ME4 3EA is a sought-after residential area on Teal Drive, 0.8km from Lower Upnor in Gillingham (Medway). Administratively it sits within River ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME4, ME4 3EA offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £452k, down 30.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for ME4 3EA are sourced from Output Area E00081432 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TEAL DRIVE, ME4 3EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TEAL DRIVE, ME4 3EA.
407
39
£ 51,900 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME4 3EA 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. ME4 3EA's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £452k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 30.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME4 3EA. The average age is 39.1. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 450,000
3 sales · Mean £ 469,000
Semi-Detached
£ 345,000
3 sales · Mean £ 340,000
Terraced
£ 335,000
3 sales · Mean £ 350,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME4 3EA has low crime rates — 21 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
St Mary's Island Church of England (Aided) Primary School
Waterfront UTC
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Holland & Barrett0.7 km
- Odeon Cinema & Costa0.8 km
- The Range0.7 km
- Upnor Sailing Club0.9 km
- Co-Op0.5 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Ship \& Trades0.5 km
- Pier Hotel0.9 km
- Tudor Rose1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Bubbleo Tree0.7 km
- Burger King0.7 km
- Coelhos0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Dee Dee's Family Cafe0.7 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Ship And Trades Fish Bar0.5 km
- Taco Bell0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gillingham (Kent)2.3 km
- Strood3.0 km
- Chatham3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Haven Way0.1 km
- St Marys Island Bridge0.2 km
- Tappan Drive0.2 km
- Primary School0.3 km
- Goldcrest Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: ME43EA · Data under Open Government Licence