ME5 7AT is an active urban area on Longhill Avenue, 0.8km from Chatham in Gillingham (Medway). Administratively it sits within Gillingham South ward and the Gillingham and Rainham constituency.
For renters and young professionals, ME5 7AT offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are high (158 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £79k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 5.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ME5 7AT are sourced from Output Area E00081124 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONGHILL AVENUE, ME5 7AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGHILL AVENUE, ME5 7AT.
416
35
£ 49,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME5 7AT 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME5 7AT spans multiple life stages — average age 35, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £79k. Property prices are trending down 5.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME5 7AT. The average age is 35.1. 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 mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 79,000
20 sales · Mean £ 79,325
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near ME5 7AT are high at 158 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
All Saints Church of England Primary School
New Road Primary School
Brompton Academy
Byron Primary School
Phoenix Primary School
Brompton-Westbrook Primary School
Greenvale Primary School
Luton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
57 nearby- TSA Uma Food \& Wine1.0 km
- A&S La Bacanie0.6 km
- Candy Shop Chatham Ltd0.6 km
- Card Direct0.9 km
- Chatham Express0.5 km
- + 52 more
Takeaway Shop
51 nearby- Asia Express Fast Food Ltd0.9 km
- Bubbleinci Bubble Tea0.7 km
- Chatham Grill Restaurant0.6 km
- Chatham Spice0.9 km
- Chocafellas And Fran.go0.8 km
- + 46 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Jolly Caulkers Pub0.7 km
- Will Adams0.9 km
- White Lion0.6 km
- The Napier Arms0.8 km
- Woodland Tavern0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Cafe Nucleus0.6 km
- Central Theatre0.9 km
- Chefs Delight 20.7 km
- Coffee Republic0.9 km
- Confucious0.5 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.4 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chatham1.2 km
- Gillingham (Kent)1.2 km
- Rochester1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Bank Street0.2 km
- Bank Street0.2 km
- Newnham Street0.2 km
- Institute Road0.3 km
- Institute Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ME57AT · Data under Open Government Licence