ME5 9TG is a safe, established residential area on Madden Avenue, 1.2km from Walderslade in Chatham. Administratively it sits within Rochester South and Horsted ward and the Rochester and Strood constituency.
For families considering a move, ME5 9TG represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £276k, up 8.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ME5 9TG are sourced from Output Area E00081499 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MADDEN AVENUE, ME5 9TG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MADDEN AVENUE, ME5 9TG.
274
42
£ 48,000 /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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ME5 9TG spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 8.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME5 9TG. The average age is 41.6. 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
£ 235,000
9 sales · Mean £ 241,833
Semi-Detached
£ 288,000
3 sales · Mean £ 285,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME5 9TG has low crime rates — 23 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
Horsted Infant School
Horsted Junior School
Oaklands School
Walderslade Girls' School
Greenacre Academy
St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School
INSPIRE Free Special School
The Rowans
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Delmergate Ltd0.3 km
- Dominion Stores0.8 km
- Local Mini Market0.5 km
- Select And Save Stores0.4 km
- Shop \& Save Liquor Mart0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Tiger Moth0.4 km
- The Poachers Pocket0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Avenue Cafe0.3 km
- Rochester Airport Cafe0.7 km
- Rogallo Place, ABM Catering0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Best Kebab0.7 km
- Taal Indian Kitchen0.6 km
- BBQ Grill0.6 km
- George's Fish Bar \& Kebab0.6 km
- A Taste Of India / Tandoori Grill0.3 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bridgewood Manor Hotel0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.4 km
- Asda0.5 km
- Home Bargains0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chatham3.5 km
- Rochester3.9 km
- Cuxton4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Hillview0.1 km
- Horsted Primary School0.1 km
- Concord Avenue Middle0.1 km
- Watson Avenue0.2 km
- Hook Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ME59TG · Data under Open Government Licence