Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

WOODRUSH PLACE, ME4 3BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODRUSH PLACE, ME4 3BB.

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Population

407

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /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: ME4 3BB 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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9/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. ME4 3BB's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £555k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £555k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 33.1% year-on-year.

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

ME4 3BB is a sought-after residential area on Woodrush Place, 0.9km from Upper Upnor in Gillingham (Medway). Administratively it sits within River ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME4, ME4 3BB offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £555k, down 33.1% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for ME4 3BB are sourced from Output Area E00081432 (shared with 12 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 ME4 3BB. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.2%
Asian / British Asian8.3%
Black / African / Caribbean3.6%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 491,750

8 sales · Mean £ 497,437

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

ME4 3BB has low crime rates — 18 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour9
Drugs8
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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

Good639 pupils0.4 km
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Waterfront UTC

Good249 pupils1.0 km
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Burnt Oak Primary School

Good442 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Graysons Restaurants1.0 km
  • Bubbleo Tree0.7 km
  • Burger King0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Dee Dee's Family Cafe0.7 km
  • + 16 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Holland & Barrett0.7 km
  • Odeon Cinema & Costa0.8 km
  • The Range0.7 km
  • Co-Op0.6 km
  • Card Factory0.7 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Ship \& Trades0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Ship And Trades Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Taco Bell0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gillingham (Kent)2.2 km
  • Chatham3.1 km
  • Strood3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Haven Way0.1 km
  • St Marys Island Bridge0.2 km
  • Goldcrest Drive0.3 km
  • Tappan Drive0.3 km
  • Primary School0.4 km