ME4 3ES is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.6km from Upper Upnor in Gillingham (Medway). Administratively it sits within River ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.
For renters and young professionals, ME4 3ES offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With an average age of just 25, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 53% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 51% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Medway.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for ME4 3ES are sourced from Output Area E00189734 (shared with 36 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ME4 3ES House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ME4 3ES.
407
25
£ 51,900 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME4 3ES represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
ME4 3ES has a highly multicultural community character — 51% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 25 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME4 3ES. The average age is 25.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ME4 3ES is moderate at 64 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
St Mary's Island Church of England (Aided) Primary School
Waterfront UTC
Burnt Oak Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Graysons Restaurants0.7 km
- Bubbleo Tree0.3 km
- Burger King0.3 km
- Costa Coffee0.4 km
- Dee Dee's Family Cafe0.3 km
- + 17 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Holland & Barrett0.3 km
- Odeon Cinema & Costa0.4 km
- The Range0.3 km
- Co-Op0.1 km
- Card Factory0.3 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Ship \& Trades0.1 km
- Kings Arms1.0 km
- Tudor Rose0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Ship And Trades Fish Bar0.1 km
- Taco Bell0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gillingham (Kent)2.0 km
- Chatham2.7 km
- Strood2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Ship and Trades0.1 km
- Ship and Trades0.2 km
- St Marys Island Bridge0.2 km
- Quayside0.2 km
- Dockside Outlet0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ME43ES · Data under Open Government Licence