Essetford Road is in Ashford and in Ashford district. TN23 5BP is located in the Beaver electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashford. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Essetford Road, Ashford, TN23 5BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN23 5BL, TN23 5BN, TN23 5BX, TN23 5AS, TN23 5BW, TN23 5AL, TN23 5PB, TN23 5AN, TN23 5NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN23 5BP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.4% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.6% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 33.9% | 35.5% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 46.3% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 10.5% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 44.9% | 39.3% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 41.6% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 13.7% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5.1% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 5BP this area, 28.9% 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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.6% | 28.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 12.6% | -10.0% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 17.7% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 11.9% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.4% | 17.3% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 10.9% | 4.8% | -6.1% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 14.7% | 20.2% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 18.6% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 76.9% | 65.5% | -11.4% | 81.4% | -15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 11.7% | 9.9% | 1.6% | 10.1% |
In this area, 68.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 68.1% | -11.5% | 83.2% | -15.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 17.1% | 29.3% | 12.2% | 5.6% | 23.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 79.6% | 68.1% | -11.5% | 83.2% | -15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 19.1% | 18.2% | 9.8% | 9.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 11.1% | 4.8% | -6.3% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 4.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.9% | 76.7% | -7.8% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 16% | 1.2% | 14.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 34.2% | 46.2% | -12.0% |
| Buddhist | 6% | 0.5% | 5.5% |
| Hindu | 10.5% | 1.7% | 8.8% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 11.1% | 0.6% | 10.5% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Essetford Road was 45.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.9% lower than the Beaver average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Essetford Road has the 21st lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Beaver and the 174th lowest crime rate of 393 local areas in Ashford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Essetford Road, Ashford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-01-20 | £284,200 |
| 69 Essetford Road, Ashford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2018-02-09 | £245,275 |
| 71 Essetford Road, Ashford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2017-05-26 | £327,842 |
| 49 Essetford Road, Ashford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2014-04-04 | £293,952 |
| 70 Essetford Road, Ashford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2013-07-31 | £287,231 |
TN23 5BP 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Other | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 24 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaver Green Primary School Cuckoo Lane , TN23 5DA | 3out of 4 | 510 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashford Oaks Community Primary School Oak Tree Road , TN23 4QR | 3out of 4 | 556 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilmington Green Primary School Jemmett Road , TN23 4QE | - not rated | 673 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Chart Primary School Hoxton Close , Singleton TN23 5LB | 4out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highworth Grammar School Maidstone Road , TN24 8UD | 4out of 4 | 2,265 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The North School Essella Road , TN24 8AL | 3out of 4 | 2,478 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Norton Knatchbull School Hythe Road , TN24 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 2,943 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Towers School and Sixth Form Centre Faversham Road , Kennington TN24 9AL | 3out of 4 | 5,082 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 | 1,072 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 | 1,326 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wyvern School (Buxford) Great Chart Bypass , TN23 4ER | 3out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashford School East Hill , TN24 8PB | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornfields School 207 Hythe Road , Ashford TN24 8PL | - not rated | 2,786 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldwyn School Godinton Lane , Great Chart TN23 3BT | 4out of 4 | 3,571 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 | 89 yd | |
| Light Bites Cafe | The Willow Centre, Brookfield Road | 377 yd | |
| Anatolia Cafe | 2 Brookfield Court, Ashford | 575 yd | |
| Skippers Fish Bar and Cafe | 1 Stanhope Court, Stanhope Road | 728 yd | |
| Wotton Road Cafe | Ashford College Unit 21, Kingsnorth Industrial Estate | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish Inn | 44C Brookfield Road, Ashford | 506 yd | |
| Beaver Inn | 322 Beaver Road, Ashford | 656 yd | |
| The Locomotive | 65-67 Beaver Road, Ashford | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dipa Tandoori | 27 Court Wurtin, Ashford | 338 yd | |
| Top Kapi | 25 Court Wurtin, Ashford | 338 yd | |
| Chun Wah | 31 Court Wurtin, Ashford | 338 yd | |
| King Akshna Fried Chicken | Ground Floor, 65 Kingsnorth Road | 489 yd | |
| Crusader Kebab | 44A Brookfield Road, Ashford | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Food | Brookfield Court, Ashford | 575 yd | |
| Bargain Warehouse | Unit C, Beaver Business Park | 813 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Simon'S Roman Catholic Primary School NOAKES MEADOW | grass pitches | 305 yd |
| The John Wallis C Of E Academy (Sports Hall) (Closed) Stanhope Road | 525 yd | |
| Ashford Oaks Primary School OAK TREE ROAD | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Beaver Green Primary School CUCKOO LANE | grass pitches | 616 yd |
| Ashford South Community Primary School (Closed) Jemmett Road | grass pitches | 689 yd |
| Cuckoo Wood (Closed) Stanhope Road | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Pitchside STANHOPE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 858 yd |
| Ashford Indoor Bowls Club VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK JEMMETT ROAD | indoor bowls | 948 yd |
| Olympians Gym Ltd (Closed) ELLINGHAM WAY | health and fitness suite | 976 yd |
| The John Wallis C Of E Academy MILLBANK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,011 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% |
| Median download speed | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 159 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.