ME5 0DD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cameron Close, 0.4km from Wayfield in Chatham. Administratively it sits within Luton and Wayfield ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.
For families considering a move, ME5 0DD represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 79 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £250k, up 31.6% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for ME5 0DD are sourced from Output Area E00081215 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAMERON CLOSE, ME5 0DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAMERON CLOSE, ME5 0DD.
300
42
£ 40,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME5 0DD spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 31.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME5 0DD. The average age is 41.5. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
Terraced
£ 215,000
3 sales · Mean £ 218,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ME5 0DD is moderate at 79 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wayfield Primary School
The Victory Academy
Kingfisher Community Primary School
Luton Primary School
New Horizons Children's Academy
INSPIRE Free Special School
Bradfields Academy
The Rowans
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Londis0.6 km
- Mace Express1.0 km
- Costcutters0.7 km
- Wayfield Post Office0.7 km
- Spar0.1 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Wayfield Local0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Curry Hut0.6 km
- Happy Garden0.6 km
- Wayfield Kebab House0.7 km
- Bill's Kitchen0.8 km
- Wayfield Fish Bar0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Chatham Bowling Club1.0 km
- Mels Place0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chatham2.2 km
- Gillingham (Kent)2.7 km
- Rochester3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Spar0.1 km
- Spar0.1 km
- Barnfield0.1 km
- Churchill Avenue0.3 km
- Street End Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ME50DD · Data under Open Government Licence