31,416TOTAL POPULATION
12,751HOUSEHOLDS
3.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£38,480AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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ME14 POSTCODE REGION

Medway (ME14)

The ME14 postcode area is located in the Medway postcode town region, within the county of Kent, and contains a total of 1694 individual postcodes.

There are 27 electoral wards in the ME14 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, 27% of people in ME14 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 ME14 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The ME14 postcode is part of the Medway district of Kent, located in the South East of England. This postcode is made up of an array of towns, suburbs and villages, and is divided into two areas - ME14 1 and ME14 2. The postcode covers the towns and villages of Walderslade, Newington, Parkwood, Hempstead, Lordswood, Chatham and Cuxton.

Walderslade is a small suburb to the south west of Chatham, which is known for its pleasant countryside setting. It is home to the popular Chatham Ski and Snowboard Centre, which offers a range of winter sports activities for all to enjoy.

Newington is a small rural village situated in Lordswood, within the Chatham Dockyard and Historic Dockyard. This area is renowned for its history, as it was a significant naval port during the 18th century. Tourists flock to this area to learn about this period in history and to explore the harbour, wharf buildings and forts.

Parkwood is situated close by to Walderslade, and is well known for its expansive recreation site, known locally as Parkwood Nature Reserve. This natural site is home to a range of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, grasses and a variety of birds. As well as being a great spot for a leisurely walk amongst nature, Parkwood is also known for its leisure centre, swimming pool and golf course.

Hempstead is located on the northwestern tip of Chatham and is home to a number of medieval-era buildings, as well as having a variety of amenities such as pubs, cafés, restaurants and a range of independent shops.

Lordswood is an area which lies close to the junction of the M2 and M20 motorways, and is renowned for its tranquil setting with its ponds, lakes, woodlands and parks, as well as being home to a number of small businesses.

Chatham is an area that is renowned for its history, as it was once home to a large naval dockyard, with the Victorian era buildings still standing today. This historic setting is juxtaposed by an array of modern bars, restaurants and leisure sites, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.

Finally, Cuxton is a small rural village in Medway that lies along the banks of the River Medway. It is home to a range of independent shops, pubs, and parks, as well as a large 12th century church, and is popular amongst those who enjoy the quiet, country atmosphere of Medway.

ME14 is an exciting and vibrant postcode which offers something for everyone; from the hustle and bustle of Chatham, to the tranquil setting of Lordswood and Cuxton. The array of towns and villages within the ME14 postcode offer something new and exciting, regardless of what you're looking for.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90%WORKING
  • 10%UNEMPLOYED

10% of people in ME14 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 27%AB
  • 55%C2/C2
  • 18%DE

According to census records, 27% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 87%WHITE
  • 13%NON-WHITE

87% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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Kent

The county of Kent

ME14 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.

Kent Postal Town Map
Outward CodeME14
Postal TownMedway
MSOA NameMaidstone 004
LSOA NameMaidstone 004D
CountyKent
RegionKent
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityMaidstone
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

ME14 Electoral Wards

The postal region of ME14, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bearsted
Boxley
Bredhurst
Broad Street
Detling
Dunn Street
Farthing Corner
Friningham
Grove Green
Harbourland
Hill Green
Kemsley Street
Len
Lidsing
Lords Wood
Lower Cox Street
Maidstone
Park Wood
Penenden Heath
Roseacre
Scragged Oak
South Street
Thurnham
Walderslade
Ware Street
Weavering Street
Westfield Sole
Yelsted
Browse Postcodes in ME14

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (ME) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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