medway ME16 Postcodes
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Medway (ME16)
The ME16 postcode area is located in the Medway postcode town region, within the county of Kent, and contains a total of 897 individual postcodes.
There are 13 electoral wards in the ME16 postcode area, including Aylesford, Chatham, Faversham, Gillingham, Maidstone, Queenborough, Rochester, Sheerness, Sittingbourne, Snodland, West Malling which come under the local authority of the Maidstone Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in ME16 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of ME16 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
ME16 postcode is located in the Medway district of Kent, about 50 miles south-east of London. It covers the town of Maidstone as well as some rural areas to the north-west of the town.
The area is steeped in history as it was host to historical figures such as Henry VIII, who built Leeds Castle and had frequent visits to Maidstone while he was monarch. Maidstone is also the site of the first-ever published newspaper in the UK, the Kentish Gazette.
The ME16 postcode includes a variety of schools, ranging from secondary schools to specialist colleges, as well as many universities, such as the University of Kent and Canterbury Christ Church University.
The area is popular with families as it has a lot to offer in terms of outdoor activities, with plenty of nearby parks and riverside walks. It has also been voted as one of the greenest towns in the UK, with a number of protected green spaces.
The area is well connected to London by road and rail, offering good transportation links for commuters. It is also served by a number of regular bus services.
ME16 has a number of large shopping areas, from the town centre of Maidstone to the Clarendon Shopping Centre, which houses a variety of high street and independent retailers, and also includes a number of entertainment venues, such as cinemas, bowling, and a laser tag centre.
Additionally, there are a number of leisure facilities in the area, including an ice rink, swimming pools, and a gym. There is a large selection of restaurants and bars, as well as popular cultural attractions such as the Barker Mill Art Gallery, Brenchley Gardens, and the Kent Life Heritage Farm Park.
The area's economy is served by a number of different industries, ranging from retail and leisure to manufacturing and healthcare.
ME16 is an attractive area to live, with a wealth of services and amenities, a strong economy, and good transport links.
Demographics
Kent
ME16 is located in the county of Kent, in England.
Kent has a total population of 1,820,400, making it the 6th largest county in the UK.
Kent has a total area of 1443 square miles, and a population density of 486 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | ME16 |
| Postal Town | Medway |
| MSOA Name | Maidstone 003 |
| LSOA Name | Maidstone 003D |
| County | Kent |
| Region | Kent |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Maidstone |
| Area Classification | Urban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%) |
ME16 Electoral Wards
The postal region of ME16, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 24% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.