ME9 8HZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hearts Delight, 0.0km from Hearts Delight in Swale. Administratively it sits within Borden and Grove Park ward and the Sittingbourne and Sheppey constituency.
For families considering a move, ME9 8HZ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for ME9 8HZ are sourced from Output Area E00124636 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEARTS DELIGHT, ME9 8HZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEARTS DELIGHT, ME9 8HZ.
617
49
£ 52,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
ME9 8HZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 90% 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 ME9 8HZ. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME9 8HZ has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Borden Church of England Primary School
Minterne Junior School
The Oaks Infant School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Tunstall Church of England (Aided) Primary School
Westlands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Maypole Inn0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sittingbourne2.5 km
- Newington4.2 km
- Kemsley4.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ME98HZ · Data under Open Government Licence