Martin Square is in Larkfield, Aylesford and in Tonbridge And Malling district. ME20 6QL is located in the Larkfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chatham and Aylesford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Martin Square, Larkfield, Aylesford, ME20 6QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME20 6QN, ME20 6QJ, ME20 6QQ, ME20 6PW, ME20 6QG, ME20 6PP, ME20 6PN, ME20 6RD, ME20 6LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME20 6QL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 50% | 53.5% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 50% | 46.5% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 | 35.3% | 32.4% | -2.9% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.5% | 33.5% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 3.5% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 15.9% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 14.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
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 | 44.8% | 38.6% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 37.2% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 15.2% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 1% | 6.1% | 5.1% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 ME20 6QL this area, 28.4% 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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.1% | 28.4% | 5.3% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 18.4% | 3.5% | 9.6% | 8.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 12.6% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.4% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 10.8% | -0.6% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 19.9% | -1.3% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 7.8% | 3.5% | -4.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 91.9% | 93.4% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 88% 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 | 90.6% | 88% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 4.9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 2.5% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 87.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 5.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Romania | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Martin Square was 287.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 716.0% higher than the Birling, Leybourne & Ryarsh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Martin Square has the highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Birling, Leybourne & Ryarsh and the 11th highest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 114.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Martin Square, Aylesford, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-05-24 | £169,825 |
| 19 Martin Square, Aylesford, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2004-07-28 | £191,923 |
| 19 Martin Square, Aylesford, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2003-08-22 | £163,378 |
ME20 6QL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ME20 6QL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield Infant School Swallow Road , Larkfield ME20 6PY | 4out of 4 | 129 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Junior School Brookfield Junior School , Swallow Road ME20 6PY | 3out of 4 | 217 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lunsford Primary School Swallow Road , Larkfield ME20 6PY | 3out of 4 | 223 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James the Great Academy Chapman Way , ME19 6SD | 3out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leybourne, St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy Rectory Lane North , Leybourne ME19 5HD | 4out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Malling School Beech Road , East Malling ME19 6DH | 2out of 4 | 1,331 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylesford School Teapot Lane , ME20 7JU | 2out of 4 | 1,967 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | 1out of 4 | 2,742 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | - not rated | 2,791 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Health Needs Education Service 40 Teddington Drive , Leybourne ME19 5FF | 2out of 4 | 2,640 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grow 19 LTD Wolfe Building , Malling Road ME6 5HS | - not rated | 2,791 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Plaza | 17 Martin Square, Larkfield | 6 yd | |
| Wealden Hall | 773 London Road, Larkfield | 339 yd | |
| Alim-Et | 751 - 757 London Road, Larkfield | 339 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | 716 London Road, Larkfield | 384 yd | |
| Subway | 708 - 710 London Road, Larkfield | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monks Head | 44 New Hythe Lane, Larkfield | 165 yd | |
| Larkfield And New Hythe Sports And Social Club | 251 New Hythe Lane, Larkfield | 743 yd | |
| Olympia Boxing CIC | St James The Great Academy, Chapman Way | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Wok | 25 Martin Square, Larkfield | 6 yd | |
| Traditional Fresh Fry | 52 Martin Square, Larkfield | 60 yd | |
| Larkfield Kebab \& Pizza | 48 Martin Square, Larkfield | 60 yd | |
| Larkfield Tandoori | 40 Martin Square, Larkfield | 60 yd | |
| Seasons Garden | 790 London Road, Larkfield | 208 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrison Supermarket | Morrisons Supermarket, New Hythe Lane | 115 yd | |
| Tesco | Esso Service Station, London Road | 210 yd | |
| Lidl | 675 London Road, Ditton | 551 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brookfield Junior School SWALLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 269 yd |
| Lunsford Primary School SWALLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 302 yd |
| Larkfield Playing Field NEW HYTHE LANE | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Larkfield Village Hall NEW HYTHE LANE | 704 yd | |
| Larkfield Sports Club NEW HYTHE LANE | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Bradbourne House (The Stables) BRADBOURNE HOUSE BRADBOURNE HOUSE | grass pitches | 853 yd |
| Larkfield Leisure Centre NEW HYTHE LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 955 yd |
| New Road Recreation Ground New Road | grass pitches | 1,066 yd |
| Ditton C Of E Junior School NEW ROAD | 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| 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.