ME5 0DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Limetree Close, 0.3km from Wayfield in Chatham. Administratively it sits within Luton and Wayfield ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME5, ME5 0DR offers a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £332k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for ME5 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00081215 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LIMETREE CLOSE, ME5 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIMETREE CLOSE, ME5 0DR.
300
42
£ 40,800 /yr
52%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
ME5 0DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (42) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME5 0DR. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 272,500
22 sales · Mean £ 281,795
Terraced
£ 210,000
1 sales · Mean £ 210,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ME5 0DR is moderate at 66 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wayfield Primary School
Kingfisher Community Primary School
The Victory Academy
INSPIRE Free Special School
Bradfields Academy
The Rowans
New Horizons Children's Academy
Maundene School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Londis0.8 km
- Newstrack0.9 km
- Pumalkee Store0.3 km
- One Stop0.9 km
- Magpie Service Station0.8 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Taj Cuisine0.8 km
- Mels Place0.5 km
- Chatham Bowling Club1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Wayfield Fish Bar0.5 km
- Curry Hut0.4 km
- Happy Garden0.4 km
- Wayfield Kebab House0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Wayfield Local0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Prince Park Pub0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chatham2.5 km
- Gillingham (Kent)3.0 km
- Rochester3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Churchill Avenue0.1 km
- Churchill Avenue0.2 km
- Fisher Road0.2 km
- Fisher Road0.2 km
- Stalin Avenue0.2 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: ME50DR · Data under Open Government Licence