ME9 8JF is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Borden in Swale. Administratively it sits within Borden and Grove Park ward and the Sittingbourne and Sheppey constituency.
For families considering a move, ME9 8JF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for ME9 8JF are sourced from Output Area E00124641 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ME9 8JF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ME9 8JF.
240
48
£ 52,500 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME9 8JF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
ME9 8JF is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME9 8JF. The average age is 47.7. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME9 8JF has low crime rates — 49 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
Borden Church of England Primary School
Westlands School
Westlands Primary School
Minterne Junior School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
The Oaks Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Maypole Inn0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sittingbourne2.2 km
- Newington3.7 km
- Kemsley3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Mountview0.1 km
- Mountview0.1 km
- Church0.2 km
- Church0.3 km
- Harman's Corner0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ME98JF · Data under Open Government Licence