Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

CAGNEY CLOSE, ME3 8AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAGNEY CLOSE, ME3 8AY.

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

432

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 51,800 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME3 8AY 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.

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9/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME3 8AY spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £450k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 23.6% year-on-year.

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

ME3 8AY is a safe, established residential area on Cagney Close, 0.6km from Noke Street in Rochester. Administratively it sits within Strood Rural ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME3, ME3 8AY offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 91% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £450k, up 23.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME3 8AY are sourced from Output Area E00081607 (shared with 9 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 8AY. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.9%
Asian / British Asian9.4%
Black / African / Caribbean4.8%
Other / Mixed6.9%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 362,750

6 sales · Mean £ 340,915

Terraced

£ 332,500

4 sales · Mean £ 336,250

Detached

£ 580,000

5 sales · Mean £ 590,000

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

ME3 8AY has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences31
Other theft8
Drugs7
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Wainscott Primary School

Inadequate459 pupils0.6 km
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Hilltop Primary Academy

Good418 pupils0.8 km
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Temple Mill Primary School

Good244 pupils0.8 km
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English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School

Good200 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Me2 Local Food And Wine0.9 km
  • Wainscott Stores0.6 km
  • Noke Street Farm Shop0.8 km
  • UNIQUE NEWS AND FOOD0.9 km
  • Co-Op0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Ship0.9 km
  • The Sans Pareil0.7 km
  • The Crafty Fox0.6 km
  • The Stag PH0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Caterplus Ltd0.7 km
  • Compass Group Ess0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Golden Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Dynasty0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Strood1.7 km
  • Rochester3.0 km
  • Higham3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Hollywood Lane Middle0.1 km
  • Jarrett Avenue0.2 km
  • Jarrett Avenue0.2 km
  • Hollywood Lane Middle0.2 km
  • Povey Avenue0.3 km