Teapot Lane is in Aylesford and in Tonbridge And Malling district. ME20 7JT is located in the Aylesford South & Ditton 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 Teapot Lane, Aylesford, ME20 7JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME20 7LF, ME20 7LL, ME20 7LW, ME20 7LN, ME20 7LR, ME20 7LS, ME20 7LP, ME20 7LT, ME20 7JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME20 7JT is primarily male, with 53.3% 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 | 45.7% | 46.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 54.3% | 53.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 | 32.3% | 37.2% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 45.4% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 8.2% | -5.0% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 6.7% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 53.2% | 51.2% | -2.0% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 35.5% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 9% | 10.7% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.7% | 12.5% | 0.8% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 14.2% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 16% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 20.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 26.7% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.5% | 92.5% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 95.7% | 92.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 92.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Teapot Lane was 71.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.4% lower than the Aylesford North & North Downs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Teapot Lane has the 24th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Aylesford North & North Downs and the 122nd highest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Teapot Lane, Aylesford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-05-17 | £438,891 |
| 98 Teapot Lane, Aylesford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-01-08 | £474,919 |
| 86 Teapot Lane, Aylesford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-11-03 | £340,803 |
| 80 Teapot Lane, Aylesford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £377,000 | 2022-07-25 | £385,948 |
| 74 Teapot Lane, Aylesford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-07-15 | £388,434 |
ME20 7JT area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 126 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 54 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Other | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Invicta Primary School At Aylesford Teapot Lane , ME20 7JU | 3out of 4 | 199 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ditton Infant School Pear Tree Avenue , Ditton ME20 6EB | 4out of 4 | 868 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ditton Church of England Junior School New Road , Ditton ME20 6AE | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Mount Pleasant , ME20 7BE | 3out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Junior School Brookfield Junior School , Swallow Road ME20 6PY | 3out of 4 | 1,956 yd | Community 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 | 229 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Malling School Beech Road , East Malling ME19 6DH | 2out of 4 | 2,647 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | 1out of 4 | 3,534 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | - not rated | 3,584 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Simon Stock Catholic School Oakwood Park , ME16 0JP | 3out of 4 | 4,053 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,584 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bower Grove School Fant Lane , ME16 8NL | 3out of 4 | 4,414 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision 8 Bower Mount Road , ME16 8AU | 2out of 4 | 4,425 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kent Health Needs Education Service 40 Teddington Drive , Leybourne ME19 5FF | 2out of 4 | 4,635 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| MEPA Academy Limited 29 Earl Street , ME14 1PF | - not rated | 5,245 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tea Rooms | The Friars Tea Rooms, Aylesford Priory | 548 yd | |
| Aylesford Priory | The Friars, High Street | 548 yd | |
| Papa's Fish And Chip Restaurant | Papas Fish Restaurant, 497 London Road | 606 yd | |
| Base Camp With Sweet Sensations | The Doctors House, Hall Road | 646 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Unit 3, South Aylesford Retail Park | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aylesford RFC | Aylesford Rugby Club, Ferryfield, Hall Road | 973 yd | |
| St Peter \& St Paul's Community Hub | Brassey Community Centre, Station Road | 996 yd | |
| The Chequers Inn | The Chequers, 61 - 63 High Street | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wings And Fins | 3 Premier Parade, Aylesford | 119 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 6 Premier Parade, Aylesford | 119 yd | |
| Ditton Grill | 7 Woodlands Parade, Woodlands Road | 745 yd | |
| Magic Chef | 1 Woodlands Parade, Woodlands Road | 745 yd | |
| Al-Madina Tandoori | 5 Woodlands Parade, Woodlands Road | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks And Spencer | Unit 5, South Aylesford Retail Park | 667 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aylesford School Sports College TEAPOT LANE | grass pitches | 182 yd |
| Valley Invicta Primary School TEAPOT LANE | grass pitches | 242 yd |
| Ministry Of Muscle (Closed) Unit 9 Unit 9 Mill Hall | health and fitness suite | 596 yd |
| K Sports STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 745 yd |
| Aylesford Bulls Rfc FERRYFIELD FERRYFIELD HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 980 yd |
| Ministry Of Muscle (Closed) Unit 7 Unit 7 Station Road | health and fitness suite | 980 yd |
| New Road Recreation Ground New Road | grass pitches | 1,004 yd |
| Ditton Community Centre DITTON COMMUNITY CENTRE DITTON COMMUNITY CENTRE KILN BARN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,023 yd |
| Ferryfield Recreation Ground MEDWAY COURT | grass pitches | 1,050 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 | 93.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.5% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 209.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.