Postcode Analysis Swale, South East

TRIBUNE COURT, ME12 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TRIBUNE COURT, ME12 1BJ.

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Population

365

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 30,700 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: ME12 1BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

ME12 1BJ has a significant social housing presence — 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ME12 1BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Tribune Court, 0.7km from Mile Town in Sheerness. Administratively it sits within Sheerness ward and the Sittingbourne and Sheppey constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, ME12 1BJ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £250k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for ME12 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00124924 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME12 1BJ. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 222,500

2 sales · Mean £ 222,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around ME12 1BJ is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences83
Anti-social behaviour43
Criminal damage and arson29
Public order9
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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West Minster Primary School

Good521 pupils0.3 km
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St Edward's Catholic Primary School

Good181 pupils0.5 km
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Rose Street Primary School

Requires Improvement424 pupils0.8 km
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Richmond Academy

Good339 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Kent Commuity Pantry0.8 km
  • Poundstretcher Limited0.9 km
  • Savers Health And Beauty1.0 km
  • SS Convenience Store0.5 km
  • Austins News 4 U Ltd0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • St Georges Bowls Club0.1 km
  • Queens Head0.9 km
  • The Flying Sheep0.8 km
  • The Rendezvous Bar0.9 km
  • The United Masonic Club0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Arizona Diner1.0 km
  • Eat Out Today0.4 km
  • No. 10 Cafe Lounge1.0 km
  • Rios Cafe1.0 km
  • Rose Cottage Tea Garden0.8 km
  • + 10 more
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Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Masala Reef0.9 km
  • New China1.0 km
  • Sandhu Fresh Fry0.2 km
  • The Johnny Fish1.0 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.9 km
  • Iceland0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sheerness-On-Sea0.9 km
  • Queenborough1.8 km
  • Swale4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Bridgewater Road0.1 km
  • Bridgewater Road0.1 km
  • Wheatsheaf Gardens0.2 km
  • Wheatsheaf Gardens0.2 km
  • Hawthorn Avenue0.3 km