Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

KNIGHTS ROAD, ME3 9DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNIGHTS ROAD, ME3 9DP.

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

289

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 52,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

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

ME3 9DP is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £330k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

ME3 9DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Knights Road, 0.5km from Hoo St Werburgh in Hoo St Werburgh. Administratively it sits within Peninsula ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

For families considering a move, ME3 9DP represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £330k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME3 9DP are sourced from Output Area E00081261 (shared with 7 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 9DP. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 330,000

3 sales · Mean £ 320,000

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

ME3 9DP has low crime rates — 34 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 offences107
Anti-social behaviour51
Criminal damage and arson22
Other crime10
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough

Good572 pupils0.5 km
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The Hundred of Hoo Academy

Good1676 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Hoo News0.4 km
  • Spar0.5 km
  • Star Grocery \& Off Licence0.6 km
  • Co-Op Welcome0.5 km
  • AV Food And Wine0.2 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Pink Paprika0.4 km
  • Billy's Bakehouse Ltd0.5 km
  • Five Bells0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Anatolia Kebab House0.2 km
  • C&S Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Mark & Sons Hoo Ltd T/a Hoo Chicken And Grill0.6 km
  • Chicken Treat0.5 km
  • Hoo Spice0.4 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Hoo Village Institute0.5 km
  • The Chequers Inn0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gillingham (Kent)4.2 km
  • Strood5.2 km
  • Chatham5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Wylie Road0.0 km
  • Lower Bells Lane0.1 km
  • Kingsnorth Close0.1 km
  • Kingsnorth Close0.1 km
  • Kingshill Drive0.3 km