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.
CHOIR CLOSE, ME3 8FQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHOIR CLOSE, ME3 8FQ.
344
29
£ 51,800 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Wainscott Primary School
Hilltop Primary Academy
Chattenden Primary School
Temple Mill Primary School
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Crafty Fox0.2 km
- The Stag PH0.1 km
- Kings Arms0.9 km
- The Sans Pareil0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Compass Group Ess0.7 km
- Caterplus Ltd0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Dynasty0.3 km
- Golden Fish Bar0.1 km
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
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Postcode Profile: ME38FQ · Data under Open Government Licence