Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

HOLLY CLOSE, ME5 0AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLY CLOSE, ME5 0AY.

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Population

335

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 40,800 /yr

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Employed

48%

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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6/10
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10/10
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10/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

ME5 0AY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 90% 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

ME5 0AY is a safe, established residential area on Holly Close, 0.5km from Luton in Chatham. Administratively it sits within Luton and Wayfield ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

For families considering a move, ME5 0AY represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for ME5 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00081211 (shared with 8 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 ME5 0AY. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.2%
Asian / British Asian6.3%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 175,000

1 sales · Mean £ 175,000

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

ME5 0AY has low crime rates — 27 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 offences69
Anti-social behaviour32
Criminal damage and arson15
Other theft11
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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Luton Primary School

Outstanding644 pupils0.7 km
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Kingfisher Community Primary School

Good212 pupils0.7 km
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The Victory Academy

Good1165 pupils0.9 km
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Chatham Grammar

Good919 pupils1.0 km
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Wayfield Primary School

Good383 pupils1.0 km
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Greenvale Primary School

Good142 pupils1.4 km
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New Horizons Children's Academy

Good650 pupils1.4 km
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Phoenix Primary School

Requires Improvement315 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • MEDWAY FOOD CENTRE0.5 km
  • 4 Continents Stores0.9 km
  • Pumalkee Store0.4 km
  • Chatham Food Centre0.9 km
  • One Stop0.9 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Turkish Delight0.8 km
  • Bill's Kitchen0.9 km
  • Oriental Delight0.6 km
  • The Codfather0.6 km
  • Famous Fried Chicken0.9 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Wheatsheaf0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Wagon At Hale0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chatham2.4 km
  • Gillingham (Kent)2.4 km
  • Rochester3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Hopewell Drive0.2 km
  • Hopewell Drive0.2 km
  • Shawstead House0.2 km
  • Mill Lane0.3 km
  • Street End Road0.3 km