Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

FALLOWFIELD, ME5 0DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FALLOWFIELD, ME5 0DX.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 40,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

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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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME5 0DX spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 3.1% year-on-year.

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

ME5 0DX is a mixed residential area on Fallowfield, 0.4km from Wayfield in Chatham. Administratively it sits within Luton and Wayfield ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME5, ME5 0DX offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, down 3.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME5 0DX are sourced from Output Area E00081191 (shared with 6 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 0DX. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean3.7%
Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 35%
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

£ 310,000

9 sales · Mean £ 307,777

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

Crime around ME5 0DX is moderate at 64 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.

Anti-social behaviour172
Violence and sexual offences92
Criminal damage and arson22
Other theft9
Vehicle crime8

school Local Schools

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Kingfisher Community Primary School

Good212 pupils0.4 km
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Wayfield Primary School

Good383 pupils0.6 km
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The Victory Academy

Good1165 pupils0.9 km
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Luton Primary School

Outstanding644 pupils1.1 km
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INSPIRE Free Special School

Good54 pupils1.1 km
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Bradfields Academy

Outstanding341 pupils1.1 km
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The Rowans

Outstanding35 pupils1.1 km
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New Horizons Children's Academy

Good650 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Londis0.8 km
  • Costcutters0.6 km
  • Wayfield Post Office0.6 km
  • Spar0.2 km
  • One Stop0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Wayfield Local0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Curry Hut0.6 km
  • Happy Garden0.6 km
  • Wayfield Kebab House0.6 km
  • Wayfield Fish Bar0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Prince Park Pub1.0 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Mels Place0.6 km
  • Taj Cuisine1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chatham2.5 km
  • Gillingham (Kent)2.9 km
  • Rochester3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Ryde Close0.2 km
  • Ryde Close0.2 km
  • Churchill Avenue0.2 km
  • Fisher Road0.3 km
  • Fisher Road0.3 km