Is ME9 0ES a safe place to live?

Yes, ME9 0ES is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of ME9 0ES?

The population for the ME9 0ES area is approximately 335 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Swale, South East

NOUDS LANE, ME9 0ES House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NOUDS LANE, ME9 0ES.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-07 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

335

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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9/10

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7/10

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1/10

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4/10

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6/10

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6/10

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4/10

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5/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 54% owner-occupation and average age 44, ME9 0ES has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ME9 0ES is a safe, established residential area on Nouds Lane, 0.6km from Tickham in Swale. Administratively it sits within Teynham and Lynsted ward and the Sittingbourne and Sheppey constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 54% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for ME9 0ES are sourced from Output Area E00189633 (shared with 22 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 ME9 0ES. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%

Asian / British Asian2.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 3%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

ME9 0ES has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Lynsted and Norton Primary School

Inadequate68 pupils1.3 km

Teynham Parochial Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Plough Inn0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Teynham1.7 km
Sittingbourne5.8 km
Faversham5.9 km