Is ME2 1DX a safe place to live?

Yes, ME2 1DX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 10 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in ME2 1DX?

The average property price in ME2 1DX is currently around £315k.

What is the population of ME2 1DX?

The population for the ME2 1DX area is approximately 499 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

CHARLES DRIVE, ME2 1DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHARLES DRIVE, ME2 1DX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

499

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 53,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME2 1DX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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9/10

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2/10

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4/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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10/10

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5/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME2 1DX spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

ME2 1DX is a sought-after residential area on Charles Drive, 0.4km from Cuxton in Cuxton. Administratively it sits within Cuxton and Halling ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

For serious buyers, ME2 1DX is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME2 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00081021 (shared with 17 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 1DX. The average age is 44.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.2%

Asian / British Asian1.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.6%

Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 315,000

5 sales · Mean £ 300,000

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

ME2 1DX has low crime rates — 10 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.

Violence and sexual offences7

Anti-social behaviour3

Criminal damage and arson3

Vehicle crime3

Shoplifting1

school Local Schools

Cuxton Community Junior School

Good225 pupils0.5 km

Cuxton Community Infant School

Good175 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Cuxton Social Club0.3 km
The White Hart0.8 km

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Golden River0.5 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Cuxton Village Store0.5 km
Co-Op0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Cuxton1.0 km
Halling2.8 km
Strood4.1 km

Bus Stops

Charles Drive0.1 km
Nine Acres Road0.2 km
Junior School0.4 km
Whiteleaves Rise0.4 km