ME5 0AY is a safe, established residential area on Holly Close, 0.5km from Luton in Chatham. Administratively it sits within Luton and Wayfield ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.
For families considering a move, ME5 0AY represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for ME5 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00081211 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLY CLOSE, ME5 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLY CLOSE, ME5 0AY.
335
44
£ 40,800 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
ME5 0AY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME5 0AY. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
1 sales · Mean £ 175,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME5 0AY has low crime rates — 27 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.
school Local Schools
Luton Primary School
Kingfisher Community Primary School
The Victory Academy
Chatham Grammar
Wayfield Primary School
Greenvale Primary School
New Horizons Children's Academy
Phoenix Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- MEDWAY FOOD CENTRE0.5 km
- 4 Continents Stores0.9 km
- Pumalkee Store0.4 km
- Chatham Food Centre0.9 km
- One Stop0.9 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Turkish Delight0.8 km
- Bill's Kitchen0.9 km
- Oriental Delight0.6 km
- The Codfather0.6 km
- Famous Fried Chicken0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Wagon At Hale0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chatham2.4 km
- Gillingham (Kent)2.4 km
- Rochester3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Hopewell Drive0.2 km
- Hopewell Drive0.2 km
- Shawstead House0.2 km
- Mill Lane0.3 km
- Street End Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ME50AY · Data under Open Government Licence