ME5 9PE is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Blue Bell Hill in Blue Bell Hill. Administratively it sits within Aylesford North and Walderslade ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.
For families considering a move, ME5 9PE represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 44 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 rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for ME5 9PE are sourced from Output Area E00125488 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ME5 9PE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ME5 9PE.
240
44
£ 52,000 /yr
46%
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 9PE spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME5 9PE. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME5 9PE has low crime rates — 22 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
Tunbury Primary School
Horsted Infant School
Horsted Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Walderslade Baptist Church1.0 km
- Blue Bell Hill Sports Club1.0 km
- Manak General Store1.0 km
- Noah's Ark Food Bank0.8 km
- Sushi Daily1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bluebells Catering And Tea Room0.4 km
- Buckmore Park Karting Ltd0.5 km
- Nutkins Tea Room At Squirrels Riding School0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bridgewood Manor Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Snodland4.1 km
- New Hythe4.5 km
- Halling4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Car Park0.1 km
- Keefe Close0.2 km
- Keefe Close0.2 km
- Upper Bell0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: ME59PE · Data under Open Government Licence