Maidstone, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Maidstone is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 107,627. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 107,627 |
| Population Density | 10,949 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.2667°, 0.5167° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.0 inches (788 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $48,503 |
| Median Age | 41.3 years |
About Maidstone
Maidstone is a large city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 107,627. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Maidstone vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Maidstone vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,503 |
| 35% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,503 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $933 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 85 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.1% |
| Public Transit | 4.5% |
| Work from Home | 31.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $456,910 |
| 62% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,213 |
| 4% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 69.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.7% |
| Housing Units | 43,051 |
Property Tax
Climate in Maidstone
Maidstone has an average annual temperature of 11.4°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.5°C), the coldest is Jan (4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 734 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 9.8 sq mi (25.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,949/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.2667°N, 0.5167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1858 | NORTH SEA | Unknown | 6.0 m | - | 81 km |
| 1911 | FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND | Meteorological | 0.9 m | - | 54 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in |
Maidstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 40°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.9% |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 47.5% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 10,949/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.8 sq mi |
Services
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Retail Stores | 7 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.1% |
| Public Transit | 4.5% |
| Work from Home | 31.1% |
Colleges & Universities in Maidstone
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford College | College | - | , |
| Ashford College (Art & Design Campus) | College | - | , |
| Canterbury Christ Church University | University | - | , |
| Kent Police College | College | - | , |
| MidKent College Maidstone Campus | College | - | , |
| The Mount Camphill Community | College | - | Visit → |
| UCA Maidstone Studios | University | - | , |
| University for the Creative Arts, Maidstone TV Studios | University | - | , |
Schools in Maidstone
43 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick House Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| East Farleigh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Archbishop Courtenay Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Michael's Church of England Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Michael's Church of England Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| West Borough Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jubilee Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bower Grove School | - | - | - | - |
| Oakwood Park Grammar School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Francis' Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shernold School | - | - | - | - |
| OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Madginford Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Paul's Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| North Borough Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Invicta Grammar School | - | - | - | - |
| Valley Park School | - | - | - | - |
| Maidstone Grammar School for Girls | - | - | - | - |
| The Maplesden Noakes School | - | - | - | - |
| St Simon Stock Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Leigh Academy Langley Park | - | - | - | - |
| Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision | - | - | - | - |
| Senacre Wood Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Barming Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Palace Wood Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cornwallis Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Park Way Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maidstone Grammar School | - | - | - | - |
| Valley Invicta Primary School At East Borough | - | - | - | - |
| Boughton Monchelsea Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Coxheath Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Holy Family Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leigh Academy Tree Tops | - | - | - | - |
| School of Science and Technology | - | - | - | - |
| Greenfields Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leigh Academy Molehill | - | - | - | - |
| Leigh Academy Oaks | - | - | - | - |
| Five Acre Wood School | - | - | - | - |
| New Line Learning Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Tiger Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Loose Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| South Borough Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St John's Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maidstone
40 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talk Radio (UK) | curent affairs, politics | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Street Sounds Radio | dance, disco | MP3 | |
| Radio Caroline Flashback | 60s, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DnB Liquified | liquid dnb | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Essex | contemporary hits radio, pop | MP3 | |
| BBC Essex | - | UNKNOWN | |
| Absolute Radio 80s | 80s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Greatest Hits Radio 60s | greatest hits | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) | 70's, 80's | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| More Radio Eastbourne | hits, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Forest Gold | classic hits, golden oldies | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Classic Hits Forest Radio | 1950s, 1960s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Big L 2 | 70's, 80's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Caroline North | - | AAC+ 52 kbps | |
| Lyca Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Retro Mix Radio | 70s, 80s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| The Voice Of Doom | death metal, doom metal | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Hailsham FM | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zero Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lifestyle Radio UK | country, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| West Kent Radio | - | MP3 170 kbps | |
| Phoenix FM | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| City Sound | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Caroline Flashback | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sheppey FM 92.2 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Conquest Hospital Radio | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| White Cliffs Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Chelmsford Community Radio | independent | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Power Ace Radio | afrobeats, easy listening | MP3 128 kbps | |
| GlitterBeam Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TGM GOSPEL RADIO | gospel | MP3 320 kbps | |
| NanoRadio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Colin Mogagabe | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Homemade Radio | adult contemporary, blues | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Kori The Pom Radio | drum & bass, edm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| GlitterBeam Italia | lgbt, lgbtqia+ | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Chelmsford | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radioalfa2 | classic hits | MP3 | |
| Slim Radio | deep house, disco | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Stomp Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Maidstone
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cold War Bunker | ||||
| Colonel Stephens Railway Museum | ||||
| Cranbrook Museum | ||||
| Dog collar museum | ||||
| Essex Fire Museum | ||||
| Exhibition and Model Railway | ||||
| Guildhall Museum | ||||
| Kent Firefighting Museum | ||||
| Lashenden Air Warfare Museum | ||||
| Maidstone Museum | ||||
| Milton Chantry | ||||
| Museum of Carriages | ||||
| Queenborough Guildhall Museum | ||||
| Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum | ||||
| Rolvenden Layne Sound Museum | ||||
| Royal Engineers Museum | ||||
| Sittingbourne Heritage Museum | ||||
| Tenterden District Museum | ||||
| The Bay Museum | ||||
| The C.M Booth Collection | ||||
| The South East Romany Museum | ||||
| Thurrock Museum | ||||
| Tonbridge Castle Gatehouse | ||||
| Woodchurch Museum |
Libraries in Maidstone
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bearsted Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belhus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackshots Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Borough Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chadwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chatham Library & Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Coldharbour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coxheath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cuxton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dashwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Drill Hall Library Block A | 0.0 | |||||
| Drill Hall Library Block B | 0.0 | |||||
| Drill Hall Library Block C | 0.0 | |||||
| East Peckham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Tilbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gillingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Gravesend Library and Information | 0.0 | |||||
