Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

ME4 3EP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ME4 3EP.

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Population

339

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ME4 3EP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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10/10
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6/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME4 3EP spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

ME4 3EP is a sought-after residential area located 0.6km from Lower Upnor in Gillingham (Medway). Administratively it sits within River ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.

The people who live in ME4 3EP are typical of a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 3EP are sourced from Output Area E00189636 (shared with 10 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 3EP. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.6%
Asian / British Asian12.3%
Black / African / Caribbean5.0%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

ME4 3EP 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 offences38
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft4
Bicycle theft3

school Local Schools

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

Good639 pupils0.1 km
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Waterfront UTC

Good249 pupils1.3 km
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Chattenden Primary School

Good201 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Holland & Barrett0.7 km
  • Odeon Cinema & Costa0.7 km
  • The Range0.7 km
  • Upnor Sailing Club0.8 km
  • Co-Op0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Ship \& Trades0.5 km
  • Pier Hotel0.8 km
  • Kings Arms0.9 km
  • Tudor Rose0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Bubbleo Tree0.7 km
  • Burger King0.7 km
  • Coelhos0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Dee Dee's Family Cafe0.7 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Ship And Trades Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Taco Bell0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gillingham (Kent)2.4 km
  • Strood2.9 km
  • Rochester3.1 km

Bus Stops

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