ME5 8QN is a safe, established residential area on Exton Close, 0.3km from Lords Wood in Chatham. Administratively it sits within Lordswood and Capstone ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.
For families considering a move, ME5 8QN represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £258k.
Census 2021 statistics for ME5 8QN are sourced from Output Area E00081183 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EXTON CLOSE, ME5 8QN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EXTON CLOSE, ME5 8QN.
318
41
£ 46,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME5 8QN 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 8QN spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. 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 8QN. The average age is 41.2. 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
Terraced
£ 340,000
3 sales · Mean £ 330,000
Flat
£ 151,000
4 sales · Mean £ 144,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME5 8QN has low crime rates — 28 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
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Swingate Primary School
Lordswood School
Walderslade Primary School
Tunbury Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Rainham Health Food Centre0.9 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Premier Store0.3 km
- Morrisons Daily0.6 km
- Sherlodge Garage0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lordswood Sports & Social Club0.5 km
- The Oak1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Lordswood CafÉ0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Lordswood Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Lordswood Kebab0.3 km
- Farmhouse Pizza0.3 km
- Anchor Seafry Mishas Diner0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chatham5.1 km
- Gillingham (Kent)5.6 km
- Rochester5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Achilles Road0.2 km
- Achilles Road0.2 km
- The Kestrel Shopping Centre0.3 km
- Lynton Drive0.4 km
- Albemarle Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: ME58QN · Data under Open Government Licence