Alma Road is in Eccles, Aylesford and in Tonbridge And Malling district. ME20 7HN 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 Alma Road, Eccles, Aylesford, ME20 7HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME20 7SN, ME20 7HJ, ME20 7HH, ME20 7TE, ME20 7SQ, ME20 7HW, ME20 7HG, ME20 7HL, ME20 7HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ME20 7HN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents 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 | 50.8% | 49.1% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.9% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 39.9% | 40.6% | 0.7% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 42.4% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (88.9%) 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 | 54.4% | 53.5% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 5.1% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 35.4% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 8.8% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 7HN this area, 8.7% 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 | 13.7% | 8.7% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 11.6% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25.5% | 20.3% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.9% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 23.2% | 12.5% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 26.1% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.4% | 95.6% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 96.4% | 95.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alma Road was 36.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.9% lower than the Aylesford North & North Downs average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Alma Road has the 27th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Aylesford North & North Downs and the 162nd lowest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Alma Road, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-10-18 | £272,782 |
| 10 Alma Road, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £337,000 | 2024-07-18 | £351,652 |
| 50 Alma Road, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-09-15 | £310,410 |
| 46 Alma Road, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-04-12 | £269,873 |
| 60 Alma Road, Aylesford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £328,000 | 2021-10-19 | £367,181 |
ME20 7HN 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 | 155 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Church of England Primary School, Eccles Eccles Row , Eccles ME20 7HS | 3out of 4 | 295 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burham Church of England Primary School Bell Lane , Burham ME1 3SY | 3out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Mount Pleasant , ME20 7BE | 3out of 4 | 1,862 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Invicta Primary School At Aylesford Teapot Lane , ME20 7JU | 3out of 4 | 2,691 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes Holborough Lakes , Pollyfield Close ME6 5GR | 3out of 4 | 3,126 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,752 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | 1out of 4 | 2,933 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | - not rated | 2,960 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Malling School Beech Road , East Malling ME19 6DH | 2out of 4 | 4,775 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Academy 157 Walderslade Road , Walderslade ME5 0LP | 3out of 4 | 5,324 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | 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 | 2,960 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Medway Green School School Lane , Wouldham ME1 3TS | - not rated | 4,094 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Medway Secure Training Centre Sir Evelyn Road , ME1 3YB | - not rated | 5,370 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Bull | 1 Mackenders Lane, Eccles | 319 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eccles Recreation Ground BULL LANE | grass pitches | 199 yd |
| Eccles Sports Field Bull Lane | grass pitches | 441 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 | 97.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 73.0% |
| 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.29 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.29 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.