Powell Close is in Aylesford and in Tonbridge And Malling district. ME20 7BW is located in the Aylesford North & North Downs 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 Powell Close, Aylesford, ME20 7BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME20 7BN, ME20 7BJ, ME20 7BD, ME20 7BS, ME20 7AU, ME20 7BP, ME20 7BQ, ME20 7BE, ME20 7BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME20 7BW, 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 | 51.4% | 53.5% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 46.5% | -2.1% | 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 | 28.7% | 33.8% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.2% | 31.3% | -8.9% | 44.2% | -12.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 18.2% | 18.2% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 9.1% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 13.1% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
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 | 43% | 45.4% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 32.2% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 17.2% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 23.4% | 21.7% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 12.6% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.2% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 17.2% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 24.2% | -7.4% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 94.7% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 91.2% | 90.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 4.4% | 3.9% | -0.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90% | 91.2% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 6.2% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 0.4% | -6.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Powell Close was 47.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.5% lower than the Aylesford North & North Downs average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Powell Close has the 34th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Aylesford North & North Downs and the 197th highest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Powell Close, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £313,000 | 2021-08-06 | £346,838 |
| 5 Powell Close, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-06-14 | £295,646 |
| 9 Powell Close, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2014-06-16 | £292,669 |
| 8 Powell Close, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2007-06-22 | £309,712 |
| 10 Powell Close, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £175,500 | 2006-11-10 | £329,565 |
ME20 7BW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ME20 7BW 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Mount Pleasant , ME20 7BE | 3out of 4 | 142 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Invicta Primary School At Aylesford Teapot Lane , ME20 7JU | 3out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary School, Eccles Eccles Row , Eccles ME20 7HS | 3out of 4 | 1,880 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allington Primary School Hildenborough Crescent , London Road ME16 0PG | 4out of 4 | 2,345 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ditton Infant School Pear Tree Avenue , Ditton ME20 6EB | 4out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aylesford School Teapot Lane , ME20 7JU | 2out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Maplesden Noakes School Buckland Road , ME16 0TJ | 3out of 4 | 3,629 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone Grammar School for Girls Buckland Road , ME16 0SF | 4out of 4 | 3,776 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Simon Stock Catholic School Oakwood Park , ME16 0JP | 3out of 4 | 4,035 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | 1out of 4 | 4,068 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 | 4,110 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision 8 Bower Mount Road , ME16 8AU | 2out of 4 | 4,166 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bower Grove School Fant Lane , ME16 8NL | 3out of 4 | 4,690 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| MEPA Academy Limited 29 Earl Street , ME14 1PF | - not rated | 4,698 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus Heath Road , Linton ME17 4HT | - not rated | 5,252 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bush | The Bush Inn, 17 Rochester Road | 100 yd | |
| Village Pantry | 2 - 4 Forstal Road, Aylesford | 176 yd | |
| Aylesford Football Club | Clive Evenden Pavillion, Forstal Road | 176 yd | |
| Leigh And Vic Sandwich Bar | 198 Forstal Road, Aylesford | 632 yd | |
| Partners Dining Room And Catering | Waitrose Distribution, Beddow Way | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aylesford Village Club | 57 Rochester Road, Aylesford | 100 yd | |
| The Little Gem | 19 High Street, Aylesford | 307 yd | |
| The Chequers Inn | The Chequers, 61 - 63 High Street | 425 yd | |
| St Peter \& St Paul's Community Hub | Brassey Community Centre, Station Road | 505 yd | |
| Aylesford RFC | Aylesford Rugby Club, Ferryfield, Hall Road | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melad Tandoori | Aylesford Rail Station, Station Road | 567 yd | |
| Yes Chef Boxes Limited | Unit 6, Aylesford Business Park | 842 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aylesford Recreation Ground FORSTAL ROAD | grass pitches | 90 yd |
| Ministry Of Muscle (Closed) Unit 7 Unit 7 Station Road | health and fitness suite | 514 yd |
| Ferryfield Recreation Ground MEDWAY COURT | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Aylesford Bulls Rfc FERRYFIELD FERRYFIELD HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 723 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 | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.