ME9 0BG is a safe, established residential area on The Street, 0.8km from West End in Swale. Administratively it sits within East Downs ward and the Faversham and Mid Kent constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME9, ME9 0BG offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 77% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £575k.
Census 2021 statistics for ME9 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00124686 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE STREET, ME9 0BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE STREET, ME9 0BG.
302
47
£ 51,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME9 0BG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ME9 0BG combines high owner-occupation (77%), strong property values (£575k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £575k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME9 0BG. The average age is 47.0. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 575,000
1 sales · Mean £ 575,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME9 0BG has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Doddington Service Station0.6 km
- S W Doughty0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Palace Farm Hostel & Campsite (B&B)0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Poniski Limited0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Chequers Inn0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Teynham6.1 km
- Lenham7.2 km
- Sittingbourne7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Chequers Inn0.2 km
- Chequers Inn0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ME90BG · Data under Open Government Licence