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ME7 4PU
Balmoral Road, Gillingham, Kent
MedwayMedway (B)
ME7 4PU is a sought-after suburb, Favoured by young individuals an area suited to those looking for low-maintenance living, offering solid public transport connections, and is where crime can be a concern. This postcode is offering excellent access to supermarkets and high-street shops, where residents may need to travel for specialist care, and an area where employment rates fluctuate. With outstanding shopping facilities, it's a retail hotspot.
Gillingham, Kent
Key Stats
Households
154
Male: 12, Female: 11
Household Income
£39,800
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)

Postcode Sector
Medway

Population
People

Population Density
People/km2

Average Income
Per household
Affordability
8 / 10
Crime & Safety
0 / 10
Amenities
9 / 10
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about ME7 4PU?
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Where is ME7 4PU?
Approximate address:
Balmoral Road, Gillingham, Kent
The postcode ME7 4PU is located in the Medway area, part of the Medway (B) district, and classed as a Urban: City and Town area.
ME7 4PU is a neighbourhood in part of a smaller city or town, with a mix of residential and industrial zones.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (E01016041) and OA (E00081090) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.


Location
Medway
Coordinates
51.384792, 0.549033
Easting/Northing
577470, 0168166
Grid Ref
TQ774681
Parliamentary Constituency
Gillingham and Rainham
Local Authority
Medway
Population Density
8,249 km²
Area Codes
Output area: E00081090
OA Code
E00081090
LSOA Code
E01016041
MSOA Code
E02003325
Ward
E05002252
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000056
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town

Demographics
Who lives in the ME7 4PU neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
With an AB Social Grade score of 2/10, ME7 4PU has a limited presence of residents in higher managerial or professional roles, reflecting a community with varied occupational profiles.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
An Education Score of 3/10 reflects a modest proportion of residents with higher educational qualifications, within a community with varied educational backgrounds.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
Scoring 5/10 in Credit Status, this postcode represents a middle ground, where credit ratings are average, balancing financial stability with moderate economic challenges.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the ME7 4PU neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
Scoring 8/10 in Housing Affordability, this postcode offers very favourable conditions for buyers, where the cost of housing is comfortably matched by average household incomes.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
Renters in ME7 4PU benefit from strong affordability, with housing costs comfortably matched to local incomes, easing the financial burden on households.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Investors may find limited appeal here, as property yields are below average, making it challenging to achieve substantial returns on investment.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the ME7 4PU postcode?
Transport Score
ME7 4PU offers excellent transport links, with multiple bus stops, train stations nearby, and ample parking, making it convenient for regular travellers.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Commuting distances are fairly average, with many residents travelling moderate distances to work, though local job opportunities are available for some.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
Very few households in ME7 4PU have access to a vehicle, suggesting a strong reliance on public transport or living in a location where cars aren't essential.
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Amenities Scorecard
What amenities and leisure facilities are available near the ME7 4PU postcode?
Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
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Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
Many in the ME7 4PU postcode have low levels of education, typically achieving no more than Level 1 qualifications, suggesting limited formal education.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
Families in the ME7 4PU area enjoy excellent access to childcare, with numerous services within close proximity, making it easy to secure care for young children.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
The ME7 4PU area offers excellent access to further education, with a variety of nearby institutions, making it a convenient location for students pursuing higher-level studies.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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Nearby Postcodes & Towns
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ME7 1AHME7 1AQME7 1ARME7 1AWME7 1XAME7 4NYME7 4NZME7 4PGME7 4PJME7 4PLME7 4PNME7 4PPME7 4PTME7 4PUME7 4PYME7 4RN
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Upchurch
Population 1,340
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Chatham
Population 76,792
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Distance: 4.4 mi
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Lower Halstow
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Distance: 4.6 mi
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Rochester
Population 62,982
Occupied at one time by the Romans, Saxons and the Normans, Rochester is a truly historic town, set aside the ruins of a Norman castle with its medieval walls, half-timbered buildings and cobbled streets. Once home to Charles Dickens in his childhood.
Distance: 5.1 mi