ME3 0EB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lapwing Road, 0.2km from Grain in Grain. Administratively it sits within Peninsula ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.
For families considering a move, ME3 0EB represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. By day, the area transitions to a mining and quarrying facilities character: industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k.
Census 2021 statistics for ME3 0EB are sourced from Output Area E00081272 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LAPWING ROAD, ME3 0EB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAPWING ROAD, ME3 0EB.
362
45
£ 39,700 /yr
51%
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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates ME3 0EB — age 45, 83% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 ME3 0EB. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 263,750
2 sales · Mean £ 263,750
Semi-Detached
£ 235,000
8 sales · Mean £ 236,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME3 0EB has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St James Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Grain Store0.2 km
- Co-Op & Post Office0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Hogarth Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Baxtor Storey0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Ozzies Plaice0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheerness-On-Sea3.3 km
- Queenborough4.8 km
- Swale7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Lapwing Road0.1 km
- Lapwing Road0.2 km
- Chapel Road Shops0.2 km
- Chapel Road Shops0.2 km
- High Street0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: ME30EB · Data under Open Government Licence