Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

CHOIR CLOSE, ME3 8FQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHOIR CLOSE, ME3 8FQ.

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Population

344

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 51,800 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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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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5/10
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Area Character

ME3 8FQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 29, 61% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £285k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

ME3 8FQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Choir Close, 0.6km from Wainscott in Rochester. Administratively it sits within Strood Rural ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The 29 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME3 8FQ are sourced from Output Area E00189656 (shared with 4 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 8FQ. The average age is 28.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British77.5%
Asian / British Asian3.8%
Black / African / Caribbean11.6%
Other / Mixed7.2%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 307,000

12 sales · Mean £ 310,083

Flat

£ 225,000

2 sales · Mean £ 225,000

Semi-Detached

£ 351,000

2 sales · Mean £ 351,000

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

ME3 8FQ has low crime rates — 43 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 offences45
Anti-social behaviour26
Criminal damage and arson16
Drugs8
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Wainscott Primary School

Inadequate459 pupils0.3 km
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Hilltop Primary Academy

Good418 pupils1.2 km
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Chattenden Primary School

Good201 pupils1.3 km
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Temple Mill Primary School

Good244 pupils1.4 km
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English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School

Good200 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Crafty Fox0.2 km
  • The Stag PH0.1 km
  • Kings Arms0.9 km
  • The Sans Pareil0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Compass Group Ess0.7 km
  • Caterplus Ltd0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Dynasty0.3 km
  • Golden Fish Bar0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Co-Op0.2 km
  • Wainscott Stores0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Strood2.0 km
  • Rochester3.0 km
  • Chatham3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Wainscott Walk0.1 km
  • Wainscott Walk0.1 km
  • Liberty Park0.2 km
  • Higham Road0.2 km
  • Higham Road0.2 km