ME9 9RL is a mixed residential area on Lynsted Lane, 0.4km from Cellarhill in Swale. Administratively it sits within Teynham and Lynsted ward and the Sittingbourne and Sheppey constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 54% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.
Census 2021 statistics for ME9 9RL are sourced from Output Area E00189633 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LYNSTED LANE, ME9 9RL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYNSTED LANE, ME9 9RL.
335
44
£ 51,700 /yr
49%
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 9RL 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. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME9 9RL. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ME9 9RL is moderate at 58 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Teynham Parochial Church of England Primary School
Lynsted and Norton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Londis0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Dover Castle0.6 km
- Crispins0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The George Inn And New Territories0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Teynham Chinese0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Teynham1.3 km
- Sittingbourne4.9 km
- Kemsley6.1 km
Bus Stops
- Batteries Close0.1 km
- Batteries Close0.2 km
- The Swan0.5 km
- The Swan0.5 km
- The Swan0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: ME99RL · Data under Open Government Licence