| Grays Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hartley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hawkhurst Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Headcorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hempstead Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Higham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kent History and Library Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Kings Farm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larkfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Longfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lordswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Luton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marling Cross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Medway Archives Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Meopham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Ash Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paddock Wood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pembury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queenborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rainham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Riverview Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rochester Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Sheerness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shepway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sittingbourne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stanford-le-Hope Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Staplehurst Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strood Library & Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Tenterden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Thomas Aveling School and Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tilbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tonbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tonbridge North Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Twydall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Vigo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wadhurst Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walderslade Hook Meadow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walderslade Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Malling Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wigmore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yalding Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Maidstone
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boot Sale | |||||
| Rochester Christmas Market | |||||
| Tonbridge Farmers' Market |
Hotels in Maidstone
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Maidstone
37 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Maidstone
22 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Maidstone
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Maidstone
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Maidstone
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Maidstone
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Maidstone
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Maidstone
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Maidstone
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Maidstone
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maidstone
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Maidstone
10 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Maidstone
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Maidstone
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Maidstone
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brumaison Beer | ||||
| Goachers Brewery | ||||
| Iron Pier Brewery | ||||
| Kent Brewey | ||||
| Nelson Brewery | ||||
| No Frills Joe | ||||
| Old Dairy Brewery | ||||
| Tonbridge Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Maidstone
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Maidstone
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Maidstone
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | Large Airport |
| London Stansted Airport | STN | Large Airport |
| London Biggin Hill Airport | BQH | Medium Airport |
| London City Airport | LCY | Medium Airport |
| London Southend Airport | SEN | Medium Airport |
| Lydd London Ashford Airport | LYX | Medium Airport |
| Acton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Andrewsfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Audley End Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barcombe-North Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Barling Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barnards Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Benington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bensons Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blooms Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bonnington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bradleys Lawn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bury Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chalksole Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Challock Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chelworth House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chipstead Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Churchlands Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clacton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clipgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cottered Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crockham Hill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crosbie Field UL | - | Small Airport |
| Damyns Hall Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Danehill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deanland Lewes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dysons Osiers Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Earls Colne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Haxted Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Egerton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Folly Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fridd Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Frinsted Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gerpins Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Graveley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Oakley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hamilton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Harringe Court Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Headcorn Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Hickstead Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| High Cross Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| High Easter Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Homefield Farm / Edenbridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Maidstone
12 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Barming Post Office | |
| Coxheath Post Office & Newsagent | |
| High Street Post Office | |
| Kingsley Road Post Office | |
| Loose Post Office | |
| Maidstone Post Office | |
| Mangravet Post Office | |
| Park Wood Post Office | |
| Ringlestone Post Office | |
| Tonbridge Road (435) Post Office | |
| Tovil Post Office | |
| Willington Stores & Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Maidstone
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dripology |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maidstone
33 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| All Saints' Church | |
| Allington Baptist Church | |
| Holy Trinity Church Coxheath | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Longsole Mission Church | |
| Maidstone Baptist Church | |
| Maidstone Family Church | |
| Maidstone Family Church | |
| Maidstone Unitarian Chapel | |
| Parish Church of St Andrew, Barming Heath | |
| Parish Church of St Luke the Evangelist | |
| Quaker Meeting House | |
| Ringlestone Hall | |
| Salvation Army | |
| St Faith's Maidstone | |
| St Francis Catholic Church | |
| St Martin's Church | |
| St Michael's | |
| St Nicholas |
Explore Near Maidstone
Quick Facts
Around Maidstone
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Maidstone
60 places within 15 km
- • Addington Long Barrow
- • Aveling and Porter Works, (Invicta)
- • Black Lion Skatepark
- • Boxley Abbey
- • Camp
- + 20 more
- • The Beach
- • Hadlow Castle
- • Mereworth Castle
- • Old Soar Manor
- • Sutton Valence Castle
- • The Archbishop's Palace
- • Fort Amherst
- • Fort Borstal
- • Fort Bridgewoods
- • Fort Horsted
- • Fort Luton
- • Ashdown Hill
- • Bluebell Hill
- • Darland Hill
- • Detling Hill
- • Keycol Hill
- + 3 more
- • Castle
- • Chapel
- • Chatham Central railway station
- • City Wall (ruins)
- • Former Aveling and Porter Building
- + 9 more
- • North Downs Way Viewpoint
- • Operation Sunsetters Spot
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Maidstone
What is the population of Maidstone?
Maidstone has a population of 107,627 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10,949 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Maidstone expensive to live in?
The median household income is $48,503, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $456,910 (62% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,213 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Maidstone?
Maidstone has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Maidstone?
Maidstone has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $933. There are 85 business establishments in the area, including 31 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Maidstone?
The median home value in Maidstone is $456,910. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,213. The homeownership rate is 69.3%.
How are the schools in Maidstone?
29.9% of adults in Maidstone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.5% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Maidstone?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Maidstone is 7.9% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 6.5% Asian. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 4.3% of residents have a disability.
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