THE RUSHES, ME20 6QU House Prices & Local Information

ME20 6QU is a sought-after residential area on The Rushes, 0.2km from New Hythe in Larkfield. Administratively it sits within Larkfield North ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME20, ME20 6QU offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

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 £320k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME20 6QU are sourced from Output Area E00167622 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.