Postcode Analysis Swale, South East

SCHOOL LANE, ME9 7ET House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL LANE, ME9 7ET.

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Population

273

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 48,700 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

ME9 7ET is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 80% 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. Property prices are trending down 15.1% year-on-year.

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

ME9 7ET is a sought-after residential area on School Lane, 0.1km from Lower Halstow in Lower Halstow. Administratively it sits within Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow ward and the Sittingbourne and Sheppey constituency.

For families considering a move, ME9 7ET represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 45 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 rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £297k, down 15.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ME9 7ET are sourced from Output Area E00124736 (shared with 6 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 7ET. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 320,000

9 sales · Mean £ 329,177

Terraced

£ 293,000

13 sales · Mean £ 288,451

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

ME9 7ET has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson11
Violence and sexual offences10
Other theft7
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Lower Halstow Primary School

Good170 pupils0.3 km
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Holywell Primary School

Good203 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Village Shop0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Three Tuns0.2 km
  • Green Farmhouse0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newington2.1 km
  • Rainham (Kent)3.9 km
  • Kemsley4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • The Green0.1 km
  • Landrail Road0.2 km
  • Landrail Road0.2 km
  • Breach Lane0.4 km
  • Breach Lane0.4 km