Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

PUFFIN ROAD, ME3 0EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PUFFIN ROAD, ME3 0EJ.

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

362

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 39,700 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

ME3 0EJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 83% 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.

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

ME3 0EJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Puffin 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 0EJ represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £281k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME3 0EJ are sourced from Output Area E00081272 (shared with 25 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 ME3 0EJ. 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

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 280,000

6 sales · Mean £ 258,998

Terraced

£ 250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 250,000

Semi-Detached

£ 212,500

2 sales · Mean £ 212,500

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

ME3 0EJ has low crime rates — 33 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.

Violence and sexual offences35
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft6
Public order3

school Local Schools

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St James Church of England Primary Academy

Good207 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Grain Store0.1 km
  • Co-Op & Post Office0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Hogarth Inn0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Baxtor Storey0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Ozzies Plaice0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sheerness-On-Sea3.4 km
  • Queenborough4.8 km
  • Swale7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Lapwing Road0.1 km
  • Chapel Road Shops0.1 km
  • Lapwing Road0.1 km
  • Chapel Road Shops0.1 km
  • High Street0.3 km