ME6 5EB is a mixed residential area on Charles Close, 0.1km from Snodland in Snodland. Administratively it sits within Snodland West and Holborough Lakes ward and the Chatham and Aylesford constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £283k, down 21.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ME6 5EB are sourced from Output Area E00125749 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHARLES CLOSE, ME6 5EB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHARLES CLOSE, ME6 5EB.
312
42
£ 46,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates ME6 5EB — age 42, 80% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 21.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME6 5EB. The average age is 42.3. 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
£ 295,000
14 sales · Mean £ 293,071
Terraced
£ 276,500
2 sales · Mean £ 276,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ME6 5EB is moderate at 63 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
Snodland CofE Primary School
St Katherine's School & Nursery
The Holmesdale School
Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- BP Holborough SF Connect0.9 km
- Ham Hill Stores1.0 km
- A 'n' D Bargain Food Store0.2 km
- Billy's Bakehouse Ltd0.2 km
- Morrisons Local0.2 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Snodland Working Mens Club0.7 km
- Townsend Hook Bowls Club0.8 km
- Dirty At The Monks Head0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Agra Tandoori0.2 km
- Caterlink At Snodland Paper Mill0.7 km
- Clementines0.1 km
- Elior UK0.2 km
- Mood Lift Cafe0.1 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative Group0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- A La Carte Spice0.1 km
- Andrews Fish Bar0.1 km
- Domino's Pizza0.2 km
- Dragon Boat0.2 km
- Favorite Chicken \& Ribs0.2 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Snodland0.6 km
- New Hythe2.2 km
- Halling2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Co-op0.2 km
- Malling Rd0.2 km
- Woodlands Avenue0.2 km
- Rocfort Road0.2 km
- Co-op0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ME65EB · Data under Open Government Licence