Postcode Analysis Swale, South East

SHEARWATER COURT, ME12 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHEARWATER COURT, ME12 1BQ.

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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 1BQ 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

Social renting makes up 62% of tenure in ME12 1BQ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

ME12 1BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Shearwater 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 1BQ 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 1BQ 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 1BQ. 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.

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

Crime around ME12 1BQ is moderate at 63 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 offences92
Anti-social behaviour44
Criminal damage and arson33
Public order9
Other theft8

school Local Schools

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West Minster Primary School

Good521 pupils0.2 km
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St Edward's Catholic Primary School

Good181 pupils0.6 km
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Rose Street Primary School

Requires Improvement424 pupils0.8 km
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Richmond Academy

Good339 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Kent Commuity Pantry0.8 km
  • SS Convenience Store0.4 km
  • Creations By Chloe1.0 km
  • Kent Fresh Food1.0 km
  • Mistry Chemist1.0 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • St Georges Bowls Club0.2 km
  • The Flying Sheep0.9 km
  • The Rendezvous Bar1.0 km
  • The United Masonic Club0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Eat Out Today0.4 km
  • Rose Cottage Tea Garden0.9 km
  • Samias Kitchen0.9 km
  • The Freedom Centre0.5 km
  • Beano Cafe1.0 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Sandhu Fresh Fry0.3 km
  • Choi's Chinese Food Takeaway0.9 km
  • Curry King0.9 km
  • Direct Pizza1.0 km
  • New China Dragon1.0 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sheerness-On-Sea1.0 km
  • Queenborough1.8 km
  • Swale4.7 km

Bus Stops

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