ME2 1DR is a sought-after residential area on Charles Drive, 0.4km from Cuxton in Cuxton. Administratively it sits within Cuxton and Halling ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME2, ME2 1DR offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 93% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k, up 9.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ME2 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00081024 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHARLES DRIVE, ME2 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHARLES DRIVE, ME2 1DR.
272
48
£ 53,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
No single demographic signal dominates ME2 1DR — age 48, 93% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 9.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME2 1DR. The average age is 48.3. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 312,500
8 sales · Mean £ 311,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME2 1DR has low crime rates — 23 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.
school Local Schools
Cuxton Community Junior School
Cuxton Community Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cuxton Social Club0.5 km
- The White Hart0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Golden River0.4 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Cuxton Village Store0.4 km
- Co-Op0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cuxton0.5 km
- Halling2.8 km
- Strood3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Reginald Avenue0.1 km
- Sundridge Hill Bottom0.1 km
- Pilgrims Way0.2 km
- Sundridge Hill Bottom0.2 km
- Whiteleaves Rise0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ME21DR · Data under Open Government Licence