House, High Street | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Walnut Tree | Yalding Hill, Yalding | 156 yd | |
| The George | Benover Road, Yalding | 743 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Kintons THE LODGE THE LODGE VICARAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 773 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.