St Stephens Mews is in Ashford and in Ashford district. TN23 5AW is located in the Norman electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashford. This postcode has been in use since 2003-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Stephens Mews, Ashford, TN23 5AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN23 5AE, TN23 5AB, TN23 6HZ, TN23 6HY, TN23 5BU, TN23 5AF, TN23 6NE, TN23 6JL, TN23 5AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN23 5AW 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 | 48.4% | 50.9% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 51.6% | 49.1% | -2.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.7% | 40.8% | 9.1% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 43.9% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 7.7% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.6% | 46.4% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 38% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 9.5% | -6.2% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 4.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 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.
In the area around TN23 5AW this area, 31.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.7% | 31.2% | 2.5% | 18.2% | 13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 10.5% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 11.9% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 16.1% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 22.5% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 11.6% | 2.5% | -9.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 6.8% | 15.8% | 9.0% | 1.6% | 14.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 89.6% | 78.6% | -11.0% | 81.4% | -2.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 76.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.5% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 7.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 12.4% | 4.7% | 5.6% | 6.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.7% | 76.1% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 4.2% | 16.6% | 12.4% | 9.8% | 6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.3% | 3.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.3% | 76.7% | -8.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 6.6% | 1.2% | 5.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 8.2% | 1.7% | 6.5% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Stephens Mews was 67.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.4% lower than the Aylesford & East Stour average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Stephens Mews has the 42nd highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Aylesford & East Stour and the 140th highest crime rate of 393 local areas in Ashford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 St Stephens Mews, Ashford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2014-08-14 | £330,510 |
| 3 St Stephens Mews, Ashford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2014-08-08 | £276,316 |
| 4 St Stephens Mews, Ashford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2013-08-08 | £254,915 |
| 1 St Stephens Mews, Ashford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2008-07-07 | £330,610 |
| 1 St Stephens Mews, Ashford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2003-08-15 | £323,063 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Simon of England Roman Catholic Primary School, Ashford Noakes Meadow , TN23 4RB | 3out of 4 | 585 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaver Green Primary School Cuckoo Lane , TN23 5DA | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilmington Green Primary School Jemmett Road , TN23 4QE | - not rated | 947 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashford Oaks Community Primary School Oak Tree Road , TN23 4QR | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School Wesley School Road , Cuckoo Lane TN23 5LW | 3out of 4 | 1,494 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The North School Essella Road , TN24 8AL | 3out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highworth Grammar School Maidstone Road , TN24 8UD | 4out of 4 | 2,552 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Norton Knatchbull School Hythe Road , TN24 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 2,840 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Towers School and Sixth Form Centre Faversham Road , Kennington TN24 9AL | 3out of 4 | 5,287 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The John Wallis Church of England Academy Millbank Road , Kingsnorth TN23 3HG | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldwyn Sixth Form College Unit 3 , Norfolk Drive TN23 4FB | - not rated | 1,650 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wyvern School (Buxford) Great Chart Bypass , TN23 4ER | 3out of 4 | 1,930 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashford School East Hill , TN24 8PB | - not rated | 2,433 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornfields School 207 Hythe Road , Ashford TN24 8PL | - not rated | 2,686 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldwyn School Godinton Lane , Great Chart TN23 3BT | 4out of 4 | 4,056 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankie's, Part of St Francis Hub | St Francis Church, Cryol Road | 449 yd | |
| Wotton Road Cafe | Ashford College Unit 21, Kingsnorth Industrial Estate | 462 yd | |
| Rocky's Cafe | 105 Ellingham Industrial Centre, Ellingham Way | 533 yd | |
| Skippers Fish Bar and Cafe | 1 Stanhope Court, Stanhope Road | 714 yd | |
| Light Bites Cafe | The Willow Centre, Brookfield Road | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Inn | 322 Beaver Road, Ashford | 567 yd | |
| The Fish Inn | 44C Brookfield Road, Ashford | 985 yd | |
| The Locomotive | 65-67 Beaver Road, Ashford | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Akshna Fried Chicken | Ground Floor, 65 Kingsnorth Road | 132 yd | |
| Dipa Tandoori | 27 Court Wurtin, Ashford | 358 yd | |
| Top Kapi | 25 Court Wurtin, Ashford | 358 yd | |
| Chun Wah | 31 Court Wurtin, Ashford | 358 yd | |
| Marino's Fish Bar | 310A Beaver Road, Ashford | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Warehouse | Unit C, Beaver Business Park | 586 yd | |
| Co-Op Food | Brookfield Court, Ashford | 1,059 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The John Wallis C Of E Academy (Sports Hall) (Closed) Stanhope Road | 169 yd | |
| Olympians Gym Ltd (Closed) ELLINGHAM WAY | health and fitness suite | 559 yd |
| Cuckoo Wood (Closed) Stanhope Road | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| St Simon'S Roman Catholic Primary School NOAKES MEADOW | grass pitches | 678 yd |
| Pitchside STANHOPE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 710 yd |
| The John Wallis C Of E Academy MILLBANK ROAD | grass pitches | 785 yd |
| Beaver Green Primary School CUCKOO LANE | grass pitches | 956 yd |
| Ashford Oaks Primary School OAK TREE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,008 yd |
| Ashford South Community Primary School (Closed) Jemmett Road | grass pitches | 1,028 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.