Russett Close is in Aylesford and in Tonbridge And Malling district. ME20 7PL 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 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Russett Close, Aylesford, ME20 7PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME20 7LZ, ME20 7QA, ME20 7QH, ME20 7TP, ME20 7LX, ME20 7LB, ME20 7JY, ME20 7QJ, ME20 7QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME20 7PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.9% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.1% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of ME20 7PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.6% | 19.2% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 74.8% | 66.8% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 22.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 4% | 4.8% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 4% | 8.2% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 (85.7%) 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 | 49.9% | 51.2% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 34.5% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 11.4% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 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 7PL this area, 8.9% 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 | 11.6% | 8.9% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 9.9% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 15.8% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 14.7% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.2% | 42.8% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 9.0% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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 | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 91.9% | 91% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 92.2% | 93.8% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 2.9% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 93.3% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.8% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 76.7% | 13.9% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.6% | 37.2% | -11.6% |
| Christian | 63.4% | 46.2% | 17.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Russett Close was 166.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 107.2% higher than the Aylesford North & North Downs average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Russett Close has the 6th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Aylesford North & North Downs and the 33rd highest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Russett Close, Aylesford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £755,000 | 2024-10-22 | £748,837 |
| 12 Russett Close, Aylesford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2022-10-22 | £807,568 |
| 9 Russett Close, Aylesford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-09-24 | £711,486 |
| 5 Russett Close, Aylesford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2021-02-23 | £741,064 |
| 21 Russett Close, Aylesford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £717,500 | 2020-12-04 | £803,468 |
ME20 7PL 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 7PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 348 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ditton Infant School Pear Tree Avenue , Ditton ME20 6EB | 4out of 4 | 836 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ditton Church of England Junior School New Road , Ditton ME20 6AE | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Mount Pleasant , ME20 7BE | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Junior School Brookfield Junior School , Swallow Road ME20 6PY | 3out of 4 | 2,233 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 | 374 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Malling School Beech Road , East Malling ME19 6DH | 2out of 4 | 2,592 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Simon Stock Catholic School Oakwood Park , ME16 0JP | 3out of 4 | 3,555 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Maplesden Noakes School Buckland Road , ME16 0TJ | 3out of 4 | 3,758 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine Academy Oakwood Road , ME16 8AE | 3out of 4 | 3,923 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bower Grove School Fant Lane , ME16 8NL | 3out of 4 | 3,878 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision 8 Bower Mount Road , ME16 8AU | 2out of 4 | 3,968 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grow 19 LTD Wolfe Building , Malling Road ME6 5HS | - not rated | 4,098 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| MEPA Academy Limited 29 Earl Street , ME14 1PF | - not rated | 4,845 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kent Health Needs Education Service 40 Teddington Drive , Leybourne ME19 5FF | 2out of 4 | 4,878 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Ltd | Unit 3, South Aylesford Retail Park | 151 yd | |
| Adventure Kidz Ltd | Unit 2, Wood Close | 432 yd | |
| Base Camp With Sweet Sensations | The Doctors House, Hall Road | 503 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Cafe | Coffee Shop Sainsburys, Mills Road | 619 yd | |
| NIC Services Group Ltd | Tesco Distribution Warehouse, Mills Road | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aylesford RFC | Aylesford Rugby Club, Ferryfield, Hall Road | 1,008 yd | |
| Ditton Bowls Club | Kiln Barn Road, Ditton | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wings And Fins | 3 Premier Parade, Aylesford | 569 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 6 Premier Parade, Aylesford | 569 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet Larkfield | Sainsburys, Mills Road | 619 yd | |
| Ditton Grill | 7 Woodlands Parade, Woodlands Road | 700 yd | |
| Magic Chef | 1 Woodlands Parade, Woodlands Road | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks And Spencer | Unit 5, South Aylesford Retail Park | 141 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Mills Road | 619 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 3, 2 Hermitage Lane | 791 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Invicta Primary School TEAPOT LANE | grass pitches | 505 yd |
| Aylesford School Sports College TEAPOT LANE | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Evolution Strength And Fitness UNIT 6 UNIT 6 MILLS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 652 yd |
| Ditton Community Centre DITTON COMMUNITY CENTRE DITTON COMMUNITY CENTRE KILN BARN ROAD | grass pitches | 978 yd |
| Aylesford Bulls Rfc FERRYFIELD FERRYFIELD HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,013 yd |
| K Sports STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,048 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 | 72.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 72.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 72.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 72.0% |
| 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 | 28.0% |
| Median download speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.