Marlowe Road is in Larkfield, Aylesford and in Tonbridge And Malling district. ME20 6TE is located in the Larkfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chatham and Aylesford. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marlowe Road, Larkfield, Aylesford, ME20 6TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME20 6TL, ME20 6TU, ME20 6TW, ME20 6TG, ME20 6UB, ME20 6TY, ME20 6UY, ME20 6UF, ME20 6UZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME20 6TE, 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 | 50.4% | 53.5% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 46.5% | -3.1% | 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 | 35.9% | 36.2% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 46.9% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 11.2% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (87.2%) 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 | 46.6% | 53.6% | 7.0% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 33.6% | -7.0% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.3% | 13.7% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 25.3% | 10.2% | -15.1% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 20.4% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.2% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.3% | 26.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 9.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 21.7% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.3% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.4% | 97.1% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97.7% | 95.6% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marlowe Road was 11.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.7% lower than the Birling, Leybourne & Ryarsh average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Marlowe Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Birling, Leybourne & Ryarsh and the 45th lowest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Marlowe Road, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2025-03-31 | £270,030 |
| 12 Marlowe Road, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-12-13 | £321,535 |
| 25 Marlowe Road, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £332,450 | 2024-09-26 | £330,102 |
| 9 Marlowe Road, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-06-28 | £328,353 |
| 14A Marlowe Road, Aylesford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-07-28 | £422,577 |
ME20 6TE 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunsford Primary School Swallow Road , Larkfield ME20 6PY | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Junior School Brookfield Junior School , Swallow Road ME20 6PY | 3out of 4 | 816 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Infant School Swallow Road , Larkfield ME20 6PY | 4out of 4 | 875 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leybourne, St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy Rectory Lane North , Leybourne ME19 5HD | 4out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James the Great Academy Chapman Way , ME19 6SD | 3out of 4 | 1,917 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | 1out of 4 | 1,758 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | - not rated | 1,805 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Malling School Beech Road , East Malling ME19 6DH | 2out of 4 | 2,274 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylesford School Teapot Lane , ME20 7JU | 2out of 4 | 2,470 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grow 19 LTD Wolfe Building , Malling Road ME6 5HS | - not rated | 1,805 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kent Health Needs Education Service 40 Teddington Drive , Leybourne ME19 5FF | 2out of 4 | 2,446 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refuel | Larkfield Leisure Centre, New Hythe Lane | 342 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco, Leybourne Way | 374 yd | |
| Cafe Plaza | 17 Martin Square, Larkfield | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larkfield And New Hythe Sports And Social Club | 251 New Hythe Lane, Larkfield | 316 yd | |
| Bricklayers Arms | 440 New Hythe Lane, Larkfield | 802 yd | |
| Monks Head | 44 New Hythe Lane, Larkfield | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly's Market | Tesco, Leybourne Way | 374 yd | |
| Spice House | Bricklayers Arms, 440 New Hythe Lane | 802 yd | |
| Best Wok | 25 Martin Square, Larkfield | 991 yd | |
| Traditional Fresh Fry | 52 Martin Square, Larkfield | 1,040 yd | |
| Larkfield Kebab \& Pizza | 48 Martin Square, Larkfield | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Inc Filling Station | Tesco, Leybourne Way | 374 yd | |
| Morrison Supermarket | Morrisons Supermarket, New Hythe Lane | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Larkfield Sports Club NEW HYTHE LANE | grass pitches | 270 yd |
| Larkfield Leisure Centre NEW HYTHE LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 342 yd |
| Larkfield Village Hall NEW HYTHE LANE | 448 yd | |
| Larkfield Playing Field NEW HYTHE LANE | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| Lunsford Primary School SWALLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| Brookfield Junior School SWALLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 728 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 44.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.