Is ME3 8LW a safe place to live?

Yes, ME3 8LW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 31 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in ME3 8LW?

The average property price in ME3 8LW is currently around £348k.

What is the population of ME3 8LW?

The population for the ME3 8LW area is approximately 538 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

MAIN ROAD, ME3 8LW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, ME3 8LW.

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

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Population

538

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,800 /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: 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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8/10

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8/10

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3/10

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9/10

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3/10

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6/10

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2/10

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6/10

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5/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates ME3 8LW — age 34, 75% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £348k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

ME3 8LW is a safe, established residential area on Main Road, 0.1km from Chattenden in Chattenden. Administratively it sits within Strood Rural ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

For families considering a move, ME3 8LW represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £348k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME3 8LW are sourced from Output Area E00167397 (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 ME3 8LW. The average age is 34.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.1%

Asian / British Asian7.1%

Black / African / Caribbean5.6%

Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 42%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 348,000

1 sales · Mean £ 348,000

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

ME3 8LW has low crime rates — 31 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 offences17

Anti-social behaviour14

Other theft7

Criminal damage and arson4

Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

Chattenden Primary School

Good201 pupils0.1 km

St Mary's Island Church of England (Aided) Primary School

Good639 pupils1.4 km

The Hundred of Hoo Academy

Good1676 pupils1.5 km

Wainscott Primary School

Inadequate459 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Upnor Sailing Club0.7 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Coelhos0.9 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Pier Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Strood3.2 km
Gillingham (Kent)3.8 km
Rochester3.9 km

Bus Stops

Chattenden Lane0.1 km
Primary School0.1 km
Broadwood Road0.1 km
Primary School0.1 km
Haig Villas0.4 km