Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

ESSEX ROAD, ME2 1AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ESSEX ROAD, ME2 1AU.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 53,500 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME2 1AU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

ME2 1AU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 72% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 31.6% year-on-year.

home £260,312 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ME2 1AU is a safe, established residential area on Essex Road, 0.2km from New Town in Halling. Administratively it sits within Cuxton and Halling ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £260k, up 31.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME2 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00081036 (shared with 7 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 ME2 1AU. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 218,525

16 sales · Mean £ 233,784

Flat

£ 180,000

7 sales · Mean £ 179,571

Detached

£ 310,000

4 sales · Mean £ 311,750

Semi-Detached

£ 255,000

8 sales · Mean £ 266,750

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

ME2 1AU has low crime rates — 15 incidents 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 offences15
Anti-social behaviour5
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Halling Primary School

Good328 pupils1.0 km
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Wouldham, All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good415 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Jawson All In One Store0.2 km
  • Collard's Veg0.2 km
  • Lower Halling Post Office \& Convenience Store0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Homeward Bound PH0.4 km
  • Newtown Social Club0.3 km
  • The Five Bells0.5 km
  • The Watermans Arms1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Halling0.2 km
  • Snodland2.6 km
  • Cuxton2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Halling Railway Station0.1 km
  • Halling Rail Station0.1 km
  • Halling Rail Station0.1 km
  • Jade Hill0.1 km
  • Railway Station0.1 km