ME8 0DH is a safe, established residential area on Maidstone Road, 0.5km from Rainham in Gillingham (Medway). Administratively it sits within Rainham Central ward and the Gillingham and Rainham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £240k.
Census 2021 statistics for ME8 0DH are sourced from Output Area E00081346 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIDSTONE ROAD, ME8 0DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIDSTONE ROAD, ME8 0DH.
325
37
£ 50,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME8 0DH 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
ME8 0DH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 ME8 0DH. The average age is 36.8. 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
£ 240,000
2 sales · Mean £ 240,000
Semi-Detached
£ 320,000
2 sales · Mean £ 320,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME8 0DH has low crime rates — 36 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 Margaret's Church of England Junior School
St Margaret's Infant School
Rainham School for Girls
The Howard School
Thames View Primary School
Miers Court Primary School
Rainham Mark Grammar School
Riverside Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Hales & Moore Fishmongers0.5 km
- Ideal Supermarket0.9 km
- Just Cutts0.4 km
- Londis0.4 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Mackland Arms0.9 km
- The Prince Of Ales0.6 km
- Cricketers0.4 km
- JD Wetherspoon - The Railway Inn0.7 km
- Jordans Pool & Snooker Lounge0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Galata Mezze Restaurant0.5 km
- Hon's Restaurant0.7 km
- Mandarin House0.8 km
- Nutmegs Patisserie0.3 km
- Pizza Hut0.3 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- CHARCOAL GRILL0.7 km
- Far East Express0.7 km
- George`s Plaice0.8 km
- Greggs0.3 km
- Jack`s Fish Bar0.2 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rainham (Kent)0.7 km
- Newington4.4 km
- Gillingham (Kent)4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Manor Farm0.0 km
- Manor Farm0.0 km
- Roberts Road0.1 km
- Roberts Road0.2 km
- Holding Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ME80DH · Data under Open Government Licence