ME8 0DT is a safe, established residential area on Maidstone Road, 0.7km from Rainham in Gillingham (Medway). Administratively it sits within Rainham Central ward and the Gillingham and Rainham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME8, ME8 0DT offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 93% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £353k.
Census 2021 statistics for ME8 0DT are sourced from Output Area E00081320 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIDSTONE ROAD, ME8 0DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIDSTONE ROAD, ME8 0DT.
375
43
£ 50,900 /yr
48%
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.
Area Character
ME8 0DT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 93% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £353k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME8 0DT. The average age is 42.7. 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
£ 276,500
2 sales · Mean £ 276,500
Semi-Detached
£ 292,500
6 sales · Mean £ 306,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME8 0DT has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rainham School for Girls
The Howard School
St Margaret's Infant School
St Margaret's Church of England Junior School
Miers Court Primary School
Thames View Primary School
Rainham Mark Grammar School
Parkwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Hales & Moore Fishmongers0.9 km
- Just Cutts0.9 km
- Londis0.2 km
- Premier Shalu General Store0.8 km
- Benham's Off Licence1.0 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Galata Mezze Restaurant1.0 km
- Nutmegs Patisserie0.8 km
- Pizza Hut0.8 km
- The Centre Cafe0.9 km
- The Star Grill0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Greggs0.8 km
- Jack`s Fish Bar0.7 km
- Mohim Express1.0 km
- Asham Indian1.0 km
- Favorite Rainham Ltd0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Cricketers0.8 km
- Jordans Pool & Snooker Lounge0.8 km
- The Greedy Banker0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rainham (Kent)1.2 km
- Gillingham (Kent)4.4 km
- Newington4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Broadview Shops0.1 km
- Highfield Road0.1 km
- Nursery Road0.1 km
- Broadview Shops0.2 km
- Highfield Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ME80DT · Data under Open Government Licence