Postcode Analysis Swale, South East

ME9 0JQ House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

335

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Avg Age

44

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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.

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9/10
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7/10
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1/10
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4/10
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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

ME9 0JQ is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

ME9 0JQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Lynsted in Swale. Administratively it sits within Teynham and Lynsted ward and the Sittingbourne and Sheppey constituency.

For families considering a move, ME9 0JQ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 54% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for ME9 0JQ are sourced from Output Area E00189633 (shared with 22 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 0JQ. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian2.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

ME9 0JQ has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Lynsted and Norton Primary School

Inadequate68 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Black Lion0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • G.I. Jane Bootcamp0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Teynham2.4 km
  • Sittingbourne4.5 km
  • Kemsley6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Lynsted and Norton Primary School0.3 km
  • Lynsted and Norton Primary School0.3 km
  • Lynsted and Norton Primary School0.3 km
  • St Pauls Court0.4 km
  • St Pauls Court0.4 km