Is ME9 0HD a safe place to live?

Yes, ME9 0HD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of ME9 0HD?

The population for the ME9 0HD area is approximately 498 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Swale, South East

ME9 0HD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ME9 0HD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

498

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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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.

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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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8/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates ME9 0HD — age 47, 78% ownership, 19% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ME9 0HD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood within the ME9 district of Swale. Administratively it sits within Teynham and Lynsted ward and the Sittingbourne and Sheppey constituency.

For families considering a move, ME9 0HD represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for ME9 0HD are sourced from Output Area E00124962 (shared with 50 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME9 0HD. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%

Asian / British Asian0.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

ME9 0HD has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Teynham4.0 km
Faversham5.5 km
Sittingbourne7.6 km