ME4 3HB is a sought-after residential area on Watersmeet, 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 3HB offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% 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 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k, down 15.3% 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 3HB are sourced from Output Area E00081434 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WATERSMEET, ME4 3HB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERSMEET, ME4 3HB.
485
43
£ 51,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME4 3HB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. ME4 3HB's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership, and £190k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 15.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME4 3HB. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 190,000
28 sales · Mean £ 187,749
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME4 3HB has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. 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 Tree0.6 km
- Burger King0.6 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Dee Dee's Family Cafe0.6 km
- + 17 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Holland & Barrett0.6 km
- Odeon Cinema & Costa0.7 km
- The Range0.6 km
- Co-Op0.4 km
- Card Factory0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Ship \& Trades0.4 km
- Walnut Tree Club0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Ship And Trades Fish Bar0.4 km
- Taco Bell0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gillingham (Kent)1.9 km
- Chatham2.9 km
- Rochester3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Haven Way0.3 km
- St Marys Island Bridge0.3 km
- Ship and Trades0.4 km
- Quayside0.4 km
- Ship and Trades0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: ME43HB · Data under Open Government Licence