Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

HIGH STREET, ME2 1BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, ME2 1BP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

357

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 53,500 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ME2 1BP combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£315k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £315k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 1.7% year-on-year.

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

ME2 1BP is a sought-after residential area on High Street, 0.2km from Halling in Halling. Administratively it sits within Cuxton and Halling ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

For serious buyers, ME2 1BP is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, up 1.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for ME2 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00081032 (shared with 11 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 1BP. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 265,000

15 sales · Mean £ 275,566

Detached

£ 214,000

1 sales · Mean £ 214,000

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

ME2 1BP has low crime rates — 11 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 behaviour7
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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Halling Primary School

Good328 pupils0.7 km
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Wouldham, All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good415 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Jawson All In One Store0.3 km
  • Collard's Veg0.5 km
  • Lower Halling Post Office \& Convenience Store0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Homeward Bound PH0.0 km
  • The Medway Inn0.9 km
  • Newtown Social Club0.7 km
  • The Five Bells0.2 km
  • The Watermans Arms0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Rubys Wouldham Ltd0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Halling0.2 km
  • Snodland2.2 km
  • Cuxton2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Marsh Road0.1 km
  • Marsh Road0.1 km
  • The Five Bells0.2 km
  • The Five Bells0.2 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km