Postcode Analysis Medway, South East

BRAMBLEDOWN, ME5 0DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRAMBLEDOWN, ME5 0DS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

354

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 40,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

ME5 0DS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.

home £265,000 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ME5 0DS is a mixed residential area on Brambledown, 0.4km from Wayfield in Chatham. Administratively it sits within Luton and Wayfield ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.

For families considering a move, ME5 0DS represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £265k.

Census 2021 statistics for ME5 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00081191 (shared with 6 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 ME5 0DS. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean3.7%
Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 265,000

1 sales · Mean £ 265,000

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

Crime around ME5 0DS is moderate at 64 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.

Anti-social behaviour170
Violence and sexual offences90
Criminal damage and arson24
Other theft9
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Kingfisher Community Primary School

Good212 pupils0.5 km
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Wayfield Primary School

Good383 pupils0.5 km
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The Victory Academy

Good1165 pupils0.8 km
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Luton Primary School

Outstanding644 pupils1.0 km
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New Horizons Children's Academy

Good650 pupils1.1 km
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INSPIRE Free Special School

Good54 pupils1.1 km
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Bradfields Academy

Outstanding341 pupils1.1 km
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The Rowans

Outstanding35 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Londis0.8 km
  • Costcutters0.6 km
  • Wayfield Post Office0.6 km
  • Spar0.1 km
  • One Stop0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Wayfield Local0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Curry Hut0.6 km
  • Happy Garden0.6 km
  • Wayfield Kebab House0.6 km
  • Bill's Kitchen1.0 km
  • Wayfield Fish Bar0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Prince Park Pub1.0 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Mels Place0.6 km
  • Taj Cuisine1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chatham2.4 km
  • Gillingham (Kent)2.8 km
  • Rochester3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Churchill Avenue0.2 km
  • Barnfield0.2 km
  • Ryde Close0.2 km
  • Ryde Close0.2 km
  • Spar0.2 km