ME2 1AY is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from New Town in Cuxton. Administratively it sits within Cuxton and Halling ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.
For families considering a move, ME2 1AY represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for ME2 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00081037 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ME2 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ME2 1AY.
411
44
£ 53,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME2 1AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME2 1AY spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME2 1AY. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME2 1AY has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Halling Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Collard's Veg0.0 km
- Lower Halling Post Office \& Convenience Store0.7 km
- Jawson All In One Store0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Newtown Social Club0.2 km
- The Five Bells0.7 km
- The Watermans Arms1.0 km
- Homeward Bound PH0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Halling0.3 km
- Cuxton2.4 km
- Snodland2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Jade Hill0.1 km
- Jade Hill0.2 km
- Halling Rail Station0.3 km
- Halling Railway Station0.3 km
- Halling Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ME21AY · Data under Open Government Licence