Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

STAKE LANE, ME2 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STAKE LANE, ME2 1BD.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 53,500 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: ME2 1BD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates ME2 1BD — age 41, 72% ownership, 17% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

ME2 1BD is a safe, established residential area on Stake Lane, 0.3km from New Town in Halling. Administratively it sits within Cuxton and Halling ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

For families considering a move, ME2 1BD represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for ME2 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00081036 (shared with 7 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 ME2 1BD. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

ME2 1BD has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences19
Shoplifting13
Anti-social behaviour9
Drugs7
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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Halling Primary School

Good328 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Collard's Veg0.1 km
  • Lower Halling Post Office \& Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Jawson All In One Store0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Newtown Social Club0.0 km
  • The Five Bells0.8 km
  • Homeward Bound PH0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Halling0.4 km
  • Cuxton2.4 km
  • Snodland2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Jade Hill0.1 km
  • Jade Hill0.2 km
  • St Andrews Park0.2 km
  • St Andrews Park0.2 km
  • Halling Railway Station0.4 km