Is ME3 7HU a safe place to live?

Yes, ME3 7HU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 22 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in ME3 7HU?

The average property price in ME3 7HU is currently around £543k.

What is the population of ME3 7HU?

The population for the ME3 7HU area is approximately 353 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Gravesham, South East

CANAL ROAD, ME3 7HU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANAL ROAD, ME3 7HU.

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Population

353

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,500 /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: ME3 7HU 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10

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7/10

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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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7/10

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9/10

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2/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. ME3 7HU's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £543k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 64.5% year-on-year.

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

ME3 7HU is a safe, established residential area on Canal Road, 0.1km from Lower Higham in Lower Higham. Administratively it sits within Higham ward and the Gravesham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME3, ME3 7HU offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £543k, up 64.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME3 7HU are sourced from Output Area E00123204 (shared with 22 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 ME3 7HU. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.9%

Asian / British Asian3.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed5.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 44%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 543,000

2 sales · Mean £ 543,000

Terraced

£ 325,000

2 sales · Mean £ 325,000

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

ME3 7HU has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour7

Violence and sexual offences7

Other theft3

Other crime1

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

Higham Primary School

Good208 pupils0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Higham0.4 km
Strood4.4 km
Rochester5.9 km

Bus Stops

Chequers Street0.1 km
Railway Bridge0.1 km
Railway Bridge0.1 km
Railway Station0.2 km
Steadman Close0.3 km