medway ME4 Postcodes
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Medway (ME4)
The ME4 postcode area is located in the Medway postcode town region, within the county of Kent, and contains a total of 1105 individual postcodes.
There are 13 electoral wards in the ME4 postcode area, including Aylesford, Chatham, Faversham, Gillingham, Maidstone, Queenborough, Rochester, Sheerness, Sittingbourne, Snodland, West Malling which come under the local authority of the Medway Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 15% of people in ME4 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 ME4 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
ME4 postcode is located in North Kent in the UK and covers Rochester, Chattenden, Wainscott, Wouldham, High Halstow, St Mary Hoo, Cuxton and Halling. The main town is Rochester, with a population of around 50,000. The postcode is derived from the Medway post town which covers the Medway towns in Kent as well as parts of the counties of Kent and Larger London.
The ME4 postcode offers a wide range of attractions, amenities and activities. The area features a vibrant downtown area with a range of cafes, restaurants, pubs and shops. It's situated near the River Medway and hosts several events throughout the year, such as the annual fireworks display and the Rochester Dickens Festival. The area is also home to Rochester Cathedral which has a rich history and is one of the highlights of the postcode.
Education is well provided for in the ME4 postcode, with a number of primary and secondary schools located in the area. The two main secondary schools are Rochester Grammar School and The Rochester Maths and Computing College, both offering a high standard of teaching and providing excellent facilities.
The area is well connected, with a comprehensive local bus network, close proximity to the M2 and M20 motorways, and a mainline railway station in Rochester providing services to Central London and south east England.
In terms of property, the ME4 postcode is popular with young families and professionals. There is a mix of housing ranging from large individual homes to modern townhouses, offering something for everyone's need and budget. The area also has an abundance of green spaces including Capstone Country Park and Frindsbury Wood.
Rochester is known as a cultural hub in the ME4 postcode, hosting several events throughout the year and offering an eclectic selection of arts and culture activities. The South East's only open-air theatre is located in Rochester, and it hosts traditional theatrical productions every weekend throughout the summer months. Furthermore, the Chatham Historic Dockyard is located nearby and is popular with locals and visitors alike.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 82%WORKING
- 18%UNEMPLOYED
18% of people in ME4 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 74%WHITE
- 26%NON-WHITE
74% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
Kent
ME4 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 | ME4 |
Postal Town | Medway |
MSOA Name | Medway 007 |
LSOA Name | Medway 007D |
County | Kent |
Region | Kent |
Country | England |
Local Authority | Medway |
Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
ME4 Electoral Wards
The postal region of ME4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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JB, medway
Monday, August 19, 2019
friendly neighbours, though rather untidy pavements. Kids are a little too big for their boots - with no local amenities.
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 15% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.