ME12 1DT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Carlton Avenue, 0.4km from Mile Town in Sheerness. Administratively it sits within Sheerness ward and the Sittingbourne and Sheppey constituency.
For families considering a move, ME12 1DT represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for ME12 1DT are sourced from Output Area E00124927 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARLTON AVENUE, ME12 1DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARLTON AVENUE, ME12 1DT.
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£ 30,700 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME12 1DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. ME12 1DT's 62% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. 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 ME12 1DT. The average age is 39.6. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 192,500
4 sales · Mean £ 198,750
Semi-Detached
£ 229,000
3 sales · Mean £ 231,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME12 1DT has low crime rates — 47 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
St Edward's Catholic Primary School
Rose Street Primary School
West Minster Primary School
Richmond Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- 3A Wines0.8 km
- B A Fitch Ltd0.8 km
- Boyce's Bakery0.8 km
- Kent Commuity Pantry0.5 km
- Poundstretcher Limited0.7 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Belle And Lion0.8 km
- St Georges Bowls Club0.3 km
- The Goat Inn0.8 km
- Queens Head0.6 km
- Sheppey Little Theatre0.9 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Arizona Diner0.7 km
- Beach Street Kiosk0.8 km
- Big V Caribbean Flavours0.8 km
- Eat Out Today0.5 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Co-op0.6 km
- Iceland0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Cyprus Kebab And Pizza0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Masala Reef0.7 km
- New China0.7 km
- Sandhu Fresh Fry0.1 km
- + 18 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheerness-On-Sea0.7 km
- Queenborough2.0 km
- Swale4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Botany Close0.1 km
- Wheatsheaf Gardens0.1 km
- Wheatsheaf Gardens0.1 km
- First Avenue0.2 km
- Nore Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ME121DT · Data under Open Government Licence